Category: Eye Health

Many hardworking men think they don’t have time for an eye exam, or they don’t think it’s important enough.

However, within just a few weeks you can go from seeing clearly to needing a thick pair of glasses, surgery, or worse. And your eye doctor is the only person who can stop it. That’s why eye exams are so important.

Here are a few more reasons why you should get an eye exam ASAP:

1. Cataracts

Did you know that 9 out of 10 Americans develop cataracts by 65?

Even worse, cataracts often develop for years undetected with no symptoms. Meaning there are millions of people with cataracts building in their eyes while being completely unaware of it.

What are cataracts? It’s a tiny buildup of protein in your eye which causes foggy vision, sensitivity to light, and decreased vision, especially when driving at night.

Luckily, a simple eye exam can help your eye doctor catch and remove cataracts before they cause too much trouble. 

2. Catch Other Diseases Early

 Your eye doctor doesn’t just protect your eyes. One peek into your pupil can reveal signs of; high blood pressure, diabetes, cancer, and many other health problems. 

That means your eye doctor can help you catch HUGE health problems early. Saving you time and money. 

3. Keep Your Independence

As many people age, they watch their vision fade. It becomes harder to see while driving at night, see people crossing the road, and safely cross the street. 

In fact, many people start having to ask their family and friends for help. Now, there’s nothing wrong with getting help, but isn’t it a great feeling being able to rely on your own eyesight? In fact, many people who have waited too long to see a doctor have told me…

“I would do anything to get my old independence back.”

Keeping your independence means you keep doing the things you love, like golfing, fishing and driving confidently.  

And you get to do it without any trouble!

Early Eye Exams Are The Key!

One simple visit to your eye doctor is all you need. It saves you a world of trouble.

If you’re ready to schedule your appointment, then click the button below now:

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When they reach their 40’s- many people have vision problems. Objects become blurry. It gets harder to read books, your phone, and the newspaper. And some people start dealing with “dry eyes.” 

What’s the problem? 

It’s called “presbyopia.” That’s where the lens in your eye starts losing its elasticity. Which makes it harder for your eyes to focus. It’s like you’re holding a camera where the “focus button” doesn’t work anymore… 

In fact, the American Academy of Ophthalmologists estimated that 1.5 billion people in the world suffer from “presbyopia.” So even if you don’t see the effects yet- it could be coming. 

And the last thing many women want to do is wear ugly glasses. (or keep wearing them)

Instead- here are some reasons why you should find an eye care provider- so you can stay looking and feeling young for decades.

Reason #1- Squash Eye Diseases Before They Become A Problem

Did you know that the leading cause of blindness in the USA are age-related eye diseases?

Diseases like glaucoma, macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, or cataracts can cause a world of trouble. And worse yet- some of these diseases even plague patients who previously said: 

“My vision is OK- I don’t need to see an eye doctor.” 

Yet- when their eye doctor looked at their eye- they were both surprised to see early signs of cataracts or glaucoma. 

That’s why having an ophthalmologist near you or on your side is so important. Because we can look straight through your pupil to see what’s really happening. Before things get out of control. 

Reason #2- Have A New Family Friend Who Watches Over Your Eyes

Most people go to regular dental checkups. (At least I hope!) Yet- many women see their eye doctor less than once every two years.

That’s a mistake. Why? Because your eyes are the window into your entire life! They create everything you see, experience, and remember. So it only makes sense to pay extra attention to your eyes right? 

Correct. And here at Snead Eye Group- you’ll have a team of friendly specialists who watch over your eyes. They’ll watch over you for years and decades so you can feel comfortable knowing your eye health is taken care of. 

Reason #3- Get The Latest In Eye Care Technology

It’s no secret that technology is changing fast. There are crazy gadgets everywhere, computers on every street corner, and holograms of Michael Jackson performing at concerts…

And the same technology boom is happening with eye care technology. For example- new scanning technologies to help diagnose diabetes-related eye diseases. Or artificial intelligence solutions which help ophthalmologists diagnose complicated diseases in less time. 

I’m telling you this because, when you have an eye-care doctor you can trust from the Snead Eye Group… they’ll keep you up to date with the latest technology to keep your eyes healthy for longer. 

For you, and your whole family. 

Now, if you’re interested in speaking with us- please contact us here.

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No doubt that the popularity of taking eye “exams” online has grown. The “one-stop shop” idea of taking your eye exam and ordering your glasses or contacts online sounds very appealing. After all, time is precious and we all need more time, right? Time savings aside, this is not the best decision for your overall eye health.

What You Need to Know About Online Eye “Exams” And Vision Tests

First, it’s important to understand that an online eye test – even if it’s called an “online eye exam” – does not evaluate the overall health of your eyes.

