Eye Floaters Facts

Eye Floaters Facts

At some point or another, most of us have seen a “floater” in our eyes. They can appear in many different shapes, and might even look like a tiny bug or an eyelash at first. Floaters are often simply annoying, but can become a cause for concern. Let’s take a look at...

Pre Visit Planning

With the current healthcare climate, we are following safety precautions around COVID-19: All doctors and staff will wear masks. All patients will wear a mask in our practice. We encourage you to bring a mask with you and will provide a disposable mask if you do not...
Combating Seasonal Allergies in 2021

Combating Seasonal Allergies in 2021

Seasonal Allergies and Your Eyes Spring is upon us here in Maine, and although the longer days and warmer weather are a welcome change, seasonal allergies are an unpleasant downside. Allergies from the changing seasons can result in a plethora of symptoms, from red,...

Pre Visit Planning

With the current healthcare climate, we are following safety precautions around COVID-19: All doctors and staff will wear masks. All patients will wear a mask in our practice. We encourage you to bring a mask with you and will provide a disposable mask if you do not...
What is Macular Degeneration: The ins and outs

What is Macular Degeneration: The ins and outs

Imagine your eye as a camera. Your pupil, the dark part in the middle of your eye behind the thin membrane of the cornea and inside the colored iris, is the viewfinder. The iris adjusts the pupil depending on the amount of light, much like the aperture of a camera...