- GlaucomaThe expert eye doctors at the Griffeth vision facility in Salt Lake City describe glaucoma as a collective group of disorders that could influence the damage of the optic nerve. The optic nerve is responsible for transmitting information between the brain and the eye, and when this is damaged, it will lead to vision impairment or a complete loss of vision. In glaucoma, the intraocular pressure is abnormally high. This pressure is what keeps the balance of fluids on the inside of the eye. If this balance is disrupted because of the abnormal movement of fluids, or if the patient has an underlying medical condition that affects the pressure, this would cause the intraocular pressure to rise and result in glaucoma. Glaucoma remains to be one of the leading causes for blindness around the world, but early detection can generally reduce the risk of blindness. The reason why most patients suffer vision loss with glaucoma is because the early symptoms are not caught. Most of the time, the symptoms develop very slowly so that the patient is not aware that the disease is already in progress. It is important for patients to have regular eye examinations so that the eyes could be checked for normal intraocular pressure.
- OphthalmologyOur eyes are constantly exposed to the air, and because their membranes are so delicately sensitive, prolonged exposure to elements that are present in the air could make them vulnerable to irritation and could pose a significant risk of damage. Naturally, our bodies come equipped with metabolic ways to maintain its balance and, to prevent dry eyes, a constant thin film of tears covers our eyes to prevent them from drying out. Dry eyes is a condition characterized by irritation that stems primarily from the degradation of the conjunctiva and the cornea, leading to stinging and itching sensations, and even impaired vision in the more progressive stages. The experts at the Griffeth Vision Group are renowned for their expertise in the field of ophthalmology and have helped patients with dry eyes syndrome recover from the condition.
- Macular DegenerationMany vision issues are related to damage that are inflicted on the macula of the eyes, which is the light-sensing part of the eye and is responsible for central vision. Macular degeneration breaks down the macula and can cause blurred vision or a distortion of the patient’s central vision. Central vision is what patients use to see the finer details of the objects they are observing so, in effect, having macular degeneration will gradually cause the center of the vision to blur while the peripheral vision remains the same. This condition is very common among patients over the age of 60 and is one of the leading causes of visual disability. It has been known to be very debilitating to patients as it can affect their close and distance visions.
- Laser Eye SurgeryRefractive eye errors, although the most common eye health issue being manifested among patients, can easily be treatable. Refractive errors are described as the difficulties that the eyes experience when they are trying to focus on an object, often resulting to blurred vision. Refractive errors can easily be corrected by prescription glasses or contact lenses and can be treated permanently through LASIK surgery.
- CataractsCataracts are a condition where the normal clear lenses of the eyes cloud up and block the patient’s vision. The protein build up in the lens makes it impossible for the light to pass through, thus impairing vision. This is one of the leading causes of blindness and is very common among older people. Heredity also plays a big role in increasing the risk factor for developing cataracts. This can also be a secondary effect of a medical condition such as diabetes and over exposure to toxic substances and radiation. There are also some injuries that can later on cause the development of cataracts and compromise eye health. Prescription glasses can treat minor cases of cataracts, but if it impairs vision, cataracts are treated with the surgical removal of the natural lens and replacement with an intraocular artificial lens.
- Cataract SurgeryCataracts are described primarily as a condition that affects the normally clear and smooth lenses of the eyes, causing a decrease in visual acuity or even some degree of vision loss in more extreme cases. Getting cataracts is an extremely common condition, especially as a person gets older, as one of the results of the aging process. In some cases, cataracts do not pose a significant enough threat on the patient’s vision to require treatment, but the surgical removal of cataracts has been established to be a safe and effective procedure that results in remarkably improved vision in patients affected by the condition. Ideally, cataract surgery must be performed on patients who are experiencing vision loss because of the presence of the cataracts in their eyes.
- Eye ExamEven if they are not considered as higher-risk patients, other people must still recognize the importance of having their eyes checked regularly. Some doctors recommend that even infants must be subjected to eye exams and have their eyes checked for any abnormalities or anomalies that could lead to more serious conditions later on. It is also recommended that adults without any genetic predisposition or medical conditions should visit an eye doctor and get an eye exam every 2 years and at least once a year once they hit the age of 60.
- Diabetes Care
- Diabetic RetinopathyPatients with eye diseases related to diabetes, or diabetic retinopathy, may also require retinal laser surgery when damage to the blood vessels occurs. Diabetic retinopathy has symptoms that develop gradually and may not be easily identified from the onset. It is mostly due to this fact that, when left untreated or when not discovered earlier, diabetic retinopathy can cause blindness in patients.
- UltrasoundPhacoemulsification is the procedure where an ultra-thin ultrasound probe is inserted through a tiny incision at the front of the patient’s cornea. Using this pro, ultrasound waves will be transmitted directly to the cataract formation so that it breaks up and the fragments can be suctioned out of the area.
- BotoxPeople create and change their facial expressions all the time, at virtually every second of the day, and these repetitive actions cause the appearance of expression lines and facial creases that are eventually worn into the skin because of the repeated contractions of the underlying muscles. To alleviate this condition, the experts at the Griffeth Vision Group, in Tooele, UT recommend the use of BOTOX® injections.
- Brow LiftA brow lift or a forehead lift is one of the procedures used in facial plastic surgery to alleviate the deep wrinkles and creases across the patient’s forehead. To do this, excess fat and tissues that cause the sagging and wrinkling of the forehead region, the upper eyelids, and even the eyebrows are removed and the remaining tissues lifted for a younger looking effect.
- Eyelid SurgeryEyelid surgery or blepharoplasty is used in facial plastic surgery to include the overall appearance patient’s eyes. It can address common problems including sagging eyelids or bags under the eyes. This procedure involves the removal of excess fat and tissues in and around the indicated areas. Incisions along the natural creases of the eyes and share minimal scarring at the end of the procedure.
- Plastic Surgery
- Blepharoplasty
- Forehead Lift
- LesionsPterygium is an eye condition that commonly affects people who are constantly exposed to the outdoor environment. The growth of a pink and fleshy tissue on the conjunctiva, or the white part of the eye is the most predominant identifying factor of this condition, and often grows on the side of the sclera closest to the nose. The prevalent cause of this condition is believed to be excessive exposure to ultraviolet light, dust, wind, sand, and humidity, which is the reason why this condition is also referred to as Surfers Eye. When the patient is exposed to these irritants on a regular basis, it triggers the degeneration of collagen in the affected area of the eye and this, in turn, brings about the formation of the fibrovascular lesions. Pterygium is a non-cancerous growth that may develop slowly over time and does not pose any serious threat to the patient’s vision unless it covers the pupils of the eyes. Mostly, patients report a sensation similar to having a foreign object inside the eye. Normally, pterygium does not require any sort of special treatment but in case the irritation escalates, doctors recommend the use of vasoconstrictors and even lubricating eye drops or ointments. For more serious cases, like when the lesion already begins to interfere with the patient’s vision, Pterygium surgery may become necessary to have it removed surgically.
- Burns
- Allergies