Dr. Strong's Journal
Welcome to Strong Eye Care’s new website! We are excited to be able to share information about our practice, as well as information on eye health issues. Under Eye Care Information you will find descriptions of many common eye problems. Of course this is not meant to be specific medical advice, which can only come from a doctor-patient relationship. However we hope that this information is helpful to understand your eye health.
At Strong Eye Care, keeping patients informed and educated about their eye health is a priority. As part of this commitment, Dr. Strong will post updates in this journal on the latest news in eye health, treatments, and research. Check back often for updates!
Online Reviews
Written by Bradley Strong, M.D. Friday, 11 May 2012 19:52
Myself and the entire staff here at Strong Eye Care are committed to compassionate, quality care. We are thrilled to read that our patients feel that we are meeting that commitment.
Please take a moment to read our reviews under Strong Eye Care on yelp.com and local.google.com. Also look under Bradley Strong, M.D. in the Dallas 'eye doctor' section on the online appointment scheduling website zocdoc.com. Click the links below to see our specific reviews:
These are anonymous, unsolicited, and unedited reviews from our patients. If you are a patient, please feel free to offer your opinions as well.
ZocDoc.com
Written by Bradley Strong, M.D. Friday, 21 January 2011 04:30
We are excited to partner with Zocdoc.com to offer online appointment booking. On our home page you will find a button to click for appointments. This service is provided by Zocdoc.com, the fast growing online resource for quickly finding doctors and instantly making an appointment. We are committed to providing excellent care, hopefully now more convenient.
High Definition Eye Imaging
Written by Bradley Strong, M.D. Wednesday, 15 September 2010 22:42
We are excited to offer cutting edge imaging technology in our office. With the addition of the Cirrus OCT (ocular coherence tomography) device manufactured by Carl Zeiss, it is now possible to view and measure the intricate structures of the eye. The test is brief, usually only taking 5-10 minutes, and is non-contact, so there is no discomfort.
Using light, the device is able to take high definition images of the retina, optic nerve, and cornea. This can be useful to diagnose and follow diseases such as macular degeneration, glaucoma, and diabetic retinopathy. The high resolution images allow very detailed and even 3D views of the eye, which can in turn allow earlier diagnosis of these potentially very serious eye conditions. This newest generation of OCT device is much quicker, acquiring 27,000 measurements at a time, compared to 400 for the previous generation.
The OCT will be particularly useful for glaucoma, as it can detect early signs of glaucoma well before traditional exams. As you can read about on the “Eye Care Information” page, glaucoma causes nerve damage in the eye. The Cirrus OCT takes high resolution measurements of the optic nerve to detect any loss of nerve tissue. For existing glaucoma patients, we typically repeat the test annually to detect any sign of disease progression, and initiate appropriate treatment.
Again we are very excited to offer this cutting edge technology to our patients, right here in the office. I believe that it will allow better management of glaucoma, macular degeneration, and diabetic eye disease, among other problems. This is part of our commitment to providing compassionate, quality eye care with the best that medical science has to offer.
Cataract Measurements, Now More Precise
Written by Bradley Strong, M.D. Tuesday, 29 June 2010 21:48
Cataract surgery involves removing the cloudy lens from the eye and replacing it with a new artificial lens implant. With this lens implant, or IOL, a patient’s need for glasses can usually be reduced or even eliminated after surgery. Calculation of the appropriate lens strength depends on various measurements of the eye, especially the length of the eye and the curvature of the cornea. It is critical to have these measurements as accurate as possible.
At Strong Eye Care, we have recently upgraded to the new Carl Zeiss IOL Master. This device uses a light beam to obtain the required eye measurements for surgery planning. Compared to previous technology, the IOL Master allows greater accuracy and patient comfort. This equipment investment is just part of our commitment to deliver excellent care.
‘Premium’ Lens Implants
Written by Bradely Strong, M.D. Wednesday, 05 May 2010 16:52
Cataract surgery involves removing the cloudy lens of the eye, and replacing it with an artificial lens. A standard artificial lens has only one point of focus, either near or far. This means that patients typically need glasses after surgery for either reading or distance. If they have astigmatism, they often need bifocals.
Over the last several years, several new lens options have become available to reduce the need for glasses. There are ‘toric’ lenses for astigmatism, and ‘presbyopia correcting’ lenses to help with reading vision. These can allow patients to become less dependent on glasses after surgery, and some patients never use glasses. This can be a benefit to cataract patients who do not like to wear glasses. The lenses are called ‘premium’ because they typically are not covered by insurance.
However these lenses are not appropriate for every patient. In addition they each have their specific strengths and drawbacks. Some lenses are more prone to causing glare and decreased night vision, while others may not give as strong of reading vision, to list a few. Unfortunately due to the unpredictable way each person responds to surgery and heals, it is not possible for any surgeon to guarantee glasses will not be needed.
There are now many lens options available for cataract patients, some with the potential to reduce the need for glasses after surgery. If considering these ‘premium’ lenses, make sure to have a thorough discussion with your surgeon so that together you can make an informed decision on the best choice for you.
