Blogs

Eye Plastics: Specialist Reconstruction

Posted by: West Georgia Eye Care Center in Frontpage Article on March 6, 2015

What is eye plastic surgery? Despite its association with Hollywood’s creme-de-la-creme, plastic surgery isn’t just about visual appeal. The word plastic is of Greek origin and carries the idea of forming, shaping, or molding. In the spirit of the original etymology, plastic surgery re-molds certain areas of the body. Eye plastic surgery, or oculoplastics, focuses on reconstruction… Read More


And the Oscar Goes to…

Posted by: West Georgia Eye Care Center in Frontpage Article on February 27, 2015

Actor Judi Dench has been awarded an Oscar, a Tony, 6 Olivier Awards, 2 Golden Globes, 2 Screen Actors Guild Awards and 10 critics awards (to mention only a few!). More recently, she has won kudos for speaking out about her age-related macular degeneration (AMD). A stellar leading lady, Dench also plays a starring role… Read More


Shades of Grey

Posted by: West Georgia Eye Care Center in Frontpage Article on February 20, 2015

Have you ever left the house with mismatched socks, sporting one navy and one dark shade of grey? Maybe it’s a normal case of being in a rush or needing better light or newer glasses. Or perhaps it’s something more serious. With age, our ability to distinguish between color shades can become difficult. This is… Read More


Matters of the Heart

Posted by: West Georgia Eye Care Center in Frontpage Article on February 13, 2015

Valentine’s Day is right around the bend, and the heart is on our mind here at WGECC. Our practice may not immediately strike you as a trending locale for romance, but love has blossomed here before. In fact, one of our ophthalmic technicians received a proposal of marriage (from her now-husband) right in the middle of an… Read More


Saving Vision One Screening at a Time

Posted by: West Georgia Eye Care Center in Frontpage Article on January 21, 2015

Glaucoma has been called “the silent thief of sight.” Unlike other eye maladies, glaucoma is quiet, subtle, hidden. With something like a cataract, chalazion, or a black eye, the problem is pretty obvious. Something is clearly wrong. However, glaucoma can sneak up on you, unawares, and literally steal you blind. How can you be on… Read More


Glaucoma: Are You at Risk?

Posted by: West Georgia Eye Care Center in Frontpage Article on January 15, 2015

It is estimated that only half of the 2.2 million Americans with glaucoma are even aware they have it. Glaucoma can be subtle at first, with no fireworks, no flashy symptoms. In the absence of obvious manifestations, many people do not realize the need for regular exams to check for disease. Ignorance is not bliss… Read More


Year End Best Eye Care Advice

Posted by: West Georgia Eye Care Center in Frontpage Article on December 30, 2014

As 2014 quickly draws to a close, the best eye care advice is the same as it was at the start of the year: consult an ocular professional for your eye care needs, and remember that it matters who you see! Today, we will examine the frequently-foggy topic of LASIK candidacy. Can anyone get LASIK? Should everyone… Read More


iLASIK, iPhones, and EyePhones

Posted by: West Georgia Eye Care Center in Frontpage Article on December 15, 2014

West Georgia Eye Care Center was the first LASIK Center in the region to offer the most advances technology for LASIK, called iLASIK. Many patients have asked if the “i” in iLASIK indicates a connection to Apple, Inc. and their line of iPhones. In this case, the “i” is for intelligent technology that is innovative, individualized, and gives… Read More