December 4, 2014
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
November 21, 2014
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
November 7, 2014
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
September 18, 2014
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
August 15, 2014
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
July 14, 2014
At Skouras Eye Centre, many of our patients ask how long the visual results from LASIK surgery last. Although the short answer is that the vision correction results from LASIK are considered permanent, there are a few factors to keep in mind when addressing this question. The Importance of Having Stable Vision Before LASIK Throughout... read more