If you’ve been told you have keratoconus or are noticing changes in your vision that seem to get worse over time, corneal cross-linking is worth looking into. Dr. Sharon Richens is a board-certified ophthalmologist at Richens Eye Center in St. George, Utah, and Mesquite, Nevada. Dr. Richens attended Stanford University and the University of Utah School of Medicine. She […]
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If you’ve been diagnosed with keratoconus, you might be worried about how it will affect your vision in the long term. Fortunately, an innovative corneal cross-linking treatment available at Richens Eye Center offers new hope. This unique approach has transformed how we manage keratoconus, offering a way to slow or halt its progression from within our offices
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Among the excitement of the holiday season, eye injuries are the last thing on most people’s minds. But at Richens Eye Center, we always think about ways we can help our patients protect their vision! These holiday eye safety tips are important — be sure to keep them in mind as you engage in all your
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Important Facts You Need To Know About Glaucoma Glaucoma is an optic nerve disease, which is the structure that connects the eye to the brain. With millions of fibers in this nerve, any sort of damage can prevent visual signals from reaching the brain which can lead to vision loss or blindness. Glaucoma is an
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You might not even need a calendar to tell you that spring is here – you may know it because of the sneezing, the congestion, and your itchy, red eyes. Most of the time, your itchy eyes will resolve on their own – but when is it time to see your eye doctor? And how can
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Does it seem like every time you use eyedrops, they don’t really do much good? It is possible you are using the wrong kind of drops, or maybe you aren’t using them correctly – or maybe eyedrops just won’t help the problem you are having with your eyes. Read on for some tips for using eyedrops!
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You know it’s important to take care of your eyes and have them tested and checked regularly. But unfortunately, accidents can happen – it only takes a second for something to happen that can affect your vision for the rest of your life. In honor of October being Home Eye Safety Awareness Month, here are some
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If you work around dangerous materials, whether as a hobby or for your job, you should know how important it is to protect your eyes. After all, it only takes a second for something to happen that you’ll have to live with (and regret) for the rest of your life. Read on for some tips
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Your mother was right – you can’t just live on cookies and cake. Eating foods that are good for you is important. Healthy foods aren’t just good for your mental and physical health, but they are also important for good eyesight and the health of your eyes. Read on for some information about keeping eyes
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When it comes to our health, there are things we prefer not to skimp on. We pay a little bit more for local produce, and we set aside time to get a good workout in so we can protect our heart. But, when it comes to glasses, you may think they’re all the same. After
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