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Eye and vision health

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Who is a good candidate for eyelid surgery?
Eyelid surgery works best for people whose eyes are healthy in general. To learn who may not be grea...

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What types of over-the-counter medications are available for dry eyes?
There are many over-the-counter medications for dry eyes. Ophthalmologist David Demartini, MD offers...

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What is cataract surgery?
During a cataract surgery, the cloudy lens is removed from the eye and replaced with a clear lens ex...

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What is blepharoplasty?
It's a mouthful, but blepharoplasty actually focuses on the eyes. Learn how this procedure can help ...

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What is blepharitis?
Blepharitis is inflammation of the eyelid which begins at the base of the eye lashes. Learn more fro...

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What increases my risk of having a bacterial eye infection?
Most infections around the eyes are caused by the bacteria on patients' skin. Ophthalmologist David ...

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What does it mean if I see flashes of light?
Ophthalmologist David Demartini, MD, describes the causes and solutions for flashes of light in visi...

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What causes styes in the eyes?
Ophthalmologist David Demartini, MD, explains what causes styes in the eye and their degree of conta...

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How quickly do bacterial eye infections clear up?
With proper treatment, bacterial eye infections can clear up in three to five days. Ophthalmologist ...

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Explain how cataract surgery is performed
Ophthalmologist David Demartini, MD, describes cataract surgeries, step-by-step.