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What Is Ptosis? How Drooping Eyelids Can Block Your Vision
Ptosis is a condition in which the upper eyelid sits lower than usual. It can affect one or both eyes and range from barely noticeable to low enough to block part of your vision. If a drooping eyelid is new, worsening, or interfering with daily activities,...
Early Signs of Cataracts You Might Mistake for Normal Aging
It might start with something small, like squinting a little more while reading a book at night or noticing that street signs are harder to read when you’re driving after dark. Maybe you’ve even cleaned your glasses a few extra times, thinking that...
In-House Optical Lab: Faster, Customized Eyewear & Better Patient Experience
If you’ve ever had a comprehensive eye exam, you know it can sometimes take a moment before you’re wearing your brand-new frames. You’re ready to see clearly again, but your daily life doesn’t pause while your new glasses are being made. That’s why an in-house optical...
Why Annual Eye Exams Are Critical for People with Diabetes
An annual comprehensive eye exam isn’t just about updating your glasses. It’s an important part of medical eye care that can protect your vision long-term. Because diabetes can affect the tiny blood vessels and nerves inside your eyes without...
How to Prevent Glaucoma with Early Detection and Treatment
Glaucoma is often called the “silent thief of sight” because it can progress without obvious symptoms. You might think your vision is fine, but underlying changes to the optic nerve can be occurring. Seeking glaucoma treatment in Lakeport early can protect your...
What Do Diabetic Eyes Look Like?
Managing diabetes involves more than monitoring blood sugar. High blood sugar levels can affect your eyes, sometimes with little warning. At Konocti View Optometry, we offer diabetic eye exams in Lakeport to detect early signs of vision changes and prevent...
What Are the Early Signs of Glaucoma?
Glaucoma is often called the "silent thief of sight" because it can develop gradually without obvious symptoms until significant vision loss occurs.¹ That’s why early detection and treatment are crucial. At Konocti View Optometry, we offer advanced glaucoma treatment...
Can an Eye Doctor Tell If You Have Diabetes?
Most people think of eye exams as a way to check if they need glasses or contact lenses, but they can actually reveal much more. Your eyes are one of the only places in the body where a doctor can see blood vessels directly, which means they can offer important clues...
ERG in Preferred Practice Guidelines for Diabetic Retinopathy
We have exciting news to share! Electroretinography (ERG) has been recognized as an essential tool for detecting and managing diabetic retinopathy. The American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) recently updated its Preferred Practice Pattern Guidelines for 2024,...
Finding the Best Eye Doctor for Glaucoma Near You
Glaucoma is a serious eye condition that can lead to vision loss if left untreated. Because it develops gradually and often without noticeable symptoms, only an optometrist can detect the early signs of glaucoma during a comprehensive eye exam. If you've been...