We truly believe in routine eye examinations so that you can see as clearly as possible. Once you have to get glasses or contacts, it is even more important to watch the health of your eyes. You also need routine checks to ensure your prescription has not changed.
To ensure good eye health and vision, we are very proud to offer the following services:
- Cataracts
- Comprehensive Eye Exams
- Computer Vision
- Contact Lenses
- Diabetic Eye Care
- Digital Retina Imaging
- Dry Eye Treatment
- Glaucoma
- Hyperopia
- Keratoconus
- LASIK Co-Management
- Macular Degeneration
- Pediatric Eye Exams
- Sports Vision
- Sunglasses
- Surgery Co-Management
- Urgent Care
- Orthokeratology
- Eye Allergies
- Pink Eye
Cataracts
Cataracts cause a clouding of the lens in the eye, making your vision appear to be foggy. Cataracts are the most common cause of vision loss in people over 40 and are the leading cause of blindness in the world.
Your eyes are meant to naturally adjust to normal light changes, adjust focus, and allow us to see both near and far. Your lens is primarily made up of water and proteins. The proper arrangement of these proteins is what contributes to normal vision. Some of these proteins clump together forming a clouding of the lens.
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Comprehensive Eye Exams
On average, we recommend scheduling an appointment once every year to ensure your eyes are remaining healthy. If you have been diagnosed with an eye condition, however, we recommend scheduling an appointment once or twice a year depending on the severity.
During your appointment, we will review your patient history, visual acuity, perform preliminary tests, and evaluate your eyes’ overall health.
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Computer Vision
Computer Vision is a relatively new term within the optometry field and refers to eye problems associated with the prolonged use of computers and electronics that utilize a digital screen. Although it can be temporary, there are times when computer vision can strain the eyes to a degree that permanently affects your vision as well. An existing eye condition can worsen as the eyes try to focus and adjust to a computer screen, and precautions should be taken if you spend long hours in front of a computer screen.
If you have been experiencing blurry vision, dry eyes, eye strain, headaches, neck or back pain, try adjusting the lighting, posture, and the distance in front of your computer screen. If computer vision symptoms persist, call us to request an appointment, we will perform a full evaluation.
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Contact Lenses
Nowadays, most people prefer to wear contacts instead of glasses. If you are interested in contact lenses, please let your eye doctor know prior to your appointment. During your exam, we will discuss the various contact lenses available and determine the best option based on your individual needs and lifestyle.
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Diabetic Eye Care
Diabetes can affect more than just your blood sugar. It can also do some damage to your eyes if you are not careful.
Diabetic eye disease can cause vision loss if you are not careful. It can cause you to have trouble with everyday tasks even if you have regular glasses or contacts. It can even cause blindness.
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Digital Retina Imaging
Using a digital camera system, our optometrists at Choice Eyecare can clearly see and examine your retina, located at the back of your eye. This examination is critical to monitoring the health of your eye as well as to the early detection of many medical problems. The pictures generated through retinal imaging help us identify problems with your vision and can also help diagnose other medical conditions such as high blood pressure, diabetes, cholesterol, or even brain tumors.
Dry Eye Treatment
Choice Eyecare is proud to offer dry eye treatment for our patients. Ocular Surface Disease, also known as dry eye, can occur from certain medications, naturally by aging, or as a symptom arising from systemic diseases such as Sjogren’s syndrome, Rheumatoid arthritis, or Lupus. If you have a minor case of dry eye, you may be experiencing irritation, excessive tearing, fluctuating vision, and/or a burning sensation in your eyes. Excessive dry eyes, or dry eye symptoms that go untreated, have the potential to damage eye tissue, scar your corneas, and impair your vision.
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Glaucoma
Glaucoma occurs from damage to the eye’s optic nerve and can often lead to loss of vision and blindness. To detect glaucoma, our highly trained doctors will perform a proper screening to determine severity, examine the damage, and help you manage your glaucoma.
Early detection of glaucoma is crucial in preventing vision loss and blindness; the earlier the better. However, there is no official cure for glaucoma. There are several treatment methods that manage, slow down, or halt the process. Treatment for glaucoma will vary depending on the stage and severity for each individual patient.
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Hyperopia
Farsightedness, known as hyperopia, makes it difficult to see objects close by. If you are experiencing farsightedness, corrective lenses such as glasses or contact lenses will be prescribed. After a thorough examination, we will determine the prescription that’s best for you.
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Keratoconus
Keratoconus is a progressive eye disease that can cause blurry and distorted vision. Since the disease is most treated in the early stages, it is important to receive regular eye exams. At Choice Eyecare in Colony, TX, we provide comprehensive eye exams to detect keratoconus and develop a treatment plan to slow down the progression. You can learn more about keratoconus and its causes below:
What is Keratoconus?
