Cataract Surgery & Vision Restoration
When a cataract surgery is performed, there is a very slim possibility that the patient may lose some or most of their ability to see. There are several methods of restoring vision post-surgery, with IOLs or Intraocular lenses being the standard choice nowadays. IOLs are designed to replace three major functions performed by the natural […]
Recovery after Cataract Surgery
If you are considering cataract surgery, you will be glad to know that the recovery process after the surgery is brief. Cataract surgery is considered to be one of the simplest surgeries performed. In fact, the surgery takes only about 10 minutes to complete. However, since you may be sedated, you will have to rest […]
What You Should Know about Cataracts
Cataracts are cloudy areas on the lens of the eye and cause impaired vision. About half of all Americans of age 65 and older are reported to have cataracts. Cataracts are a result of protein buildup in the lens. These proteins create a cloudy patch and prevent light from entering unobstructed, through the lens and […]
IOL Implants after Cataract Surgery
Before the development of Intraocular Lenses or IOLs, people were prescribed with special types of contact lenses or thick eyeglasses so that they can see after the surgical removal of cataracts. Now, cataract patients have several types of IOLs to choose from after surgery. Just like the lens of the eye, an IOL serves its […]
Introducing Tear Lab
TearLab is the single most accurate and objective test for diagnosing Dry Eye Disease. TearLab generates an Osmolarity number, which provides significant information to your Doctor. With its objective, quantitative endpoint TearLab Osmolarity correlates to increasing disease severity, and enables your Doctor to monitor your response to treatment. The test is fast, easy, and accurate […]
We’ll Be At Port St. Lucie’s Health Fair September 21st
Look for the Benaim Eyeteam at the upcoming fair – you can learn all about modern lens solutions for cataracts and low vision. Talk to the experts and lets get you started on the road to clear vision… Contact our team to learn more.
Dr. Benaim is newly appointed to the Corporate Board of Jupiter Medical Center
Dr. Benaim is newly appointed to the Corporate Board of Jupiter Medical Center The non-profit community hospital, Jupiter Medical Center, is the foremost medical institution in Northern Palm Beach County. The hospital is a full service facility with the only emergency room in Jupiter. The CEO of the hospital, Paul Dell Uomo, and the Chairman […]
Protect your Eyes from harmful UV rays
Question: Can UV rays damage your eyes? Answer: Yes. The UV-A rays can harm your central vision. It can damage the macula a part of the retina at the back of the eye. The UV-B rays can harm the cornea and the lens of the front of the eye. Over time, the effects of UV […]
Bruising on my eye!
I woke up this morning and it looks like my eye is bleeding what is going on? A sub-conjunctival hemorrhage is similar to a bruise on the skin- it is like a “bruise” on the eye. It normally appears as a single, concentrated spot of red or many diffuse red splotches, on the white of […]
What does it mean to have conjunctivitis?
I was told that I have conjunctivitis what does this mean? Conjunctivitis is most commonly referred to as “red” or “pink” eye. The conjunctiva, which contains tiny blood vessels, produces mucus to coat and lubricate the surface of your eye. When the conjunctiva becomes irritated or inflamed, the blood vessels become larger and more prominent, […]
