Classic Vision Care Blog
Understanding Myopia: Symptoms, Causes, Management
Are you concerned that your child might be experiencing problems with their vision? Have you noticed them squinting when looking into the distance? They could be developing a common vision condition known as myopia. While myopia isn't reversible, the good news is that...
Punctal Plugs for Dry Eyes: Everything You Need to Know
Dry eyes can be a persistent and uncomfortable condition, and affects millions of people worldwide. It occurs when the eyes fail to produce enough tears or when the tears evaporate too quickly, leaving the eyes feeling dry, irritated, and sometimes painful. For those...
Understanding Diabetic Retinopathy: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment Options
TABLE OF CONTENTS What is Diabetic Retinopathy? Causes of Diabetic Retinopathy Symptoms of Diabetic Retinopathy Preventing Diabetic Retinopathy Treatment Options for Diabetic Retinopathy What is Diabetic Retinopathy? Diabetic retinopathy is a serious eye condition...
MiBoFlo for Dry Eyes Treatment: What to Know About This Treatment
MiboFlo: Treatment for Dry Eyes MiboFlo is a revolutionary treatment for dry eyes that targets the root cause of discomfort by addressing blocked meibomian glands. By using gentle heat and pressure, MiboFlo effectively clears these glands, restoring the natural...
What is Intense Pulsed Light Treatment (IPL) for Dry Eye Disease?
What is Intense Pulsed Light Treatment for Dry Eye Disease? Intense pulsed light (IPL) treatment for dry eye disease (DED) is a revolutionary therapy that utilizes high-intensity pulses of light to alleviate symptoms associated with dry eyes. By targeting the root...
What is Ocular Rosacea? Learn the Symptoms, Causes and Get Treated
Rosacea is a common skin condition that manifests as redness, mid-facial flushing, swelling, prominent vasculature and papules or pustules. So what is ocular rosacea? This eye condition is a type of rosacea that causes inflammation, redness, itching and burning of the...
Dry Eyes – Symptoms, Causes and Treatment
Dry eye syndrome is a common condition that occurs when your eyes lack sufficient lubrication. In this article, we'll explore everything you need to know about this syndrome, covering its symptoms, causes, and treatment options. Whether it's discomfort or vision...
Are Glasses Better than Contacts?
Weigh the pros and cons of wearing glasses and contacts before deciding between the two. Our knowledgeable optometrists Mital Patel, OD, Mark Machen, OD, and Ashley Swalla, OD at Classic Vision Care in Kennesaw and Marietta, Georgia, help you see more clearly whether...
5 Common Signs of Dry Eyes
According to the American Optometric Association, up to 49 million Americans suffer from dry eyes. At our offices in Kennesaw and Marietta, Georgia, expert optometrists Mital Patel, OD, Mark Machen, OD, and Ashley Swalla, OD at Classic Vision Care diagnose and treat...
What is Glaucoma?
Glaucoma is a group of eye conditions that can cause damage to your optic nerve. This can have a serious impact on your vision. The damage is usually caused by abnormally high pressure in your eye, called intraocular pressure (IOP). This pressure damages your optic...
Who Is at Risk for Glaucoma?
Glaucoma causes vision loss and eventual blindness by damaging the optic nerve at the back of your eye. Our knowledgeable optometrists Mital Patel, OD at Classic Vision Care help patients prevent and/or manage glaucoma and other eye diseases through regular screening...
Do I Need Glasses?
According to the American Academy of Ophthalmology®, more than 150 million Americans wear corrective lenses. If your vision has grown worse and objects look a little blurry, join the crowd and consult one of our qualified optometrists, Mital Patel, OD, Mark Machen,...