Keratoconus is an eye disease that affects the cornea, which is a clear lens on the front of your eye that protects your retina and iris. When you have keratoconus, the cornea becomes thinner over time and bulges into a cone shape.
Causes of Keratoconus
While the cause of keratoconus is unknow, the disease can occur due to genetics. 10% of people with the disease also have a parent who has the disease. Along with that, eye allergies, inflammation from environmental elements, and frequently rubbing your eyes can also contribute to keratoconus.
Symptoms of Keratoconus
Keratoconus can cause a variety of symptoms, such as blurry or cloudy vision. You may also notice that your vision is declining quickly. As a result, you might need frequent changes to your glasses or contact prescription. The disease can also cause sensitivity to light and make it difficult to drive at night.
Treatment for Keratoconus
When it comes to treatment, there are two paths our optometrist can choose. One path is to prevent the condition from getting worse and the other treatment method is to correct your vision. Depending on the severity of your keratoconus, one or both may be needed.
Slowing Progression of Keratoconus
Cross-linking collagen is usually used to slow down the progression of keratoconus. The collagen helps to strengthen the cornea, which can prevent it from thinning and bulging further. During the procedure, our optometrist will put riboflavin eye drops and then utilize an ultraviolet light to prevent vision loss.
Correcting Vision
To correct your vision, our optometrist will likely prescribe contacts or glasses. We will evaluate your eye health and recommend the treatment that would be best for your condition.
Cornea Transplant
If your keratoconus is severe, you may need a cornea transplant. This procedure may be necessary if you have a lot of bulging or scarring, a new cornea can provide a sharper vision. Our optometrist will replace all or part of your cornea with new tissue from a healthy donor.
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If you have symptoms of keratoconus, let our team at Choice Eyecare in Colony, TX, help. We can provide a diagnosis and a personalized treatment plan to preserve your vision. Contact us at (469) 980-1365 today to learn about our treatments and to schedule your appointment.
LASIK Co-Management
LASIK stands for laser in-situ keratomileusis and is a popular surgery to correct vision problems. LASIK can help people who are nearsighted or farsighted, as well those who have astigmatism.
LASIK works by reshaping the cornea with a laser, which allows light to be correctly focused onto the retina. A laser is used to create a small flap in the cornea, which is peeled back so another laser can reshape the cornea. The flap is then placed back and the surgery is complete.
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Macular Degeneration
Macular degeneration is a deterioration of the central portion of the retina, the inside layer of the eye that records the images we see and sends them through the optic nerve from the eye to the brain for processing. The macula, or the center of the retina, is responsible for focusing central vision in the eye and controls our ability to see and process information.
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Pediatric Eye Exams
Here at Choice Eyecare, we are proud to offer pediatric eye examinations for children ages 6 and over.
Although many schools offer annual eye exams, they are not complete visual exams and the results can be inaccurate. For this reason, you should schedule yearly or bi-yearly examinations to ensure that your child’s eyes are healthy and that he or she can see clearly.
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Sports Vision
Sports Vision training involves high-level eye tracking, depth perception, and hand-eye coordination. Many athletes will practice these exercises to keep their eye health in peak condition.
There are various exercises and specific exams used for Sports Vision testing. Office and field tests can both help determine how your eyes will function beyond the realm of normal activity. We can customize a program to strengthen your vision based on your level of activity.
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Sunglasses
Sunglasses are designed to protect your eyes from sunlight. While all tinted lenses help to protect your eyes from sunlight, some will protect your eyes better than others. Sunglasses with lenses that block ultraviolet sunlight are the best option. Although sunglasses can be expensive, there are many affordable brands that provide great protection from harmful sunlight as well. If you are interested in finding the best brand of sunglasses for your lifestyle, we can help you find them.
We have a variety of options for you to choose from that will comfortably fit your face and let you enjoy the warm weather in style. Prescription lenses can be applied to most sunglasses and we can help you order a specific brand if we don’t have them in the store.
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Surgery Co-Management
If you are interested in laser surgery, we will begin with a comprehensive eye examination, which will let us know more about you and your needs. We may have to perform some testing to properly diagnose your eye conditions. During this time, the surgeon and staff will go over what you can expect before, during and after the procedure; we want to make sure to give you realistic answers for your unique vision.
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Urgent Care
An eye accident, infection, or injury can happen to anyone at any given time. Knowing who to call in the event of an eye accident can save you valuable time in getting the help you need. At Choice Eyecare, we offer emergency eye care treatment to residents in The Colony, TX, and nearby communities.
