January is Glaucoma Awareness Month, which makes this the perfect time to make an appointment with your eye doctor for your regular eye exam. It is estimated that up to 3 million Americans have glaucoma, but many aren’t aware they have this common eye disease. Although there is no cure for glaucoma, there are proven […]

It is normal for our vision to change as we age. Unfortunately, these changes often include vision loss. In age-related macular degeneration (AMD), vision loss occurs in the central vision, resulting in a loss in the ability to see sharp or fine details. It is most common in those over 60, thus the reason it […]

Macular degeneration is an eye disease affecting your central vision. This disease causes your vision to be less sharp in the center of your field of vision. In the advanced stage of the disease, there will be a blind spot blocking your eyesight. Central vision is especially important when you’re reading, driving, or performing other […]

Myopia is the medical term for difficulty seeing faraway objects. If you find that nearsighted vision is making everyday activities challenging, Silverstein Eye Centers in Kansas City, Missouri, can help you find the best treatment to improve your vision.

If you have glaucoma, there are a number of glaucoma treatment options that may be effective in stopping or slowing down the development of the disease. The only way to know whether one of these treatments will be effective for you is to visit one of our experienced ophthalmologists. Once we learn more about you, […]

A cataract is caused by changes in the tissue of the eye’s lens. If you have cataracts, you may be a good candidate for cataract surgery.

If you are developing a cataract in one or both eyes, you may experience one or more of the following signs and symptoms: Cloudy, blurry vision Poor nighttime vision Appearance of halos around light sources Colors appear faded or yellow Sensitivity to light

Presbyopia is an unavoidable eye condition for most people, but our experienced eye doctors can present your treatment options. Most common in eyes over 40 years old, presbyopia is a natural part of the aging process in which the lenses of your eyes become less flexible, making it difficult for them to focus on objects […]

Glaucoma is a condition that involves a buildup of fluid pressure within your eyes. If this pressure becomes too pronounced, it can damage your optic nerve, potentially threatening your vision. The goal of glaucoma treatment is therefore to lower the intraocular pressure in your eyes. Glaucoma cannot be strictly cured, but through early intervention and […]

Cataract surgery is one of the most commonly performed surgical procedures in the United States, and it has a very high safety record. However, it is not without risks.

Everyone knows that smoking can have a tremendously negative impact on systemic health. What you may not know is that smoking is also related to a number of eye conditions and can significantly increase your risk for vision troubles.

Flashes and floaters are a common vision occurrence experienced by most people at some point in their lives. Floaters and flashes are most often associated with changes in the vitreous gel – the fluid filling the space between your eye lens and retina.

A cataract is a clouding of the eye lens that interferes with vision. Cataracts develop slowly and in early stages do not cause obvious vision problems. As cataracts progress, cataract surgery may be necessary to replace your natural eye lens with a lens implant.

There may be no permanent cure for the age-related vision loss known as presbyopia, but there are surgical treatment options available that can extend the time during which you may not need corrective eyewear.

Treatment for glaucoma requires long-term attention and care, as well as ongoing communication and monitoring with your eye doctor. Glaucoma is caused by high intraocular pressure, which can result in damage to the optic nerve. Glaucoma affects your field of vision as opposed to vision clarity, although it can lead to blindness if untreated.