tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6069801868996877337Wed, 21 Apr 2010 21:52:28 +0000Serving Monmouth County & Ocean County, New Jerseyhttp://www.oceancountyeye.com/blog.phpnoreply@blogger.com (Kevin L. O'Brien)Blogger42125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6069801868996877337.post-4316248975421558009Wed, 21 Apr 2010 21:52:00 +00002010-04-21T17:52:28.783-04:00 This blog is now located at http://oceancountyeye.blogspot.com/. You will be automatically redirected in 30 seconds, or you may click here. For feed subscribers, please update your feed subscriptions to http://oceancountyeye.blogspot.com/feeds/posts/default. http://www.oceancountyeye.com/2010/04/this-blog-has-moved.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (benbcraig)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6069801868996877337.post-5318553762320482493Tue, 13 Apr 2010 16:40:00 +00002010-04-13T12:41:51.748-04:00A condition that commonly results in temporary paralysis of facial muscles, Bell's Palsy is a viral infection that affects the facial nerve. The side of the face affected can display a drooping mouth, sagging eyebrow and lower eyelid, and the inability to close the eye. This can result in an extreme form of dry eye known as exposure keratitis. Most people with Bell's Palsy suffer from this andhttp://www.oceancountyeye.com/2010/04/bells-palsy-and-eye.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Megan P)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6069801868996877337.post-8105280894451074880Mon, 29 Mar 2010 21:22:00 +00002010-03-29T17:36:10.596-04:00If you are noticing droopy eyelids and think you might like to have them surgically enhanced, call us to schedule a complimentary evaluation with Dr. Almalah. Also know as "Cosmetic Blepharoplasty," this surgical procedure is designed to improve the appearance and functionality of the eyes by redesigning the surrounding structures.Commonly done for both upper and lower lids, cosmetic http://www.oceancountyeye.com/2010/03/eyelid-surgery-options.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Megan P)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6069801868996877337.post-1047556700762083591Fri, 26 Feb 2010 01:58:00 +00002010-02-25T21:01:26.051-05:00Due to a growing number of requests for dermal fillers Susskind & Almallah Eye Associates is now offering JUVÉDERM® injectable gel to our patients. We are very fortunate to have Dr. Omar Almallah, a Board Certified surgeon, listed in the "Guide to America's Top Ophthalmologists" here to administer JUVÉDERM®. Dr Almallah is Board Certified by both the American Board of Ophthalmology and the http://www.oceancountyeye.com/2010/02/now-offering-juvederm.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Tiffany)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6069801868996877337.post-334999439273535486Mon, 11 Jan 2010 16:55:00 +00002010-01-27T10:50:02.586-05:00Ocean and Monmouth Counties, NJBOTOX® Cosmetic treatments are the most popular way to reduce the appearance of aging in the face. Millions of people, both men and women, receive BOTOX® Cosmetic treatments to rejuvenate their skin and look younger.How BOTOX® Cosmetic WorksBOTOX® Cosmetic is a doctor administered non-surgical facial procedure. In fact, it is the world’s number one cosmetic http://www.oceancountyeye.com/2010/01/botox-cosmetic.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Erica)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6069801868996877337.post-1314552256528038418Thu, 10 Dec 2009 20:38:00 +00002009-12-10T15:38:00.234-05:00When did you last exhibit signs of contact lens overwear? Probably not so long ago. This condition continues to plague patients who wear lenses made from even the most advanced oxygen-permeable materials.What causes contact lens overwear and more importantly, how can you help avoid it?Contact lens overwear is caused by lack of oxygen to the cornea, which produces distinct symptoms. Patients mayhttp://www.oceancountyeye.com/2009/12/contact-lens-overwear.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Erica)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6069801868996877337.post-2672237374846359138Tue, 17 Nov 2009 17:23:00 +00002009-11-17T12:26:04.632-05:00At Susskind & Almallah Eye Associates, the physical health of your eyes is extremely important to us. Vision is the manner in which most of us make our first sensory perceptions of the things around us- our sight can extend far beyond our reach of touch, sense of smell, and range of hearing. Because of that, it is important to maintain the physical health of your eyes and make routine visits to http://www.oceancountyeye.com/2009/11/physical-health-of-eyes.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Erica)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6069801868996877337.post-6988374454390226334Mon, 19 Oct 2009 14:46:00 +00002009-10-19T10:47:59.931-04:00If you make routine visits to have your eyes examined, chances are your familiar with the procedure and have formed a trusting relationship with your eye physician. You and your physician should have a mutual relationship, one where information is passed back and forth between the two of you. At Susskind & Almallah Eye Associates, we want you to feel like an integral part of keeping your eyes http://www.oceancountyeye.com/2009/10/questions-to-ask-your-eye-physician-at.