Situations that Warrant Urgent Eye Care Treatment
There are various situations that warrant an unscheduled trip to an optometrist near you. If you’re experiencing eye pain or visual impairment due to an infection or injury, contact our optometry team immediately. Eye emergencies should be treated promptly to avoid permanent damage to your sight. The following are some common eye problems that require urgent eye care treatment:
- Severe eye infections
- Foreign objects in eyes (pieces of metal, wood or glass)
- Chemical burns from household cleaning products
- Eye trauma that results in a black eye or orbital (eye socket) fracture
- Severe cases of conjunctivitis (pink eye) or red eye from allergies
- Sudden vision loss in one or both eyes
- Abrupt appearance of floaters or flashes of light in your line of sight
Allergies or other eye irritants can lead to problems with pink eye or red eye. If your condition is severe, your optometry specialist can prescribe medication to manage your symptoms. Chemical burns and foreign objects in eyes can be serious, potentially causing damage to your eye and making it more vulnerable to infection. These problems should be treated immediately by your eye doctor before you experience vision loss. The sudden appearance of floaters or light flashes could be a sign of a retinal tear and needs immediate attention.
Symptoms of Serious Eye Conditions
When in doubt, it’s always best to err on the side of caution when it comes to treating eye injuries or conditions. Some problems are more serious than they seem. If you’re experiencing any of the following symptoms, contact your optometrist immediately:
- Severe eye pain that worsens with time
- Eye inflammation and/or bleeding
- Abnormal changes in your eye’s appearance
- Visual impairment after an injury
- Eye redness associated with an infection or injury
- Blurry or double vision after an eye accident
- Severe headaches along with vision loss
Importance of Urgent Eyecare
Vision should never be taken for granted. Left unchecked, eye problems can impact the quality of your vision or lead to permanent vision loss. With prompt treatment, many eye problems can be resolved and your eye health and vision can be restored. You can’t always prevent eye issues from happening, but you can nip them in the bud quicker by seeing your eye doctor without delay.
Contact Choice Eyecare for Urgent Eye Care
For diagnosis and treatment of eye infections, injuries or diseases, contact Choice Eyecare in The Colony, TX, at 469-980-1365.
Orthokeratology
Orthokeratology (or ortho-k for short) is a treatment that eliminates the need to wear eyeglasses or contact lenses during the day by using ortho-k lenses to reshape your eye while you sleep. Dr. Charleen Choi of Choice Eyecare is a licensed optometrist in The Colony, TX, who can determine whether an orthokeratology lens is right for you.
Ortho-K Contacts Provide Non-surgical Vision Correction
Orthokeratology is a safe and effective non-surgical vision correction method to correct myopia (nearsightedness), hyperopia (farsightedness), and astigmatism. Orthokeratology lenses offer an attractive alternative for those who don’t want the risks associated with surgery or aren’t ready for it yet.
Corneal reshaping is a new vision correction technique in optometry that teaches the eye to focus light more effectively on the retina. This revolutionary vision correction method utilizes CRT lenses, allowing patients to enjoy all-day clarity without needing glasses or traditional contact lenses.
Ortho-k lenses provide reversible vision correction by wearing special gas-permeable contact lenses while you sleep, gradually changing the shape of your eye overnight. Orthokeratology lenses should be worn during sleep to achieve these results.
An Ortho-K Lens Is an Excellent Alternative to LASIK
While LASIK is one of the most widely-used laser eye surgeries in optometry, it is not always an option.
Thus, ortho-k may be suitable for individuals whose thin corneas prevent them from having LASIK due to other medical reasons. In such cases, ortho-k contacts might be the best option in The Colony, TX.
Orthokeratology Lenses Are Safe
Ortho-k is safe for most individuals, including infants, children, and adults. However, it’s essential to recognize that this treatment may not suit everyone; consulting an optometrist will help determine if you qualify to use an orthokeratology lens.
Ortho-k is a secure and reliable vision correction method suitable for those who want to do without eyeglasses or contact lenses during the day. Additionally, it’s an attractive option for those who do not wish to undergo laser vision correction surgery.
Furthermore, ortho-k has been scientifically proven to slow myopia progression in children with progressive myopia, potentially decreasing their risk for eye diseases in the future.
The Lenses Are Effective
In most cases, full recovery from treatment can be accomplished within a few days or weeks after beginning the ortho-k lens regimen.
However, the success of ortho-k depends heavily on the patient’s sensitivity and willingness to wear their ortho-k contacts consistently. In addition, it requires more time-consuming steps than fitting regular contact lenses, requiring multiple optometrist visits.
Quality Vision Care from Our Optometrist
Call Choice Eyecare at (469) 980-1365 to schedule your appointment with Dr. Choi in The Colony, TX, to determine if CRT lenses are your best option.
