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Eye Center South in Dothan is proud to announce the availability of iDose® TR (travoprost intraocular implant) 75 mcg. iDose TR is a new, FDA approved treatment that is designed to provide long duration, continuous drug therapy directly inside the eye, helping patients take better control over the elevated eye pressure associated with open-angle glaucoma…

Dr. Marius Heersink will join the Dothan clinic medical staff this August. He recently completed his residency at Wills Eye Institute in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania with a focus on Comprehensive ophthalmology, cornea, and refractive surgery. In 2020 he earned his Dual Medical Doctorate (MD) and Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the UAB Heersink School of…

Staying hydrated is crucial for maintaining good overall health. Water plays a vital role in numerous bodily functions, including digestion, circulation, and temperature regulation. When it comes to eye health, hydration is just as important. Adequate hydration helps keep your eyes lubricated, maintains their natural moisture balance, and supports optimal vision.

When you consider getting contact lenses, you're not just choosing a vision aid; you're selecting a product that will become an integral part of your daily life. As such, comfort, health, and convenience are paramount. The material of your contact lenses plays a significant role in these factors. Understanding the different types of contact lens materials is crucial.

Dry eyes can be a persistent and irritating condition, affecting your everyday life and comfort. This is a condition that occurs when your tears are unable to provide adequate lubrication for your eyes. This can be due to either insufficient tear production or poor quality of tears. Understanding the factors behind this condition is crucial for finding the right solutions.

In today's digitally-centric world, your eyes are exposed to various types of light sources. One of the most prevalent and discussed topics in recent years is blue light. Blue light is a portion of the visible light spectrum that is considered high-energy due to its short wavelength. However, the increasing exposure to artificial sources of blue light, such as smartphones, tablets, computers, and televisions, is raising concerns about its long-term effects on the eyes.

When you leave an optometrist's office with a new eye prescription in hand, it can feel like you've been handed a secret code filled with numbers and abbreviations that only an expert can decipher. Your prescription is a tailored solution, unique to your eyes and their specific needs, and comprehending it enables you to make informed choices about your eyewear and maintain clear vision.

Eye health is an integral component of your overall well-being and quality of life. It encompasses a range of factors from visual acuity and the ability to process visual information, to the absence of eye diseases or disorders. Considering how much you rely on your sight in daily life, from reading to driving, maintaining healthy eyes should be a priority.

Diabetes is a systemic disease that affects various organs in your body, and your eyes are no exception. High blood sugar levels can damage tiny blood vessels throughout your body, including those in your retina, the part of the eye that's sensitive to light and sends signals to your brain about what you see. Understanding diabetic retinopathy is the first step in preventing the condition or catching it early enough to manage it effectively.

The journey to achieving peak athletic performance is multi-faceted. You train your body, refine your skills, and strategize your gameplay. Likewise, training your eyes to better perceive and interpret the fast-paced world of sports is equally vital. Sports vision training aims to improve your visual skills, such as eye tracking, depth perception, and peripheral vision, all of which can give you a competitive edge.