An online eye test allows you to check your vision between regular exams by your eye doctor. Usually, an online vision test only measures your visual acuity and refractive error. While seemingly helpful, these measurements tell little or nothing about the overall health of your eyes and whether you have conditions such as cataracts, glaucoma or macular degeneration. A comprehensive eye exam is the only way to insure your eyes are healthy and free from sight-threatening conditions!

Additionally, there is no trained eye care professional present online to carefully examine the health of your eyes. As previously mentioned, online eye exams cannot determine if you have cataracts, glaucoma, diabetic eye disease, and other general eye health problems that your doctor can detect during a comprehensive eye exam. Early detection of these problems is critical in improving treatment outcomes, potentially preventing vision loss and legal blindness.

Other Issues to Consider

Even if your eyes are perfectly healthy, there is a greater risk of getting an incorrect prescription for eyeglasses or contact lenses with self-administered online vision tests. If you don’t take the online vision tests correctly, it’s possible you won’t be seeing as clearly as you should for driving, or you may experience problems such as headaches and eyestrain with your new glasses or contacts.

And what do you do if you think your prescription might be incorrect? Do you have to retake the online vision test again? Do you have to pay for the second test, with no guarantee the new results will be any better? It’s a risk not worth taking.

Online Eye Exam Cost: Not Necessarily a Money-Saver

You might think an online eye test will save you time and money compared with the cost of a comprehensive eye exam performed by an optometrist or ophthalmologist.

But remember, you are only receiving a small part of the services provided by your eye doctor during a complete exam.

Also, the cost of online vision tests typically is not covered by health insurance or vision insurance. Therefore, if you have a vision benefits plan, your co-pay cost for a comprehensive eye exam might be less than the cost of an online eye test.

The Bottom Line

It is essential for you to have a live, face-to-face comprehensive eye exam with your eye doctor on a routine basis to safeguard the health of your eyes and enjoy a lifetime of good vision. Online eye exams can never take the place of an eye care professional, nor will it detect serious eye conditions – no matter what age you are!

Would you like to know what is covered during a comprehensive eye exam? Call Snead Eye Group today at 239.936.8686 to make an appointment with one of our eye care professionals at one of our three locations in Fort Myers and Naples.

See the difference. Your eyes will thank you!

Source: https://www.allaboutvision.com/eye-exam/online-eye-test.htm

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Dr. Brad Snead is one of the first to implant the iStent Inject in Fort Myers

FORT MYERS, FL. (September 13, 2018) –Snead Eye Group Medical Director, Dr. Brad A. Snead , M.D., F.A.C.S., is one of the first physicians in Southwest Florida to perform the iStent inject® procedure which took place at the Fort Myers Eye Surgery Center.

The iStent inject® Trabecular Micro-Bypass System (simply known as the iStent inject®) is for patients with mild to moderate, primary open-angle glaucoma. Glaucoma is a group of vision-threatening eye diseases that can cause damage to the optic nerve, which connects to the brain at the back of the eye. The damage caused by glaucoma is irreversible and unfortunately, is one of the leading causes of vision loss. Glaucoma is a disease without noticeable symptoms until the patient begins to lose their peripheral vision.

To help mitigate the effects of glaucoma, the iStent inject® is implanted into the drainage channel of the inside of the eye to enhance better drainage of fluid from inside the eye.

“The iStent inject® during cataract surgery is actually two tiny implants, which make up the world’s smallest medical device implanted in the human body,” explained Dr. Brad A. Snead. “The iStent inject® can make a huge impact for patients who receive it. Once implanted, the device can help restore normal pressure in the eye.”

Founder Dr. John W. Snead added, “The iStent inject®restores your eye’s natural ability to drain the fluid that causes the increased pressure inside your eye and keeps eye pressure at a normal level. These benefits may reduce or eliminate your need for glaucoma medication”

Snead Eye Group is one of largest ophthalmology practices in Southwest Florida with more than 30 experienced staff members, four ophthalmologists and one optometrist. Snead Eye Group provides eye care services for a lifetime, from fitting children with their first pair of glasses to curing cataracts. The latest technology and treatment options are available from Snead Eye Group with locations in Fort Myers and Naples.

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FORT MYERS, Fla. (September 2, 2018) – Founder Dr. John W. Snead, M.D., F.A.C.S., and Medical Director Dr. Brad A. Snead, M.D., F.A.C.S., of Snead Eye Group proudly announce the addition of their second LenSx bladeless laser to its Fort Myers Surgery Center.

ith this addition Snead Eye Group becomes the only practice in Southwest Florida with two LenSx bladeless lasers, allowing them to provide an optimized refractive cataract surgery experience to even more cataract patients throughout the region.

