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Carolinas Center for Sight
in Cataract Surgery
Dr. Samuel Seltzer has performed cataract surgery more than 50,000 times. “And counting,” said the ophthalmologist who practices at Carolinas Centers for Sight, P.C. Adhering to writer Malcolm Gladwell’s theory of skill perfection requiring 10,000 hours of practice, Seltzer said surgery is a skill that he’s enjoyed honing over a 30-year career. With recent technological […]
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Carolinas Center for Sight
in Eye Health
Every meal we eat is an opportunity to fuel our bodies with nutrient-dense food that aids in our overall well-being. Whether each bite is rich in protein for building strong muscles or includes healthy fats for decreasing the risk of heart disease, all parts of our bodies can benefit from certain foods. As we get […]
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Carolinas Center for Sight
in Dry Eye Treatment
If you’ve ever experienced a heavy feeling in your eyes, have found them to be excessively watery, or conversely deal with dryness and itching all day long, you might be ready to scream. Our eyes are incredibly sensitive, and even the slightest issue outside of the norm can cause a plethora of concerns. For individuals […]
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Carolinas Center for Sight
in Ophthalmologist
Deciding who we visit for our medical care is an important process, and while we may be able to make arbitrary selections about what we watch on television or where we eat dinner out, selecting an eye doctor should be a task that includes research and thoughtful consideration. If you’re looking for a new eye […]
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Carolinas Center for Sight
in Eye Health
Sometimes the perfect meal deserves a glass of wine, and a special occasion or weekend trip might involve some of your favorite cocktails or champagne. While drinking alcohol every so often may lead to a slower pupil reaction, eye twitching, or can further encourage dry eye symptoms, it can be a relatively harmless social activity. […]
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Carolinas Center for Sight
in Eye Health
It’s been ingrained in our minds from a young age that smoking is a major health concern and should be avoided at all costs. Yet for those who smoke on a regular basis, quitting is so much easier said than done. Your friends and family may have wanted you to quit for a long time, […]
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Carolinas Center for Sight
in Cataract Surgery
For Successful Cataract Surgery, One Specific Lens Stands Above the Rest If the idea of needing to undergo cataract surgery for one or both of your eyes brings up a lot of questions, you can rest assured that the technology used to improve your vision has grown by leaps and bounds in recent years. Working […]
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Carolinas Center for Sight
in Uncategorized
In years past, the idea of cataract surgery was one that only seemed appropriate during the later stages in life. Everyone will end up developing cataracts, and since they get worse and obstruct your vision as you age, it makes sense that patients would typically undergo surgery after the age of 70 or so. However, […]
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Carolinas Center for Sight
in Cataract Surgery
Like with most surgeries, the intent of cataract surgery is to remove a part of your body that’s no longer functioning as it should. The natural lens is a part of your eye that helps you to see clearly at all distances. As we age, our natural lens becomes hardened and opaque, making it difficult […]
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Carolinas Center for Sight
in Cataract Surgery
Learn more about cataracts, the causes of cataracts, what to expect before and after surgery, and about the cataract surgery procedure with this infographic. Click here to view the PDF version.
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