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Erica)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6069801868996877337.post-6090835475802045384Thu, 17 Sep 2009 15:55:00 +00002009-09-17T11:55:00.491-04:00The vast majority of our patients who seek LASIK surgery are good candidates. If they are not, then in some cases it may only be necessary to let some time pass. An ideal candidate is in good general health, has an active and healthy lifestyle, has no pre-existing eye diseases, and has realistic expectations for the outcome of the procedure. This being said, your candidacy can only be determined http://www.oceancountyeye.com/2009/09/who-is-good-lasik-candidate.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Erica)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6069801868996877337.post-2082909510816737750Wed, 16 Sep 2009 15:21:00 +00002009-09-16T11:42:40.782-04:00At Susskind and Almallah Eye Associates, PA we help answer the age old question, "why is it that when we get older, our near vision gets worse?" The answer is Presbyopia. Presbyopia is an age related condition that affects the lens of the eye in a way that keeps the eye from accommodating or focusing clearly up close.A quick fix may be a cheap pair of reading glasses or cheaters as they are http://www.oceancountyeye.com/2009/09/crystalens.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Erica)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6069801868996877337.post-1092604674624278073Sat, 18 Jul 2009 15:39:00 +00002009-07-18T11:39:00.437-04:00Multi-focal intraocular lenses are used to approach the accommodation processes of your eye more closely. The AcrySof ReSTOR IOL from Alcon is one of several multi-focal lenses available for lens replacement surgery. There are two technologies involved with these lenses and this is how the AcrySof ReSTOR lenses work.Apodized diffraction - Small concentric rings of differing diffractive values http://www.oceancountyeye.com/2009/07/how-acrysof-restor-lens-works.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Erica)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6069801868996877337.post-4830601536657992481Wed, 24 Jun 2009 20:22:00 +00002009-06-25T09:30:27.231-04:00Treatment for cataracts used to be limited to replacing your cloudy lens with a mono-focal type intraocular lens (IOL). These lenses would limit your focus ability to just one distance, near of far. Additional vision correction was treated with an extra pair of glasses. With new multi-focal lenses like AcrySof ReSTOR, your near and far vision is corrected with one lens implant.The surgical http://www.oceancountyeye.com/2009/06/acrysof-restor-lens-procedure.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Erica)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6069801868996877337.post-1236034081711130823Fri, 29 May 2009 18:20:00 +00002009-05-29T14:22:45.132-04:00 Most of us have heard the term “20/20 vision” being used in reference to healthy, normal eyesight. Perhaps you have been told you have 20/20 vision, 20/40 vision, or even 20/15 vision. As a measurement of visual acuity, 20/20 vision is considered “good” vision. Most people, however, are unaware or have forgotten exactly what these numbers mean. Let us take a quick look at the meaning behind http://www.oceancountyeye.com/2009/05/what-is-2020-vision.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Evan Langsted)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6069801868996877337.post-3681145841438285966Mon, 13 Apr 2009 14:15:00 +00002009-04-13T10:16:46.122-04:00We count many athletes - from the recreational to professional level - among our regular patients. Many of them suffer some form of refractive error that holds them back from achieving their optimal athletic performance. Until recent years, laser vision correction was not a good option for many athletes, particularly those involved in contact sports. Fortunately, with today’s advanced techniques,http://www.oceancountyeye.com/2009/04/lasik-for-athletes.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Evan Langsted)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6069801868996877337.post-5753277083512245592Wed, 11 Mar 2009 19:47:00 +00002009-03-11T15:51:35.212-04:00For many of us, driving is a normal part of our daily routine. We use our vehicles as transportation to and from work, frequent visits to the grocery store, and weekend getaways with family or friends. Imagine now that you’re in your sixties or seventies and your eyes are not quite what they used to be. What was sharp and in focus years prior is now cloudy and undefined, even if you wear http://www.oceancountyeye.com/2009/03/cataract-surgery-for-safer-driving.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Evan Langsted)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6069801868996877337.post-2552385374377424175Fri, 06 Mar 2009 20:42:00 +00002009-03-06T17:13:46.320-05:00In May 2003, the IRS confirmed that laser vision correction qualified as a medical expense. If your medical expenses reach 7.5% of your income in any given year, the price of your LASIK/laser vision correction can be deducted for tax purposes. Most people, however, end up not reaching the 7.5% threshold, therefore, they turn to another popular program: Flexible Spending Accounts.Your company http://www.oceancountyeye.com/2009/03/advantages-and-uses-of-your-flex.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (sarad)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6069801868996877337.post-3211676429457229587Wed, 11 Feb 2009 18:39:00 +00002009-02-11T13:41:56.585-05:00While the vast majority of our LASIK patients are satisfied with the results of their initial surgery, there are instances when a patient requests or may require an enhancement.We will perform a follow-up LASIK enhancement if you are unsatisfied with the initial result and it is reasonable to do so, or as a corrective measure due to complications during the surgery or healing process.Generally http://www.oceancountyeye.com/2009/02/lasik-follow-up-treatments-and.