Should I Get Corrective Eye Surgery? with Dr. Sheri Rowen | Care Experts by CareCredit

Eyes feeling tired? Thinking about corrective eye surgery? 👁️ In this week’s Care Experts podcast, hear practical vision tips from Dr. Sheri Rowen, who has pioneered cataract surgery: www.podbean.co...
It’s no surprise that our screens are doing our eyes a disservice. Dr. Rowen explains that screens actually reduce how often we blink, stopping our eyes from getting lubricated from oils secreted by our eye glands.
💡 Break your screen hypnosis with the 20-20-20 rule! Every 20 minutes, look 20 feet away for at least 20 seconds. Blink thoroughly! This can reduce both eye dryness and the deterioration of your eyes to develop nearsightedness.
And if you’ve been considering corrective vision surgery, you’re in luck. Dr. Rowen explains several types of lens implants: the intraocular lens (IOL), refractive lens exchange (RLE), toric lens, and multifocal lens. Different lenses would be recommended based on your eye measurements and underlying conditions.
She also covers topics like blue light exposure, the connection between thyroid health and eye health, and even how makeup can impact our eyes.
Be sure to stay ‘til the end for Ask the Experts, where we cover your questions, like: What are the long-term considerations of getting LASIK?
Show Notes:
0:00 - Episode sneak peek: developments in vision correction that have helped accessibility.
0:31 - Hosts Melissa and Selah introduce the Care Experts podcast, where you can get the inside scoop on health, wellness, and self-care.
1:09 - Exploring today’s topic: vision correction.
3:28 - Introducing today’s special guest, LASIK and Cataract Surgeon Dr. Sheri Rowen!
3:43 - What are some signs that vision correction is the right step for you? What are the first steps of treatment?
6:15 - Why is it possible to have dry eye without noticing?
8:27 - What are some of the effects of screentime on the eyes, especially for children?
11:21 - Is it recommended for children to wear blue light glasses?
12:26 - What are IOLs?
13:19 - What does RLE stand for?
14:06 - The different types of IOLs.
18:36 - The 20, 20, 20 rule and how it helps your eyes.
19:46 - Considering the cost of vision corrective surgery.
21:42 - Time for Care Experts, a segment where listeners can submit questions for the expert.
22:08 - Is there an impact on eye health long-term after getting vision correction surgery?
25:02 - Common questions about ICLs and RLEs.
28:30 - Other factors that may affect women’s eye health.
31:22 - Conclusion.
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