Eye Allergies
You may experience eye allergies when your body’s immune system overreacts to substances in the environment that typically don’t bother most people. This condition is quite common, affecting about 40% of the American population. An allergic reaction occurs when an allergen attaches to an antibody on the mast cells in your eyes. These cells then respond by producing histamine, causing blood vessels to leak and making your eyes red and itchy. If you notice the first signs of this issue, seeking urgent care at Choice Eyecare in The Colony can help you recover quickly.
Common Eye Allergies Requiring Urgent Care
Eye allergies come in different types, and determining which one you’re suffering from requires a professional eye examination by an experienced optometrist. Here are a few allergies that we diagnose at our hospital:
Seasonal/Perennial Allergic Conjunctivitis
This allergic condition occurs due to exposure to airborne allergens such as dander and pollen. Symptoms of eye allergies associated with this condition include excessive tear production leading to eye discharge, redness, and the development of dark circles under the eyes. Seeking prompt eye allergy treatment from our optometrist is crucial, as it reduces itching that might otherwise lead to an eye infection.
Vernal Keratoconjunctivitis
Vernal Keratoconjunctivitis is a more severe eye allergy than seasonal allergic conjunctivitis, affecting young boys and often improving around puberty. While it can occur throughout the year, symptoms worsen seasonally. Common symptoms include the production of thick mucus, a foreign body sensation in the eye, and itching. Timely treatment for this condition is essential because it can lead to impaired vision if left untreated.
Atopic Keratoconjunctivitis
This allergy primarily affects men with a history of allergic rhinitis or asthma. Symptoms of this condition include redness, a burning sensation, and severe itching. Some people with this condition may produce mucus that causes the eyelid to stick after sleeping. Prompt treatment of atopic keratoconjunctivitis is vital to prevent scarring of the cornea and its membrane.
Eye Allergy Treatment Options
Our eye care services encompass the treatment of various eye allergic conditions based on the causes and symptoms. For example, if you have a pollen allergy, we may prescribe antihistamine drops to block the compounds responsible for your allergic symptoms.
If your eye allergy presents with signs of infection, we may prescribe a combination of steroids, antihistamines, and antibiotic drops. For mild allergic cases causing itchy eyes, we usually recommend oral antihistamines. However, in instances where medication and eye drops fail to alleviate your eye allergy symptoms, our optometrist may suggest immunotherapy shots.
Relief From Your Eye Allergy Symptoms
When you’re distressed due to irritation and itchiness caused by eye allergies, our team at Choice Eyecare in The Colony can provide comprehensive treatment, including an effective eye allergy prescription to help you recover quickly. Are you looking for an eye doctor near me? Schedule an appointment with our qualified optometry professional to find relief from your eye allergy.
Pink Eye
You have probably heard of pink eye or even had it before. Most people get it at some point. But what is pink eye and how can an optometrist help you treat it? Read on to learn more about pink eye and how it is treated.
What is Pink Eye?
Pink eye, also known as conjunctivitis, is a common eye infection that most people experience at some point in their lives. While it is usually not serious, pink eye can be extremely uncomfortable and needs prompt treatment to avoid developing complications. You should contact our doctor if your eyes are red and swollen, producing pus, or if they are itchy and painful or sensitive to light.
How is Pink Eye Diagnosed?
Our optometry specialist will likely begin by asking you questions about your health. This is to assess whether the infection has occurred because of exposure to an allergen or is the result of a virus. In some cases, our optometrist may take a fluid sample from your eye for laboratory testing.
How is Pink Eye Treated?
Conjunctivitis treatment is fairly straightforward and usually involves a regimen of antibiotic eyedrops. Our optometrist will instruct you on how to apply the eyedrops to help them work most effectively. Mild cases of pink eye may not need any treatment and will clear up on their own. However, antibiotics can help reduce your discomfort, promote healing, and reduce the chances of you spreading the infection to others.
Pink eye treatment usually depends on whether your infection is bacterial or viral. Viral conjunctivitis is usually mild and corrects on its own. Our doctor will likely run tests to assess what type of pinkeye you have. You may also be prescribed antibiotics if your infected eye is producing pus or if you have a compromised immune system.
Getting Screened For Pink Eye in The Colony, TX
If you are concerned that you or your child may have pinkeye, it is important to make a prompt appointment with your optometrist. This will not only keep you safe but also provide you with quick relief and avoid spreading the infection to others. Our top-rated optometry services in The Colony, Texas, are ready to help you stay safe and comfortable when it comes to conjunctivitis. To make an appointment, contact us on our website or over the phone by calling (469) 980-1365.