When you notice an eye that will not quite stay in line, or you have a child who struggles with vision on one side, you want to figure out what’s causing it as soon as possible so you can seek treatment. Symptoms like those could indicate lazy eye or strabismus. While these conditions sound similar, they come from […]
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Floaters are easy to brush off at first. They are small, they come and go, and no one else can see them. But, you might be wondering if there’s ever a time you should be concerned. Dr. Sharon Richens, MD, FACS, and her team of board-certified ophthalmologists and optometrists at Richens Eye Center help patients get clear
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If you’ve noticed that your eyelids seem to droop or feel heavier than they used to, it can be hard to tell what’s really causing it. Two of the most common reasons are ptosis and dermatochalasis. While they can look similar, they’re actually very different conditions. At Richens Eye Center in St. George, Utah, and
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As a parent, it is natural to wonder if your child needs glasses. Dr. Sharon Richens, MD, FACS, a board-certified ophthalmologist with advanced training, leads the team at Richens Eye Center in St. George, Utah, and Mesquite, Nevada. Along with other board-certified ophthalmologists and optometrists, Dr. Richens is dedicated to helping you take care of your child’s vision.
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Spending more time on digital screens? Whether it’s for work, school, or staying connected, many people find themselves staring at screens for hours every day. At Richens Eye Center, our board-certified ophthalmologists, including Dr. Sharon Richens, MD, FACS, have seen the effects of screen time on vision firsthand. Simple lifestyle changes, regular eye exams, and vision correction procedures can
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If your vision has started to blur or feel off, even with your glasses or contacts, it might be more than just eye strain. One of the most common causes of distorted or fuzzy sight is a condition called astigmatism. At Richens Eye Center, we help patients in St. George, Utah, and Mesquite, Nevada, understand
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When it comes to permanent vision correction, many people think of iLASIK first, but it’s not the only option. EVO ICL (Implantable Collamer Lens) is a growing alternative that’s especially helpful if you do not qualify for iLASIK. Dr. Sharon Richens, MD, FACS, is a board-certified ophthalmologist with advanced surgical training. She leads the team at Richens Eye Center,
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A heavy brow can make you look more tired or stern than you feel. In some cases, it can even start to affect your vision. In these cases, an eyebrow lift may be the right solution. Dr. Sharon Richens performs the brow lift procedure at Richens Eye Center. She’s a board-certified ophthalmologist with training from Stanford and the University
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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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Lazy eye, or amblyopia, is one of the most common vision issues in children, but it often goes unnoticed until it begins to affect daily life. At Richens Eye Center in St. George, Utah, and Mesquite, Nevada, patients are cared for by a team of board-certified ophthalmologists and optometrists. When it comes to learning about lazy eye and
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