Contributed and reviewed by: Dr Audrey Looi (Medical Director at Ava Eye Clinic) Recap: What is Ptosis Surgery? Ptosis repair surgery is recommended when the upper lid margin droops and covers part of the pupil, obstructing the superior visual field. An oculoplastic surgeon is able to assess and help with insurance claim for this procedure if the droop is severe…
Contributed and reviewed by: Dr Audrey Looi (Medical Director at Ava Eye Clinic) Recap: What is Cataract Surgery Cataract surgery is recommended when vision is affected by degenerative changes within the aging eye lens. This is most commonly seen in those over the age of 60 years. However, some younger patients may develop cataract earlier in life and require the…
Contributed and reviewed by: Dr Audrey Looi (Medical Director at Ava Eye Clinic) Recap: What is Cataract Surgery? Cataract surgery is recommended when vision is affected by degenerative changes within the aging eye lens. This is most commonly seen in those over the age of 60 years. However, some younger patients may develop cataract earlier in life and require the…
Myth 1: Eye drops can prevent or dissolve cataracts Many feel that “cataracts are preventable” or believe that “some eyedrops are available that help prevent cataract formation”. However, cataracts result from clouding of the natural eye lens that occurs with aging. In as much as it is impossible to prevent hair from greying with age, there is no treatment available…