Wilmette Eye Doctor

Did you know that glaucoma is one of the leading causes of blindness in adults? Glaucoma is actually not one disease, but a group of related eye conditions that are typically caused by an increase in intraocular pressure. Unfortunately, the most common type of glaucoma, which is called “open angle glaucoma,” usually does not present any symptoms until it has already advanced significantly. That is why it is so important to have your eyes examined regularly by our Wilmette eye doctor at Visual Eyes, especially if you are at a greater risk for developing glaucoma. The most prominent risk factors when it comes to glaucoma include age, race, an increased intraocular pressure, having a family history of developing glaucoma, and having systemic health issues like diabetes. During your regular eye exams at Visual Eyes, we will administer a glaucoma screening which includes checking your intraocular pressure for any abnormalities.

Wilmette Eye Exams

Regular testing is also important because early detection of glaucoma is the best way to make your treatment as effective as possible and to have a better chance of preserving your vision. If you are diagnosed with glaucoma, our Wilmette eye doctor and the rest of the staff at Visual Eyes will be here for you every step of the way. The most common treatment that we provide for glaucoma is special eye drops, but surgical methods can also be used for treatment and have proven to be quite effective.

To learn more about glaucoma and the other common eye issues that we treat at Visual Eyes, along with the various products and services available to you at our facility, we invite you to browse through our website where you can find additional information. If you have any specific questions or concerns that we can help you with, we would love to hear from you. Feel free to give us a call or stop by during our regular office hours, or to send us a message using the Contact Us form located on our website. Our Wilmette eye doctor and the rest of the staff here are looking forward to your next visit with us Visual Eyes.

Wilmette Optometrist
504 Main St.
Evanston, IL 60202
(847) 869-2020

1725 Sherman St.
Evanston, IL 60201
(847) 213-9189

By Evanston Eyecare

July 16, 2013