Understanding Keratoconus: What Happens When Your Cornea Changes Shape
If you’ve noticed your vision getting progressively blurrier despite frequent prescription changes, or if your teenager complains that their glasses never seem quite right anymore, keratoconus might be the reason why. This progressive eye condition affects the cornea, the clear, dome-shaped front surface of your eye, and while it can be concerning to hear the […]
How Contact Lenses Affect Your Corneas and Eye Health
Most people who wear contact lenses enjoy them comfortably for years with minimal problems. But approximately 99% of contact lens wearers engage in at least one risky behavior that could lead to serious eye infections. Understanding how contact lenses and your corneas interact, and following proper safety guidelines, is essential to protect your vision. Contact […]
Astigmatism Treatment Options
If you have astigmatism, you’re far from alone. Research shows that approximately one-third of Americans have some degree of astigmatism. While glasses and contact lenses provide effective correction, many patients don’t realize that modern surgical options can minimize or nearly eliminate astigmatism altogether, potentially freeing you from daily dependence on corrective lenses. Jump Ahead Astigmatism: […]
Waverly Location Now Open
Horizon Eye Care, consistently confirmed by peers as the most trusted eye care center in Charlotte, is now open in the one of the city’s most popular locations. Horizon’s new full-service, multi-specialty location features a state-of-the-art facility that includes 8,300 square feet of medical space. The staff at Waverly consists of four ophthalmologists, one […]