Cataract surgery often takes 30-45 minutes. It is done under local anesthesia, and you can go home the same day. You should be able to see things in focus, differentiate colors, and look into bright lights within hours of the surgery.

Studies indicate that more people will be diagnosed with cataracts in one or both eyes by age 80.

Dry eye disease or simply DED is an illness that can lead to chronic ocular surface dysfunction due to tear film instability, hyperosmolarity, chronic inflammation, and neurosensory abnormalities. 

Seven things to avoid after cataract surgery and symptoms to watch for.

There are many methods available to correct eyelid maladies ranging from non-invasive to full-on surgical. Which one is right for you?

There are many methods available to correct eyelid maladies ranging from non-invasive to full-on surgical. Which one is right for you?

Following the removal of a cataract from the retina, intraocular lenses (IOL) are implanted in place of the natural lens. Intraocular lenses vary by type and are prescribed based on eye condition.

Upneeq® has received FDA approval to be safe and effective in the treatment of a condition called low-lying lids, or acquired ptosis.

Cataracts affect each person differently, and you may only want to undergo the procedure if cataracts are interfering with your daily life.

People who experience cataracts, or a clouding of the lens, often undergo cataract to correct it. During this procedure, the surgeon removes the clouded natural lens and replaces it with an artificial lens. For most people, cataract surgery is a success and fully restores their vision to what it once was. Some people, however, experience side effects, including floaters.

More than 3 million Americans live with glaucoma, making it one of the most dangerous eye diseases currently facing our country. Left unchecked, its results can be devastating, often leading to permanent blindness.

Diabetes is a disease that occurs when the blood glucose, or blood sugar, is too high in an individual. The effects of diabetes can vary from an increased risk of heart disease to visionary impairment.

Even when we are not crying, our eyes are still full of tears. Tears are a delicate mixture of mucus and oils and water, and when that balance is disrupted, there is decreased tear production.

Dr. Clary has been voted one of the best ophthalmologists in the Columbia area by readers of Columbia Metropolitan Magazine.

For eye clinic patients in Columbia, S.C., Visian ICL is the latest in vision correction procedures. Known as the Implantable Collamer Lens.

Photorefractive Keratectomy (PRK) is an outpatient elective procedure that improves vision and can eliminate or reduce the need for contact lenses or eyeglasses.

Dr. Clary has been voted one of the best ophthalmologists in the Columbia area by readers of Columbia Metropolitan Magazine.

September is Healthy Aging Month, a month set aside to focus on the importance of prioritizing our health and well-being as we age. The American Academy of Ophthalmology celebrates Healthy Aging Month by raising awareness of the signs and symptoms of age-related vision loss and the steps to help senior adults care for their sight.

More than 22.3 million Americans have cataracts. Chances are, you or someone you know ​has been affected by cataracts. Here are some common myths about cataracts and what you need to know.

June is Cataract Awareness Month. Here are 7 facts you should know about cataracts.

As we age, our eyes change and become more prone to develop eye conditions that can cause your vision to diminish and may even lead to total vision loss. Routine eye exams are the best way to protect your vision, but it’s also important to know the warning signs of eye problems so you can receive treatment right away and prevent permanent vision loss.

Recently, University of Oxford surgeons performed the world’s first operation inside the eye using a robot. Learn more about robotics as the future of eye surgery.

The Eye Center strives to be on the leading edge of technology for LASIK and cataract patients. Recently, our own Dr. Brian Huff is the first doctor in South Carolina to implant the new TECNIS® Symfony IOL as a lens replacement option for cataract surgery patients.

Are you considering cataract surgery? Three things you should know.

Did you know cataracts are one of the leading causes of blindness in America? June is Cataract Awareness Month. Find out what you need to know about cataracts and treatment.

Keep your eyes healthy and your vision strong with these tips.

As we age, our vision naturally declines, affecting every aspect of life. Declining eyesight can make driving more difficult. Stay safe behind the wheel with these tips.

Patients who suffer from the gradually declining sight due to the development of cataracts find surgery offers them a viable way to regain vision.

Cataract surgery has come a very long way in recent years with many people finding they can leave their glasses behind after a successful operation.

Cataracts are a common occurrence as people age. When the eye’s lens begins to cloud over, impacting vision, there is a fast, simple solution that can restore vision without dramatically impacting life in the process.

Perhaps one of the most annoying of the bunch is a gradual loss or clouding over of sight that many people begin to experience as they age.

Should cloudy vision be a concern, make an appointment with an eye doctor right away. There’s no reason to suffer through as a cataract becomes progressively worse.

Cataracts don’t need to continue to compromise your vision. Cataract surgery offers a fast, comfortable method for improving eyesight.