Marvel Eye Center Blog

According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), color blindness is the inability to see colors in the normal/expected/usual way. A report published by the Wall Street Journal (WSJ) shows that up to 32 million American have some form of colorblindness. In addition, colorblindness tends to affect men. The aforementioned WSJ report states that eight percent of American men have this condition compared to just 0.5% of women. Here is some more information about this topic:

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A stye, also known as a hordeolum, is a small yet painful lump that develops outside or inside a person’s eyelid. Just like a pimple, it is an abscess that contains pus. It is usually caused by poor eye hygiene, which can lead to a staphylococcus infection.

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Many women wear makeup to enhance their appearance, add color to their cheeks and lips, and emphasize the look of their eyes. While eye cosmetics such as eye shadow, mascara and eye liner will emphasize your eyes beautifully, they may also harm your eyes and interfere with your vision. Eye cosmetics are safety tested products made from generally safe materials; as long as you apply and use them appropriately you should have no problems. Protect your eyes and vision by learning the potential dangers to your eyes from the use of eye cosmetics and how to protect yourself from those dangers.

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It has been estimated that roughly 50% of all patients who get LASIK surgery to correct their vision then experience a side effect that is known as dry eye. As a local eye specialist Fort Worth has to offer will confirm, this makes it one of the most common side effects that has been noted. In the vast majority of cases, the condition is mild, and it only lasts for a short amount of time. However, there have been reports of people suffering from dry eye months after LASIK, and rare reports have indicated that patients have even noticed it years after the procedure.

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If you have less-than-perfect vision and are tired of relying on glasses or contacts to correct this problem, then you may be on your way to exploring your options. There are many corrective procedures available that would prevent the need for any corrective devices, with LASIK being top on the list. LASIK is one of the most effective and affordable methods to restore vision. If you’re not sure whether LASIK is the right choice for you, then here are some aspects of LASIK to consider, which can help you make your decision:

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LASIK surgery can substantially improve a person’s vision if he or she suffers from nearsightedness, farsightedness or astigmatism. Even if a person is considered to be a candidate based on their eye problem, there is additional criteria that each LASIK patient must meet. If you’re considering LASIK, you may have wondered which celebrities have undergone this procedure. If you are in the Fort Worth area and would like the celebrity LASIK treatment, call us at 817-346-7333 to set up a consultation with expert LASIK surgeon Dr. Thomas Marvelli. Here is a list of 5 celebrities that have had LASIK surgery:

Kim Kardashian

Kim suffered from problems with her vision since she was a teenager, and during an episode of her show “Keeping Up with the Kardashians,” Kim underwent LASIK surgery. Her entire procedure was aired on the show, and although Kim was extremely nervous about the surgery, she considered it to be a great success, as her vision dramatically improved.

LeBron James

In 2007, this popular professional basketball player underwent LASIK surgery. He stated that the surgery dramatically improved his vision, which was more than he was expecting. As a result of his improved vision, James’ shooting average improved, which he was very grateful for.

Tiger Woods

This professional golfer underwent LASIK eye surgery for the first time in 1999, and then again 8 years after that. Woods was tired of contending with glasses and contacts while trying to play professional golf, which is what prompted him to undergo the surgery. The professional golfer considers both surgeries a success, and he stated that he never knew what seeing clearly with 20/20 vision was like prior to surgery.

Jessica Simpson

This well-known actress, fashion designer and artist underwent LASIK eye surgery in 2004. Simpson stated that prior to LASIK, she was legally blind and couldn’t see a thing. Her surgery was a big success, enabling her to see better than she could have ever asked for.

Brad Pitt

This popular actor and producer has been considered one of the most attractive male celebrities, and he reached a point in his life where he felt his glasses were interfering with his appearance. In an effort to ditch his glasses in order to resume his “extremely attractive appearance,” Pitt underwent LASIK eye surgery to correct his vision problems. Obviously he was completely satisfied with the results of the surgery, as he no longer requires the glasses that made him appear “less attractive” in the past. Now he can continue to be one of the sexiest men on TV.

So if you’re serious about possibly undergoing LASIK eye surgery so you can get rid of your glasses or contacts, then you need to find one of the best LASIK doctors Fort Worth has to offer to perform your surgery. As long as you choose a surgeon who has performed the surgery numerous times and has several years of experience, then your experience should be positive.

For more information about LASIK, contact Marvel Eye Center today! 817-346-7333

The human eye is an amazing organ. It provides us with possibly the most important of our five senses, sight. Sight allows us to observe and learn about everything that surrounds us. Our eyes are used in almost every daily activity. Reading, working, writing or typing letters and e-mails, and driving are just a few. The vast majority of people would agree that sight is the most cherished of all the five senses. Eyes allow us to interpret colors, shapes and dimensions of objects, by processing the light which either emits from them, or bounces off them.

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Eyesight naturally changes with age. The older we grow, the harder it is to focus and see in detail. Another great issue of concern when it comes to eyesight is eye disease. Besides the aforementioned factors there are some behaviors that can hurt our eyes more than help them.

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Pink eye is one of the most common eye problems that afflict young children. Pink eye is a common term used to refer to the various forms of conjunctivitis. Technically speaking, this condition is used to refer to the acute and highly contagious form of conjunctivitis, which is the acute inflammation of the mucous membrane that lines the eyelids’ inner surface and overlies the white part of the eye known as the sclera. Bacterial and viral infections are the main causes of this type of conjunctivitis.

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Many people are concerned with the look and health of their aging bodies, making regular appointments for checkups and frequently hitting the gym. They gobble up supplements and invest a fortune in vitamins and fitness apparatus in order to enjoy long and healthy lives. Unfortunately, even in this flurry of self-preservation, health-conscious folks often forget to pay attention to their eyes, resulting in serious problems.

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