Snead Eye Group will be conducting vision screenings in Lely Palms, Naples for all residents on Thursday, 7/16 from 1:30-3:30pm. Check out our blog or Facebook page for more events.
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Vision Screenings – Lely Palms (7/16/15)
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Snead Insights – Is SLT Right For You?
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Selective Laser Trabeculoplasty. It’s a big word, but here’s a primer to keep you informed on the latest technologies used to treat eye conditions by SNEAD EYE GROUP physicians.
You may have heard Selective Laser Trabeculoplasty referred to as SLT, a form of laser surgery used to lower intraocular pressure (IOP) in glaucoma patients. SLT is used when eye drop medications are not lowering pressure enough,drops are causing significant side effects, or patient compliance is an issue, such as forgetting to take medications or they are experiencing problems using eye drops.
With SLT, laser energy is applied to the drainage tissue in the eye. This starts a chemical and biological change that results in better drainage of fluid through the drain and out of the eye. This results in lowering of IOP.
The effects of SLT will generally last between 1-5 years and since the procedure is an accepted glaucoma treatment, and is FDA approved, it is covered by Medicare and medical insurance.
Some patients IOP can be controlled with just laser treatment. Others require additional lowering and may need to use glaucoma medication as well. Think of the SLT as equivalent to one glaucoma medication. Just as some patients will require more than one glaucoma medication to control their IOP, some may also require laser plus one or more glaucoma medications.
SLT is not a cure for glaucoma, just as medication and surgery are not. Whatever method is used to treat glaucoma, appropriate follow up and testing with a SNEAD EYE GROUP professional is critical. If you’re wondering if SLT may help you, call us today!
To see this Snead Insights article in its full PDF form, Click Here!
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Free Vision Screenings – AAA Fort Myers (July 15, 2015)
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Snead Eye Group – Available Services Event at American House Bonita Springs
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Snead Eye Group’s own, Shelley Tyndall – Community Liason will be at the American House in Bonita Springs to discuss Snead Eye Group’s lectures and vision screenings available to the residents. Check our blog, and Facebook page for other events.
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Vision Screening at Myerlee Manor
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All resident of Myerlee Manor are invited to join Snead Eye Group tomorrow at 2:30pm for vision screenings. Snead Eye Group plans for this event to reoccur on the second Wednesday of every month.
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Snead Insights – Cataract Awareness Month
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The numbers regarding cataracts are nearly astonishing. Did you know cataracts are the leading cause of blindness in the world? There are more than 24 million Americans age 40 and older with cataracts and more than half of all Americans will have cataracts by age 80.
June is Cataract Awareness Month and at SNEAD EYE GROUP we want to keep you informed of treatment options to keep you seeing your best.
Symptoms of cataracts include blurred vision, decreased vision at night, “halos” around lights and needing more light to read. These symptoms could also be indications of other eye problems, so it’s important to see your doctor if you are experiencing any of these.Cataract surgery is the most commonly performed surgery in the United States. One eye at a time is treated and the procedure takes less than fifteen minutes. Because the eye is numbed with drops, patients typically feel nothing during or after the procedure. The cataract is removed through a tiny incision and a clear implant is put in its place.
New technology now allows patients several choices of lens implants that reduce the need for glasses after surgery. The decision on which implant is best for you should be determined by you and your SNEAD EYE GROUP surgeon, taking into account your lifestyle and overall health of your eye. At SNEAD EYE GROUP you are guaranteed to experience your best vision possible!
Although you can’t prevent cataracts, they are curable. Once cataracts begin restricting your activities or decreasing your ability to participate in normal activities like reading or driving, it’s time to talk with a SNEAD EYE GROUP physician about your surgery options.
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Florida Blue Lecture : Free Vision Screenings
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Join the Snead Eye Group Wednesday, May 13th 2015 at 12PM for free vision screenings and cataract screenings at the Florida Blue Lecture, sponsored by Florida Blue Cross & Blue Shield.
The lecture will be held at the Fort Myers Florida Blue Center (in Coconut Point Mall).
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Snead Eye Group Fire Extinguisher Training
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Improved Naples Medical Office
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For treatments that require surgery such as the curing of cataracts, Snead Eye Group’s renovated Naples Eye Surgery Center ensures patient comfort before and after their procedure.
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Helen H. – Thank You to Dr. Snead and the Snead Eye Group Staff!!
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I want to thank you for taking care of my recent cataract surgery. I am very happy with the outcome. What a pleasure it is to see all the images and colors so much more vividly.
I also want to commend you on your personnel. Everyone from the initial visit in Naples, receptionist aat the surgery center and those preparing me for my surgery was very professional.I would not hesitate to recommend you to anyone.
Respectfully,
Helen H.
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