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Are you wearing the most up to date contact lenses that are available on today’s market? There are new lenses which allow more oxygen to the cornea to allow for better health of your eyes. These lenses will decrease your risk of getting “red in the eye” or “dry eyes.” On your next appointment, ask…

Shingles is the representation of a recurrent infection from the “chicken pox” which had occurred in childhood. The virus also known as varicella or herpes zoster, can result in an infection of the eye and surrounding tissues usually on one side commonly involving the forehead. Prompt evaluation by an eye physician is indicated to rule…

Have you hit the magic age of forty and are beginning to have trouble seeing your computer and reading in your contacts? Ask our Optometrist, Dr. Schaffer about the new contact lenses that are available to allow you to see all distances. For more information please contact The Ophthalmic Center servicing Suffolk County Long Island.

Are there any nutritional supplements to help me with my eyes? The answer is YES! Here at our vision eye care center located in East Setauket Long Island we believe in supplements to help you with dry eyes, glaucoma, and macular degeneration. Have you’re eyes examined by our eye doctors to find out if vitamins…

Corneal infections can be problematic impacting vision considerably. Herpes keratitis is a particularly common infection of the cornea which can lead to scarring and loss of vision if not appropriately treated. The fellowship trained corneal specialists at The Ophthalmic Center located in East Setauket, Long Island are experts in the diagnosis and treatment of herpes…

Are you starting to have trouble tolerating your contact lenses through your work day? It is not uncommon that people become intolerant to which solution they are using or even the contacts they wear. Here at our vision eye center in East Setauket Long Island we have an optometrist who can evaluate your options. We…

Glaucoma is a serious eye disease which needs constant monitoring and diligence in taking medication. If you have glaucoma or know someone who does, you must see an eye doctor on a regular basis. It is also a good idea to have relative’s screened for glaucoma. For more information please contact The Ophthalmic Center servicing…

If you have glaucoma and use drops you may get grittiness and tearing. Glaucoma drops can make dry eyes worse especially in the winter time. Next time you visit our vision eye center, ask about our dry eye therapies such as Hydro eye supplement, artificial tears, and Restasis. For more information please contact The Ophthalmic…

Keratoconus is a condition where the shape of the cornea or window of the eye is abnormal. The vision is often blurred and difficult to correct in eyeglasses. Patients will often require contact lenses to improve vision however this may also prove difficult to perform. Fortunately, newer simple outpatient surgical procedures can be performed to…

Next visit to our vision eye care center ask about eye supplements. Our eye doctors strongly encourage patients to consider eye supplements over medications. Vitamins are an important part of your health. We carry different supplements depending on your eye condition. Studies have shown that they prevent, treat, and slow down progression of many eye…