Myopia (nearsightedness) affects a quarter of the worlds population. It has increased by 66% in the US since 1971. When a patient is nearsighted they have trouble seeing objects far away. Uncorrected or undiagnosed nearsightedness can cause a host of problems for children and adults. Some of the most common symptoms are headaches, blurry vision, […]
Do you currently suffer from Keratoconus and think that your current contacts give you the best possible vision with the best comfort? Have you had refractive surgery and now suffer from irregular astigmatism and reduced vision? If you haven’t tried the new Europa Scleral contact lens or the Synergeyes Hybrid contact lens then give […]
Ortho-K and Corneal Refractive Therapy at CatinoEyeCare to correct Myopia while you sleep: The prevalence of myopia has increased in the United States by 66% over the past 40 years. Typically myopia (nearsightedness) is corrected with glasses, contacts or surgery. At CatinoEyeCare in Wilmington, NC our doctors are part of an elite worldwide group of […]
CatinoEyeCare is one of the first offices in Wilmington, NC to offer the new Acuvue Oasys 1 Day contact lens. We have started fitting the lens with excellent feedback from our patients. Dr. Gilbert Catino was able to train in Jacksonville, FL at Johnson and Johnson Eye Care to learn about this new and exciting lens. […]