Dr. Elise Kramer

Nearsightedness

Can Nearsightedness Be Controlled?

Nearsightedness, which is clinically referred to as myopia, is a serious eye condition that continues to affect more people globally each year. In the United States alone, approximately 40 percent […]

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ortho-k lenses child kids

Are Ortho-K Lenses Better Than Glasses for Your Child?

Myopia, or nearsightedness, is a common type of refractive error where close objects appear clear but distant objects appear out of focus or blurry. Myopia affects children and adults, and […]

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Scleral Lenses

Why You May Prefer Wearing Scleral Lenses Instead of RGP Lenses

Many people with visual impairments such as myopia (nearsightedness), hyperopia (farsightedness), or astigmatism have experience wearing conventional, soft contact lenses. Optometrists prescribe traditional soft lenses for patients with mild to […]

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dry eye symptoms

What are the Common Causes of Dry Eye Syndrome?

Dry Eye Syndrome, also referred to simply as Dry Eye, is a condition that occurs when tears cannot properly lubricate the eyes. Dry Eye can cause significant discomfort and make […]

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Three Ways Myopia Stabilizes with Multifocal Soft Lenses

3 Ways Myopia Stabilizes with Multifocal Soft Lenses

Cases of myopia, or nearsightedness, have increased exponentially over the past two decades. A 2016 study projects that the worldwide prevalence of myopia will increase from 23% to 54% between […]

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