Reviewed By: Dr. Drew Hunter, MD Picture this: you wake up in the morning to a crystal-clear world. No more reaching for glasses or squinting to see the details. With LASIK (Laser-Assisted In Situ Keratomileusis), this ultimate solution corrects vision problems to make seeing clearly a reality. What is LASIK? LASIK treatment is a cutting-edge […]
Reviewed By: Dr. Denise Carter, OD Glaucoma is a worldwide health crisis that leads to vision loss and blindness if not detected and treated early, accounting for about 6.7 million blind people. According to the Glaucoma Research Foundation, over 3 million Americans have glaucoma, but only half of them know they have it. With these […]
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What is Posterior Vitreous Detachment or PVD? Written by: Dr. Drew Hunter, M.D. Floaters are a common visual disturbance experienced by many people. These are small, dark shapes or spots that appear to float across our field of vision. While most floaters are harmless, they can be a sign of a more serious eye condition […]
Dr. Hunter explains what you can expect when healing from cataract surgery. Learn more about what post-operative symptoms are normal and when to call your doctor. If you have any questions or concerns about your recovery, do not hesitate to call our office at (843) 842-2020. […]
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With so many options available for vision correction, understanding the available options is key to meeting your visual goals. Dr. Drew explains the different parts of the eye and which procedures can help with varying eye conditions. Check out this video to learn more. Laser Cataract Surgery LASIK & PRK Cornea Care Dry Eye Therapy […]
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Curious to know what life is like without glasses or contacts? Dr. Drew breaks down the difference between LASIK eye surgery and PRK surgery. Our team can help you determine which option is best for you. Schedule a LASIK consultation with our team today! […]
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Dr. Hunter explains the importance of keeping up with your annual eye exam. Keeping an eye on systemic eye conditions as well as any changes in your vision can help identify health concerns throughout the whole body. Your eyes can be the first sign into other health conditions such as high blood pressure or diabetes. […]
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In this ‘Ask Dr. Drew’ video, Dr. Drew describes what patients should keep in mind if they are considering cataract surgery. The Carolina Eyecare team will perform a comprehensive exam on all patients to ensure the visual changes you are experiencing are related to cataracts. If you notice any changes in your vision, please schedule […]
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Dr. Hunter discusses some of the visual symptoms his local patients in South Carolina start to notice when developing cataracts. If your vision is getting cloudy, you’re losing your color perception, or if you’re having trouble reading or driving at night; you may be developing cataracts. Take our Cataract Assessment online to learn more! […]
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Reviewed By: Dr. Kimberly Carter, OD Glaucoma can affect anyone, but some are at a higher risk of developing this eye disease. Because glaucoma presents few early symptoms and doesn’t affect vision or cause pain, it can go unnoticed and undiagnosed. For these reasons, it’s essential to have regular glaucoma eye exam so your eye […]
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Reviewed By: Dr. Peter B. Knowlton Summary Cataract eye surgery replaces the eye’s cloudy natural lens with an artificial intraocular lens, or IOL. Available options include monofocal lenses, toric correction for astigmatism, multifocal or trifocal lenses, extended depth-of-focus lenses, and the Light Adjustable Lens. The right choice depends on your eye health, visual priorities, comfort […]
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Reviewed By: Susan DiSario, OD. Summary Most adults with diabetes need regular comprehensive dilated eye exams, but the starting point depends on the type of diabetes. Adults with Type 1 diabetes should generally have their first exam five years after diabetes begins. People with Type 2 diabetes should be examined at diagnosis. After the first […]
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Reviewed By: Dr. Cole Miliken, MD Summary Cornea transplant recovery is gradual. Some patients notice improvement within weeks, while others need many months for vision to stabilize. The timeline depends on the type of transplant, the reason for surgery, your eye health, and how closely you follow your postoperative instructions. More than 47,000 corneal transplants […]
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Reviewed By: Dr. Peter B. Knowlton Summary Cataract eye surgery replaces the eye’s cloudy natural lens with an artificial intraocular lens, or IOL. Available options include monofocal lenses, toric correction for astigmatism, multifocal or trifocal lenses, extended depth-of-focus lenses, and the Light Adjustable Lens. The right choice depends on your eye health, visual priorities, comfort […]
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Reviewed By: Susan DiSario, OD. Summary Most adults with diabetes need regular comprehensive dilated eye exams, but the starting point depends on the type of diabetes. Adults with Type 1 diabetes should generally have their first exam five years after diabetes begins. People with Type 2 diabetes should be examined at diagnosis. After the first […]
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Reviewed By: Dr. Cole Miliken, MD Summary Cornea transplant recovery is gradual. Some patients notice improvement within weeks, while others need many months for vision to stabilize. The timeline depends on the type of transplant, the reason for surgery, your eye health, and how closely you follow your postoperative instructions. More than 47,000 corneal transplants […]
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