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- Written by Dover Eye Care
Despite requests that patients bring their current glasses to their office visit, many show up without them.
Sometimes it’s an oversight: “I was rushing to get here and forgot them”; “I left them in the car”; “I picked up my wife’s glasses...
Read more: Why You Need to Bring Your Current Glasses Even if You Hate Them
- Written by Dover Eye Care
We are frequently asked if it’s wise to have cataract surgery if you have Macular Degeneration.
Let’s start with some background.
- Cataracts and Age-related Macular Degeneration (AMD) are both leading causes of visual impairment in the...
Read more: Can I Have Cataract Surgery if I Have Macular Degeneration?
