Dry eyes can make you miserable; however, most people wait until it gets really unbearable before visiting their eye care professional. In fact, dry eye is one of the most under-diagnosed ocular diseases because people try to treat it on their own with over-the-counter drops that only offer temporary relief. Dry eye can cause major...  read more

The natural lenses of our eyes should be clear. This allows for them to refract (bend) the rays of light that come into the eye, letting us see. If you suffer from cataracts, you will endure hazy vision due to the clouding of the lenses. Cataracts make everything you see appear blurry and less colourful....  read more

After undergoing LASIK eye surgery, the first 24 hours is crucial to the overall healing process. You will be asked to take it easy and relax. You will not be able to wear contacts or glasses and have to avoid any physical activity. Once the healing process is complete you will be able to resume...  read more

You’ve probably heard the saying, “The eyes are the windows to the soul.” Did you know that your eyes are also a window into your general health? More than 30 conditions can show symptoms in the eyes! This is one of the reasons it is so important to schedule regular eye exams. An eye exam...  read more

There is a lot of information floating around about LASIK, and not all of it is true. There is a chance that these misconceptions could prevent certain people from enjoying the life-changing benefits of LASIK surgery. Ophthalmologist Nicholas Skouras is committed to spreading the truth about LASIK and making it an accessible option for those...  read more

Over time, the body gradually stops producing collagen and elastin, two proteins that are crucial for healthy, elastic skin. Without an ample amount of these proteins, the skin loses its elasticity and starts to sag. One area of the body that may be affected by this development in the natural aging process is the eye...  read more

Many people start to notice subtle signs of aging in their thirties. For example, the skin may start to wrinkle or show fine lines. The cheeks and lips may lose healthy looking volume and the face may look tired or sad. Fortunately, the cosmetic industry is saturated with products to address these concerns and restore...  read more

Dr. Nicholas Skouras is dedicated to staying abreast of advancements in his field. One such advancement is collagen cross linking, a sophisticated technique for the treatment of keratoconus. Let’s take a look at what keratoconus is and how cross linking can help. What Is Keratoconus? Your eye has a transparent window on the front of...  read more

Many people avoid practicing bad habits that could prematurely age their facial appearance or their skin. However, these same people may be unwittingly doing things that could be aging their eyes. Here are five habits you should steer clear of to avoid harming your vision. Leaving Your Sunglasses At Home Even on cloudy days, the...  read more

As individuals reach their 40s, the majority will develop a condition called presbyopia, or the age-related inability to focus up close. Most eye care professionals believe that presbyopia develops as the eye’s natural lens hardens with age, making it difficult for the lens to adjust focus when looking at objects at different distances. Although some...  read more