Griffin Eye Center, Myrtle Beach, South Carolina is the first and only center in the Myrtle Beach area to implant, the first FDA-Approved AcrySof IQ PanOptix® Trifocal Lens by Alcon for cataract surgery. PanOptix® is already one of the leading presbyopia-correcting Intra-Ocular lenses in more than 70 countries and has been implanted in more than […]
Cataract is one of the leading causes of blindness in the United States. If not treated, cataracts can lead to blindness. In addition, the longer cataracts are left untreated, the more difficult it can be to successfully remove the cataract and restore vision. The American Academy of Ophthalmology reminds the public that early detection and […]
Cataract is one of the leading causes of blindness in the United States. If not treated, cataracts can lead to blindness. In addition, the longer cataracts are left untreated, the more difficult it can be to successfully remove the cataract and restore vision. During Cataract Awareness Month in June 2019, the American Academy of Ophthalmology […]
Dr. Neil B. Griffin of the Griffin Eye Center, Myrtle Beach, South Carolina achieved two firsts. He was the first ophthalmic surgeon in the U.S.A. to use the Cetus Nano-Laser system, an FDA-approved laser technology developed and produced by A.R.C. Laser, for cataract surgery and the world first to use the combination of Nano-Laser with […]
Think you may have cataracts? Is everything starting to look hazy and dull? Understanding cataract symptoms and early signs can help you get proper diagnosis and treatment. Here are some of the most common cataract symptoms: Blurred Vision– Can happen with objects close-up or at a distance. Seeing Halos around Lights– Halos are bright circles […]
Think you may have cataracts? Is everything starting to look hazy and dull? Understanding cataract symptoms and early signs can help you get proper diagnosis and treatment. Anytime your vision changes you need to get a comprehensive dilated eye exam. Here are some of the most common cataract symptoms: Blurred Vision– Can happen with objects […]
Cataract is one of the leading causes of blindness in the United States. If not treated, cataracts can lead to blindness. In addition, the longer cataracts are left untreated, the more difficult it can be to successfully remove the cataract and restore vision. During Cataract Awareness Month in June, the American Academy of Ophthalmology reminds […]
How Do I know Which Intra-Ocular Lens to Choose for Cataract Surgery? If you are over the age of 65, Medicare will cover most of the cost of basic cataract surgery along with a standard “monofocal” Intra-Ocular Lenses. Patients electing monofocal IOLs typically have both eyes corrected for distant vision, while they often must rely […]
Over time, cataracts can affect your vision, and may end up limiting your activities and ability to enjoy life. If you think your vision is changing look out for these common symptoms and/or signs of cataracts. Common Symptoms of Cataracts Blurred Vision- Can happen with objects close-up or at a distance. Seeing Halos around Lights- […]
Intraocular lenses (IOLs) are medical devices that are implanted inside the eye to replace the eye’s natural lens when it is removed during cataract surgery. IOLs also are used for a type of vision correction surgery called refractive lens exchange. FDA-approved IOLs have been available since the early 1980s. Before the use of intraocular lenses, […]