by Dr. Michael Garin | Jul 18, 2024 | Eye Care, Eye Conditions
Amblyopia, commonly known as “lazy eye,” is a vision development disorder where an eye fails to achieve normal visual acuity, even with prescription eyeglasses or contact lenses. It usually begins during infancy or early childhood and is the most common...
by Dr. Michael Garin | Jul 11, 2024 | Eye Care, Eye Conditions
Synchysis scintillans and asteroid hyalosis are both conditions involving opacities in the vitreous humor of the eye, but they have different characteristics and causes. Synchysis Scintillans Cause: Typically occurs after significant ocular injury, inflammation, or...
by Dr. Michael Garin | Jul 3, 2024 | Eye Care, Eye Conditions, Eye Infections / Disease
What are Demodex Mites? Demodex mites are microscopic parasites that naturally inhabit the skin of mammals, including humans. Of the two known species that infest humans, Demodex folliculorum and Demodex brevis, the former primarily resides in hair follicles, while...
by Dr. Michael Garin | Jun 27, 2024 | Eye Care, Genetics
Eye color, often noted for its beauty and uniqueness, is a captivating blend of genetics, evolution, and biology. The color of our eyes is determined by the pigmentation of the iris and the scattering of light by the translucent fibers within the iris. The interplay...
by Dr. Michael Garin | Jun 6, 2024 | Eye Care, Eye Conditions, Eye Infections / Disease
Vision problems are common and affect millions of people worldwide. Three of the most prevalent conditions are nearsightedness (myopia), farsightedness (hyperopia), and astigmatism. Understanding these conditions can help individuals seek appropriate treatment and...
by Dr. Michael Garin | May 30, 2024 | Eye Care, General Health
Stereopsis, a fascinating aspect of human vision, is the process by which our brains interpret depth information from the slightly different views of the world that each of our eyes receives. This ability allows us to perceive the world in three dimensions, giving us...