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Unique Cataracts
I recently examined a patient who had an interesting type of cataract in each eye. The patient was young, in his early 20’s. He was a refugee from Ukraine. During his exam, he told me that all of his siblings and his father had cataracts at a very young age. Not only did they have […]
BACK TO SCHOOL TIME – A PERFECT TIME FOR AN EYE EXAM!
It’s back to school time again! Back to routines, homework, testing and early bedtimes. Are your kids visually ready? Before you know it, the schools will be administering a vision screening on your children. Do you know what the screening entails? What does it test for? What eye problems will it catch? What eye problems […]
Reasons to Get LASIK this Time of Year
Summer is more than halfway over and if you have spent the season struggling to enjoy outdoor activities due to blurry vision or pesky eyewear, you may be considering LASIK surgery. This laser vision correction procedure is quick and painless, and recovery is quick. Most patients notice an improvement in their vision the day after […]
Metrolina Eye Associates Now Offers TrueTear Treatment for Dry Eye Relief
As a leading vision practice, Metrolina Eye Associates is committed to providing patients with the most effective and up-to-date treatment in eye care. We are proud to be the first vision practice in Charlotte to offer a new and exciting treatment option for individuals who suffer from chronic dry eye. TrueTear Intranasal Tear Nuerostimulator from […]
What to Expect if Your Child Needs Eye Muscle Surgery!
Every parent is naturally anxious when surgery on their child is discussed. Many times, this causes anxiety for the child as well. We want to make sure you all feel as comfortable as possible with the prospect of surgery, so here’s a little synopsis of what to expect when you’re facing an eye muscle procedure! […]
June Is Cataract Awareness Month
More than 22 million Americans age 40 and older have cataracts, an eye disease characterized by the clouding of the eye’s natural lens. This number is expected to increase to 30 million by the year 2020. Early stages of cataracts start with very few visible symptoms. But if left untreated, the damage caused by cataracts […]
Double Chin Treatment
NEW TREATMENT ALERT! Dr. Annunziata is one of the few providers in the Charlotte Metro Area selected to offer Kybella treatments to reduce neck fullness and double chin. Dr. Christine Annunziata specializes in facial cosmetic surgery and non-surgical procedures including Kybella. To learn more about your options and all of the services she provides, call our office […]
Rejuvenate Your Skin with Laser Skin Resurfacing
With summer around the corner, many of us can’t help but think about our skin’s appearance. If dry, itchy or sun damaged skin is making you self-conscious, Metrolina Eye Associates has good news. We offer a range of non-surgical treatments to refresh and rejuvenate skin, including Halo laser skin resurfacing and BroadBand Light (BBL). Read […]
Truths and Myths about “Pink Eye”
“Pink Eye” is typically due to a viral eye infection. The same virus that is associated with the “common cold” called adenovirus. Most “Pink Eye” patients have a history of an upper respiratory infection or recent sick contacts. The signs include a clear discharge and red eyes also known as conjunctivitis. The symptoms can include […]
What is Glaucoma
Glaucoma is a progressive, blinding disease that is unfortunately, common in the United States. Approximately, 50% of patients with glaucoma do not know they have the disease. Approximately, 20% of patients with cataracts, also have glaucoma. The treatment options for glaucoma have been limited in the past. To treat glaucoma, we used eye drops. We […]
Advancements in LASIK Surgery
LASIK surgery is the most popular laser vision correction procedure performed today, and for good reason. Ongoing advancements in laser technology and ophthalmology have made way for successful surgeries and better visual outcomes. The trusted ophthalmologists at Metrolina Eye Associates are proud to be at the forefront of the latest developments in LASIK surgery. In […]
SMOKING AND ITS EFFECT ON THE EYE
Are you a smoker? Looking for a reason to quit? Read on about the effects of smoking on the eye . . . . Although not as popular as years ago, smoking is still very prevalent in the United States. According the the CDC, approximately 36.5 million adults in the United States currently smoke cigarettes. […]