- CryotherapyAt Matossian eye Associates Dr. Nichols sees patients for all types of diseases and problems of the retina including macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, retinal detachment, macular holes, macular pucker, retinal membranes and retinal vascular diseases such as retinal vein & artery occlusion. Dr. Nichols provides treatment with intravitreal injections, retinal laser treatment & retina surgery including scleral buckle, retinopexy, cryotherapy & vitrectomy.
- Primary CareDiabetic Retinopathy (DR) is a complication of Diabetes Mellitus that left undetected and treated can lead to severe and catastrophic vision loss. All patients with diabetes should have regular eye exams and diagnostic testing in order to detect changes in the small blood vessels of the retina that may indicate the need for treatment-even if there is no vision loss! Damage to the small blood vessels in the retina that causes diabetic retinopathy is the most frequent cause of new blindness among adults aged 20-74 years old. However, with regular eye exams, early detection, diagnosis and treatment, vision loss can be prevented or halted in most instances. The retina specialists at Matossian Eye Associates perform in-office diabetic eye exams, diagnostic testing, and treatment including non-surgical retina injection treatment with Lucentis®, Eylea® or other medications, laser treatment and vitreous surgery such as vitrectomy if needed, to help maintain your vision and prevent vision loss caused by diabetic retinopathy and diabetic macular edema, as well work with your primary care physician to be certain you have access to care you might need.
- GlaucomaGlaucoma is an eye disease that is most commonly associated with an elevated pressure inside the eye- Intraocular Pressure (IOP)- that damages the optic nerve and causes loss of vision. More than three million Americans are living with glaucoma, 2.7 million of whom-aged 40 and older-are affected by its most common form, Primary Open Angle Glaucoma (POAG) which begins without any symptoms or obvious loss of vision. It is critical to diagnose and treat glaucoma as early as possible through regular eye exams in order to prevent vision loss. With early detection, diagnosis & treatment, in the vast majority of cases, glaucoma vision loss can be controlled or prevented.
- OphthalmologyWe are pleased to announce that Matossian Eye Associates has joined PRISM Vision Group, the largest ophthalmology administrative services organization in the region with a vision of becoming the country’s premier independent eyecare organization.
- Macular DegenerationAge Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) is a leading cause of vision loss in seniors in which the central portion of the retina, called the macula, is damaged as a result of the hardening of the small arteries supplying oxygen and nutrients to the retinal tissue. There are two main types of Age Related Macular Degeneration: Dry Macular Degeneration and Wet Macular Degeneration. Dry Macular Degeneration is the most common type of Age Related Macular Degeneration making up 85-90% of cases, resulting in a slow progressive loss of vision. Typically, we see small, yellow colored deposits between the retinal layers, which are called drusen. Many people 50 years of age or older have some drusen as they age and may be asked to schedule eye exams more frequently in order to monitor them as there is some possibility that Dry Macular Degeneration will progress to Wet Macular Degeneration. We need to detect Wet Macular Degeneration quickly as it has far more serious consequences for vision loss. Wet Macular Degeneration is characterized by an abnormal growth of new blood vessels under the retina, called “neovascularization,” which is prone to be leaky and can easily break and bleed. If leakage occurs, the macula may actually begin to swell, bleed and scar causing severe loss of central vision, which may be irreversible.
- Laser Eye SurgeryORA allows your eye surgeon to take eye measurements in the operating room to optimize decision making for correcting the vision. We use this technology to fine tune lens choices, measure residual astigmatism that may need to be fixed and verify the proper position of a toric lens implant. The ORA technology becomes very important in situations where the measurements taken in our office may not be perfectly reliable. One example is for patient’s that have undergone previous refractive surgery such as LASIK or PRK or in cases where there has been previous eye injury or surgery.
- CataractsAs you begin to experience Presbyopia patients often tell us that their “arms are too short” requiring them to see up close by moving near objects and reading material farther away in order to bring them into focus and to see them clearly. It is important to know that Presbyopia affects everyone including those who have Cataracts. As Presbyopia begins, people who have never worn eyeglasses find that they need reading glasses or bifocals in order to read and see up close. People who already wear glasses may need bifocals or trifocals in order to see up close and have comfortable near vision.
- Cataract SurgeryORA (Optiwave Refractive Analysis) system technology is a sophisticated device that provides real time measurements of your eye during cataract surgery.
- Eye ExamThe frequency of your eye examinations depends on many factors. Your age, general health, family history of eye problems, and history of treatment for any eye conditions or diseases in the past will determine how often Matossian Eye Associates eye doctors suggest that you schedule your visits. If you are scheduling a comprehensive eye examination with us, it will consist of complete testing of your vision and a comprehensive medical evaluation of the health of your eyes.
- Diabetes Care
- Diabetic RetinopathyTractional Retinal Detachment may occur when fibrous or fibrovascular scar tissue has been formed on the retina as a result of an injury, inflammatory disease or the presence of neovascularization, such as in Diabetic Retinopathy. The scar tissue actually pulls the Retina free from the underlying pigment layer it is normally attached to, causing a Retinal Detachment.
- UltrasoundYour cataract surgeon will gently pass another sophisticated high technology microscopic instrument through the tiny incision. Sound waves or “Ultrasound” produced at the tip of the instrument will be used to gently break the cataract into pieces small enough to be washed away, drawn through the instrument and removed from your eye. This cataract removal technique is called “phacoemulsification” and is preferred for most patients.
- Reconstructive SurgeryDr. Shovlin is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology (ABO), a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) and the American Society of Ophthalmic Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery (ASOPRS).
- BotoxIf you have fine lines, wrinkles or tired looking eyelids, we can help you look your best with surgical & nonsurgical cosmetic treatments including BOTOX®, gel fillers & eyelid surgery.
- Eyelid SurgeryDr. Shovlin specializes in blepharoplasty “eyelifts” or cosmetic eyelid surgery for baggy, puffy eyelids as well as cheek, midface, brow and forehead surgery to lift troublesome areas. He has special expertise in eyelid surgery to correct ptosis or “droopy” eyelids, minimally invasive tear duct surgery and repair of eyelids that unnaturally turn inward or outward as well as eyelid and orbital reconstruction after trauma or ocular tumor surgery. Dr. Shovlin is dedicated to helping patients look their best with techniques of facial rejuvenation for men and women using non surgical treatments & injections to minimize or eliminate the effects of aging. These include treatment for dark circles, eyelid bags, creases, folds, fine lines and wrinkles. His approach for women is to restore their natural, refreshed, youthful appearance by gently tightening, volumizing and lifting the delicate eye, facial features and chin. For men, Dr. Shovlin strives to maintain an energetic, masculine but softened ruggedness.
- Plastic Surgery
- Blepharoplasty
- UlcerThe outermost layer of the cornea is called the epithelium. If it is damaged from trauma of any type, i.e. getting a foreign body in your eye such as piece of metal, a poke in the eye from a branch or a finger or even from a dirty or damaged contact lens, it is possible for bacteria, viruses or fungi to penetrate the cornea and cause an infection. An infection of the cornea is called a Keratitis or Ulcer. Keratitis can cause a painful inflammation with a discharge, which if not treated quickly and appropriately, can lead to corneal erosion, corneal ulceration and corneal scarring. Corneal scarring results in a loss of corneal transparency and can require a corneal transplant in order to restore vision.
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