Sleeping with contacts in: Yes or no?
If you have the right contacts, you probably don’t even realize you are wearing them most of the time – until bedtime comes and you have to take them out for sleeping, and then you have to put them in again in the morning before you can really start your day. Have you ever wondered …
What is an astigmatism?
Have you been told you have an astigmatism? If so, you aren’t alone. It is a very common condition, but one that can be corrected by contacts or even LASIK. Read on for some more information about astigmatism, how it affects your vision, and what you can do about it. What is an astigmatism and how does …
The Importance of Eye Protection
It sounds trite, but it’s true. It only takes a minute for a serious accident to happen with your eyes – something that can affect the rest of your life. That’s why, along with regular eye exams, it is so important to protect your eyes, while at work and at play. When to wear eye …
FDA Approval Received for Vuity
Butchertown Clinical Trials, a division of the Eye Care Institute, has received its 15th FDA approval for Vuity. Please see our Butchertown Clinical Trials Website for more information on this exciting announcement: https://butchertownclinicaltrials.com/15th-fda-approval-vuity/
Butchertown Clinical Trials and The Eye Care Institute Announce New FDA Approval: Dextenza® and Tyrvaya™
Our 13th and 14th FDA Approvals The goal of our clinical trials at Butchertown Clinical Trials is to gain the approval of the United States Food & Drug Administration (FDA) for medications, treatments, implants, or devices. We are proud to announce our latest FDA approval of Dextenza® and Tyrvaya™. Learn more by following the links …
What is smoking doing to your eyes?
If you are a smoker, you are no doubt tired of everyone nagging you to quit – from your mother to ads on TV. However, there is yet one more reason to quit: it seems that smoking is extremely bad for your eyes and increases the risk of many eye problems. How does smoking affect …
It’s Medicare Enrollment Time!
Plan coverage and costs typically change every year. To ensure that you get the coverage you need, Medicare publishes a list of health plans specific to Kentucky. If you already have a Medicare drug plan, look at your coverage for 2022 and compare it with other plans to see if there is a better choice …
Now is the Time to Change Your Medicare Drug Plan.
Plan coverage and costs typically change every year. To ensure that you get the coverage you need, Medicare publishes a list of drug plans specific to Kentucky. If you already have a Medicare drug plan, look at your coverage for 2022 and compare it with other plans to see if there is a better choice …
7 Things You Should Know About Pink Eye
School is starting up again for the kids – and that means the inevitable colds, stomach aches, and a general increase in germs. Your kids may come home with pink eye, which is very common and spreads very easily. If you think you may have caught a pink eye, here are some things you should …
Foods to Eat for Healthy Eyes
Of course you know how important it is to eat healthy foods, but did you know that there are foods you should be eating to keep your eyes healthy as well? Certain foods help to keep eyes healthy overall, and others can help reduce the risk of eye diseases. Read on for more details about …
Who is a good fit for Lasik?
Patients who have nearsightedness, farsightedness, or astigmatism and are tired of glasses and contacts may be appropriate candidates for a procedure known as Laski. Lasik is a surgery that is growing in popularity as it provides reliable results, restoring clear vision and allows patients to see without the need for corrective lenses. However, the procedure …
The importance of regular student eye examinations
Studies continue to show that approximately 80% of all learning occurs visually, which makes it incredibly important that children are evaluated regularly to determine their visual acuity. Students spend a lot of time in the classroom, and if they are unable to see the chalkboard or read properly, it can inhibit them from getting the …
The corneal transplant explained
At The Eye Care Institute of Louisville, KY, our doctors treat a wide range of conditions that impact the eye. Whenever possible, we focus on conservative treatments as long as they are effective. However, for patients who are in the advanced stages of vision loss, the corneal transplant may be the treatment of choice. This …
LASIK payment options available at The Eye Care Institute
Patients who are tired of dealing with prescription eyewear and contact lenses may want to take the time to learn about a permanent treatment option for improving eyesight called LASIK. LASIK surgery continues to grow in popularity as it becomes a more common surgical procedure used for adults to correct vision impairments. LASIK surgery can …
The use of Botox injections for blepharospasms and the signs of aging
At The Eye Care Institute, our doctors work with patient with a variety of medical and cosmetic concerns. Men and women who are bothered by excess blinking, or “blepharospasms,” may want to speak to our team about the benefits of treatment with Botox. What is Botox? Our doctors describe Botox as an injectable medicine that …
Stuart Urbach, MD In Memory
Stuart Urbach, MD 1925 – 2021 In Memory Patients, physicians, friends, and co-workers of Dr. Stuart Urbach have lost a giant upon his passing. Dr. Urbach graduated medical school at the University of Louisville in 1947. After completing his internship and residency, he returned to Louisville where he has been associated with the medical school …
How contact lenses work
Over half of Americans in the United States require vision correction with prescription eyewear. However, many patients don’t want to wear eyeglasses or have their vision corrected in this manner. Perhaps they are tired of their glasses sliding down their nose or fogging up when leaving or entering buildings in the winter. Maybe they can’t …
Am I a candidate for LASIK?
If you’re tired of dealing with contact lenses and eyeglasses and want to enjoy better vision without them, it may be a great time to speak to a professional about the benefits of undergoing procedures such as LASIK eye surgery. LASIK eye surgery continues to be a popular method of improving vision for individuals who …
How wearing sunglasses keeps you looking youthful while protecting your eyes!
Everyone should be wearing sunglasses outdoors, and that means everyone—even children! Sunglasses are one of many proactive ways of protecting one’s eyes, while reducing sun-related damage and the fine lines and wrinkles that come with squinting. The team at The Eye Care Institute in Louisville, KY encourages patients to consider the following benefits of wearing …