“The use of the LenSx laser improves safety by enhancing the control of cataract removal. The bladeless laser is more precise and predictable, leading to fewer complications,” said Dr. John W. Snead. “

Medical Director Dr. Brad A. Snead added, “LenSx laser technology decreasamount of ultrasound energy needed to remove the cataract, resulting in less swelling and a more rapid recovery of vision.”

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Reinvent Yourself Now! 

Positive thinking is the cornerstone of positive outcomes! Imagine yourself at age 30, 40 or 50 – what were the best attributes of those years? Now pretend you’re that age and live it! In celebration of Healthy Aging month, here are some great tips to reinvent yourself no matter what your current age is!

1. Be pos­i­tive in your con­ver­sa­tions and your actions every day. When you catch your­self com­plain­ing, check your­self right there and change the con­ver­sa­tion to some­thing pos­i­tive.
2. Get rid of people in your life that are always negative! Sur­round your­self with ener­getic, happy, pos­i­tive peo­ple of all ages and you will be hap­pier too.
3. Walk like a vibrant, healthy per­son even if you have mobility challenges. Stand (or sit for those who are wheelchair-bound) up as straight as you can! You will look great and feel bet­ter.
4. How’s your smile? Research shows peo­ple who smile more often are hap­pier. Don’t like your teeth? Ask your dentist about whitening or other procedures that will help your smile!
5. Feeling a little lonely? Right this minute, pick up the phone and make a call to do one or more of the fol­low­ing: vol­un­teer your time, take a class, invite some­one to meet for lunch, brunch, din­ner, or cof­fee.
6. Start walk­ing not only for your health, but to meet your neigh­bors. Have a dog? You’ll be amazed at how a dog can be a con­ver­sa­tion starter! If you don’t have time for a dog, go to your local ani­mal shel­ter and vol­un­teer. You will be thrilled by the puppy love!
7. Make this month, Healthy Aging Month, the time to set up your annual phys­i­cal examination, eye health and other health screen­ings.

Now is the time to live your healthiest age yet!

Source: healthyaging.net

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August is Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month! Here are 8 natural ways to improve your child’s eyesight.

1. Leafy Veggies
   Green leafy vegetables are rich in Vitamin A and promote healthy eyesight in children. They also contain carotenoids, which help maintain a healthy retina, and are also rich in antioxidants, which protect your child’s eyes from the harmful rays of the sun.
2. Fruits
   Citrus fruits, like oranges and lemons, are rich in Vitamin C, which fortifies eye health. Regular consumption of these fruits reduces the risk of cataracts as well. It is also important to eat organic fruits and vegetables whenever possible to avoid any toxicity that can affect eye sight.
3. Fish Oil
   Fish oil is rich in DHA, which is a fatty acid that is also found in our eye retina. Low levels of DHA can cause dry eye symptoms, which can disturb your child’s eyesight. Add a slice of salmon, tuna or mackerel to your child’s lunch bowl to strengthen eyesight.
4. Vitamin Supplements
   Poor nutrition due to poor eating habits can lead to poor eyesight in your child. If your child refuses to eat vegetables (like many do!) and fruits, power up his/her meals with vitamin supplements. Delicious food supplements specifically for children are also available.
5. Nuts and Seeds
   Nuts and seeds are tasty snacks and they are rich in Vitamin A and zinc that protect your child’s eyes. Flax seeds, almonds, chia seeds, and cashews can do wonders for your child’s eyesight. Pack them in your child’s snack box or blend them into a smoothie!
6. Resting
   Well-rested eyes are always the healthiest! If your child loves reading or watching television, make sure he/she is also getting ample rest. If the eyes are put to work for a long time, they get stressed and strained. Remind your child to rest every ten minutes of continuous reading, watching TV or using the computer.
7. Eggs
   Eggs are not only rich in vitamins and proteins but also in a special carotenoid called lutein. Lutein prevents macular degeneration and blindness. Getting lutein into your child’s diet is a great way to promote eye health!
8. Legumes
   Legumes are a rich source of zinc and bioflavonoids, which promote healthy eyesight and protect the retina from damage in children. Kidney beans, black-eyed peas, and lentils are great examples of legumes that you can include in your child’s diet.

While a good diet can help maintain healthy eyes, nothing can take the place of regular eye health check-ups for your child. Call Snead Eye Group today to make an appointment for your child at one of our convenient locations in Fort Myers and Naples.

Source: https://parentinghealthybabies.com/natural-ways-improve-childs-vision/

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