Corneal Disease Center - Paterson, NJ
Paterson Eye Doctor Doctors for Corneal DiseaseType of Physician: Eye Doctor What is a Eye Doctor? A certification by the Board of Ophthalmology; practitioners provide comprehensive eye and vision care. They are trained to diagnose, monitor and medically or surgically treat all eyelid and orbital problems affecting the eye and visual pathways, and to diagnose, monitor and treat all eye and visual disorders. They often prescribe vision services (glasses and contact lenses) as well as serve as a consultant to physicians and other professionals. Specialty: Ophthalmology Common Name: Eye Doctor Eye Doctor Doctors in Paterson * Paterson Eye Associates  Paterson Eye Associates  Paterson Eye Associates  Brar Parekh Eye Associates  Brar Parekh Eye Associates  Brar Parekh Eye Associates  Alden Leifer MD & Aviva Distenfeld OD  Advanced Eye Care Ctr  Giliberti Eye & Laser Center  Brar Parekh Eye Associates  Advanced Eye Care Ctr  Eye Care Associates Of New Jersey PA  Eye Care Associates Of New Jersey PA  Frederic Newman MD  Richard N Palu MD  Sebrow Laser Vision  Bradley D Geller MD FAAO PA  Clifton Eye Care  Clifton Eye Care  Clifton Eye Care  Clifton Eye Care  Clifton Eye Care  Michael L Mund MD PA  Vitreo-Retinal Asociates of New Jersey  Donald H Green MD  Glenn W Jelks MD  Thomas Obrotka MD  Eye Institute of Wayne  Eye Institute of Wayne  Eye Institute of Wayne  Patrick T Clancy MD PA  Mike Miron MD  Patrick T Clancy MD PA  New Jersey Vision Associates  Winfield Medical Eye Center  Retina Associates of NJ PA  Vitreo-Retinal Asociates of New Jersey  Retina Associates of NJ PA  Retina Associates of NJ PA  Retina Associates of NJ PA  Vitreo-Retinal Asociates of New Jersey  Retina Associates of NJ PA  Retina Associates of NJ PA  Retina Associates of NJ PA  Retina Associates of NJ PA  Retina Associates of NJ PA  Boyd H Seidenberg MD PA  Keith Seidenberg MD LLC  Pediatric Ophthalmology of NJ  Silverstein Ophthalmology  Silverstein Ophthalmology  Charles Tsakrios MD  Pediatric Ophthalmology of NJ  Silodor Eye Associates  Lynda A Youngworth MD  Norbert Schachter MD  Melanie Sinatra MD  Herbert L Glatt MD  Ridgewood Ophthalmology PC  Retina Consultants  Joel E Kopelman MD  Norden Laser Eye Associates  Ligaya Prystowsky MD  Ridgewood Ophthalmology PC  Ridgewood Ophthalmology PC  Retina Consultants  Essex Eye Physicians LLC  Essex Eye Physicians LLC  Integrated Healthcare Associates  Seth Sachs MD  Omni Eye Services  Lorraine J Brancato MD  Glaucoma Center of New Jersey  Liva Eye Center  Almerindo G Portfolio Jr. MD  Patricia A Burke MD  The Eye Care Center of New Jersey  The Eye Care Center of New Jersey  The Eye Care Center of New Jersey  Deanna Z Macek MD  Joseph A Deluca MD PC  Ophthalmology of Montclair LLC  Murray H Rothman MD  Summit Eye Center  Bessie Chiang MD  Eye Institute of Essex PA  Eye Institute of Essex PA  Lawrence Davidson MD  Glaucoma Institute of Northern New Jersey  Hackensack Eye Surgery  Carl Guterman MD  Diane M Hillal Campo MD  Anthony D'Amato MD  Metropolitan Eye Care  Eugene A Chiappetta MD  Martin F Schulman MD  Glenn Silbert MD  Mark S Goldfarb MD & Associates  Mark S Goldfarb MD & Associates  James A Parisi MD Paterson, New JerseyUpcoming Local Events2012-06-02
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Corneal DiseaseRead the Corneal Disease article » IntroductionIf your cornea becomes damaged through disease, infection, or injury, the resulting scars can interfere with vision by blocking or distorting light as it enters the eye. The cornea is the clear, protective outer layer of the eye. Along with the sclera (white of the eye), it serves as a barrier against dirt, germs, and other particles that can harm the eye's delicate components. The cornea is also capable of filtering out some amounts of the sun's ultraviolet light. The cornea also plays a key role in vision. As light enters the eye, it is refracted, or bent, by the outside shape of the cornea. The curvature of this outer layer helps determine how well your eye can focus on objects close-up and far away. There are three main layers of the cornea:
The term "corneal disease" refers to a variety of conditions that affect mainly the cornea. These include infections, degenerations, and many other disorders of the cornea that may arise mostly as a result of heredity. What Are Symptoms When Something is Wrong With the Cornea? With its ability for quick repair, the cor... Recommended Reading Related to Corneal DiseaseWhat is the structure of the eye?The eyes are complex sensory organs. About 85% of the total sensory input to our brains originates from our sense of sight, while the other 15% comes from the other four senses of hearing, smell, touch, and taste. The eyes are designed to optimize vision under conditions of varying light. Their location, on the outside of the face, makes them susceptible to trauma, environmental chemicals and particles, and infectious agents. The eyelids and the position of the eye within the bony orbital cavity are the major protective mechanism for the eye. The eye itself has the shape of a sphere measuring about 1 inch in diameter. It consists of a clear, transparent dome at the front (the cornea) that is surrounded by the white of the eyeball (the sclera). The iris of the eye is the circular, colored portion within the eye, and behind the cornea, and the pupil is the central opening within the iris. Behind the iris and pupil is the e... Other Related Corneal Disease ArticlesEmergency Contact for Paterson
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Dry Eyes
- Dry eyes are caused by an imbalance in the tear-flow system of the eye, but also can be caused by the drying out of the tear film. This can be due to dry air created by air conditioning, heat, or other environmental conditions. Treatment may involve self-care measures, medications, or rarely, surgery.
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Eye Care
- Many common eye disorders resolve without treatment and some may be managed with over-the-counter (OTC) products. It's important to visit a physician or ophthalmologist is the problem involves the eyeball itself or the condition hasn't improved after 72 hours of use of an eye-care OTC product.
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Keratoconus
- Keratoconus is a condition in which the cornea bulges outward like a cone. The cause of the condition is unknown, but genetics may play a role. Changes in the shape of the cornea make it difficult for the eyes to focus. Keratoconus is diagnosed by having an eye exam. Treatment involves wearing glasses or contact lenses.
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