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Amanda)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6069801868996877337.post-29692645138739240Tue, 06 Jan 2009 20:28:00 +00002009-01-06T15:28:42.377-05:00 Cataracts are the number one cause of blindness in the world. While ophthalmologists are able to treat thousands of people a day in this country and give them their sight back, it may be useful to understand the factors that cause cataracts in an effort to reduce the chance that you will get one in the future.First, a cataract is a clouding of the lens in the eye. The lens is responsible for http://www.oceancountyeye.com/2009/01/causes-of-cataracts.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Amanda)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6069801868996877337.post-1671886696034937083Thu, 04 Dec 2008 17:45:00 +00002008-12-04T12:46:48.103-05:00When you have been diagnosed with a cataract, you want to be sure that your ophthalmologist is going to give you quality care that meets or, hopefully, exceeds the standard. But in the end, all you probably really want is to know that you’ll be able to see again. We understand that, but hope that you think about who will be performing your cataract surgery.First, your cataract surgeon is called http://www.oceancountyeye.com/2008/12/choosing-cataract-surgeon.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Patti)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6069801868996877337.post-1243672818482326246Thu, 06 Nov 2008 17:45:00 +00002008-11-06T12:47:46.710-05:00We advise women who are pregnant or nursing not to undergo LASIK or any other similar refractive surgery until nursing is complete and several months have passed. We give the same advice to women who plan on becoming pregnant within six months following refractive surgery. There are a couple reasons for this:Pregnancy and lactation naturally cause huge fluctuations in a woman’s hormone levels. http://www.oceancountyeye.com/2008/11/lasik-and-pregnancy.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Patti)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6069801868996877337.post-1077755697035789568Mon, 27 Oct 2008 17:07:00 +00002008-10-27T13:11:35.145-04:00Many of our prospective LASIK patients come to us with concerns that their night vision might be compromised as a result of the surgery. We understand this concern, as many of our patients’ livelihoods depend upon a lot of nighttime activity, particularly driving. Post-LASIK night vision problems have been a prohibitive risk for many patients in the past. Fortunately, improved LASIK technology http://www.oceancountyeye.com/2008/10/lasik-and-night-vision.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Patti)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6069801868996877337.post-5868520870118904487Mon, 06 Oct 2008 17:01:00 +00002008-10-06T13:14:06.818-04:00Half of the adults reading this column have a refractive error. This assertion is basedon data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES), whichshows that about half of all U.S. adults are either nearsighted or farsighted or have anirregular corneal curve known as astigmatism. These common eye-focusing problems,known collectively as “refractive errors,” affect young, old, http://www.oceancountyeye.com/2008/10/theres-50-percent-chance-youll-need.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (edbrooks)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6069801868996877337.post-4376831636471798194Wed, 01 Oct 2008 15:44:00 +00002008-10-01T11:58:56.449-04:00Just a reminder for those people with "Flexible Spending Accounts"(FSA)" through their employers, now is the time to allocate funds for 2009. This would be the time to approach your human resources department to inquire about 2009's allocation limits. FSA's can be used for out of pocket expenses such laser vision correction (LASIK). By allocating a determined amount through your FSA, you can http://www.oceancountyeye.com/2008/10/flexible-spending-accounts.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (edbrooks)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6069801868996877337.post-5524194906818256217Wed, 01 Oct 2008 14:26:00 +00002008-10-01T10:33:40.187-04:00With diabetes at epidemic proportions in the United States, this disease has emerged as the biggest threat to the eyesight of working-age Americans. While much attention is (correctly) directed at the havoc that erratic blood glucose levels have upon the blood vessels in the retina (diabetic retinopathy), there are also other potential problems. For instance, diabetics are 40% more likely to http://www.oceancountyeye.com/2008/10/keeping-eye-on-diabetes-complications.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (edbrooks)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6069801868996877337.post-856395844517128542Wed, 01 Oct 2008 14:11:00 +00002008-10-01T10:24:06.372-04:00When children are farsighted, have astigmatism, or experience both of these refractive errors in both eyes, they may develop “bilateral refractive amblyopia.” Unlike single-eye amblyopia (or “lazy eye”), in which one eye presents an unclear image to the brain, bilateral amblyopia affects both eyes and is less common. If left untreated, bilateral amblyopia may result in permanent vision loss. The http://www.oceancountyeye.com/2008/10/earlier-better.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (edbrooks)