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Commonly held wisdom says all it takes is a carrot to maintain perfect vision. But it actually takes more than a single veggie to boost your eye health. Magruder Laser Vision has been teaching patients about the connection between healthy foods and eye health and providing LASIK to patients at risk for eye damage. Bright [...]

When you’re heading to the office, the store and going about your everyday life, then eyeglasses may not seem so bad. But in the moments when you get to enjoy passions like rock climbing, skiing, or even just going for a run, it can be annoying to have your glasses bouncing around your face and [...]

Children who grow up wearing glasses may want to switch to contact lenses as they become teenagers. Teens are notoriously self-conscious about appearance, and contact lenses can help them feel more confident. Contact lenses can also eliminate or reduce having broken glasses on the playground and glasses getting left behind at various events and activities. [...]

Did you know that some type of vision loss will affect nearly everyone at some point? Sight is a precious sense that too many take for granted. The leading ophthalmologists at Magruder Laser Vision have seen patients with a variety of treatable and untreatable eye problems in their decades of experience. Look at just 4 [...]

Working all day at a computer has given you a headache. You just want to go home and relax by playing an online game or watching television. Unfortunately, many people play out this scenario every day and compound their eye strain problems. It is easy and comfortable to be lulled into a screen for instant [...]

As you mature, your eye’s lens develops small bits of protein that progressively discolor. Starting tiny and growing with time, these spots become more and more difficult to see through, and driving at night can become dangerous and almost impossible. We understand the changes your eyes are experiencing, and as an added bonus, there is [...]

If you’re plagued with spots or strings, you may be wondering what these mysterious objects are and why they occur. They are known as “floaters.” Here are some ideas of why they happen and what you can do to help them. It is the easiest to spot floaters when looking at a blank background, such [...]

While some people simply have an aversion to night driving, many people feel they are taking their lives in their hands when they venture across town after dusk. What causes the difficulty of night driving as we age? The Orlando LASIK expert, Doc Brock, has seen patients with several unique experiences who have dealt with [...]

When you look at any object, it reflects light at different electromagnetic wavelengths. As the light enters the eye, those wavelengths are interpreted by our brains as color. The Orlando ophthalmologist team at Magruder are here to highlight the most interesting facts on color and different disorders that may distort what you’re able to see. [...]

If your child comes home with red, swollen eyes, you may want to act quickly. A simple appointment with Doc Brock, an expert in Orlando ophthalmology, can ensure your child gets proper treatment and a better understanding of their eye irritation. If you’re in a time crunch, here are some insights on the difference between [...]

Sometimes your allergies reach the point of no return. Are you wondering why you can’t seem to beat the pollen, or if it could be something more? The Orlando ophthalmology expert, Doc Brock, is here to answer your questions concerning allergies and how they relate to your eyes. Are Allergies Contagious? Allergies may cause a [...]

Have you ever been caught between allergies and pink eye? Wondering what the clear-cut difference is while making a list of your symptoms? The Orlando ophthalmologist at Magruder Laser Vision answers many of your questions below, providing you with some insight on how to tell these tricky problems apart. Signs of Conjunctivitis Pink eye, or [...]