• posted: Apr. 09, 2024

Vision Changes and Healthy Aging Our eyes are remarkable organs that allow us to experience the world around us. However, your vision will undergo several natural changes as you age. These Read More

• posted: Apr. 02, 2024

What Is an Aging Eye? Our eyes undergo several changes as we age. These changes are usually gradual and become more noticeable once we reach middle age. Recognizing how your eyes Read More

• posted: Apr. 01, 2024

Do Eye Care Needs Change After 60? Similarly to the rest of your body, your eyes and vision will undergo several changes as you age. While these changes are a natural Read More

• posted: Apr. 01, 2024

What Does 20/20 Vision Actually Mean? One of the primary tests optometrists use with patients is to have them read lines of letters on a Snellen Chart, commonly called an eye Read More

• posted: Feb. 28, 2024

How Long Do Punctal Plugs Take to Work? Punctal plugs can significantly reduce dry eye symptoms and improve your vision. However, the timeframe for punctal plug efficacy depends on several factors. Read More

• posted: Jan. 24, 2024

Punctal Plugs Are you constantly experiencing dry, itchy eyes and finding that your go-to eye drops are not as effective anymore? At Dr. Dorothy Park & Associates in Columbia SC, we Read More

• posted: Nov. 08, 2023

Corneal Topography: What Your Eye Care Professional Wants You to Know If you're dealing with keratoconus, a corneal condition that's often associated with certain genetic disorders, eye allergies, and excessive eye Read More

• posted: Oct. 03, 2023

LASIK: What to Expect When you’re tired of wearing eyeglasses or contacts for better vision, LASIK might offer a solution. This procedure can correct your vision, so you don’t have to Read More

• posted: Sep. 07, 2023

The Secret Damage Diabetes Can Cause to Your Eyes If you have diabetes, your next eye exam is probably the last thing on your mind. Along with its other damaging effects, Read More

• posted: Aug. 31, 2023

Keratoconus Information Keratoconus is a progressive eye disorder that affects the cornea, the clear, dome-shaped surface covering the front of the eye. In individuals with keratoconus, the cornea gradually thins and Read More

• posted: Aug. 25, 2023

Dr. Dorothy Park & Associates Provides Answers about LASIK (Laser-Assisted in Situ Keratomileusis) Surgery LASIK is a popular and advanced vision correction surgery that aims to reduce or eliminate the need Read More

• posted: Aug. 14, 2023

What Is Glaucoma? Glaucoma is a serious eye condition that can lead to blindness. Once glaucoma is detected, there are options to help slow its progression. Yet, the most common type Read More

• posted: Jun. 02, 2023

Blue Light Blocking for Digital Screens Spending a lot of time in front of digital screens can greatly affect your eyes. More people work on computers all day, which increases eye Read More

• posted: Jun. 02, 2023

When it comes to scheduling preventative healthcare, an eye exam can sometimes be overlooked. Even if you have crystal clear vision, regular exams are recommended, as they allow our optometrist Read More

• posted: Apr. 17, 2023

As we spend more and more time in front of digital devices, our eyes are subjected to increasing levels of strain. Eye strain can cause blurry vision, headaches, dry eyes, Read More

• posted: Aug. 22, 2022

Keratoconus can be debilitating and take a quick toll on your quality of life if left untreated. Dr. Dorothy Park & Associates is your trusted eye professional that provides scleral Read More