COVID-19 Update

At Giliberti Eye and Laser Center, we care deeply about the safety and well-being of our patients, visitors, physicians, and employees during this current global pandemic. Due to the widespread outbreak of the Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) that causes coronavirus disease (COVID-19), the office is continuing to closely monitor and follow the most up-to-date guidance from organizations such as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), American College of Surgeons (ACS), New Jersey Department of Public Health, and the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO).

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‘No-Cut’ Laser Vision Correction Procedure at Giliberti Eye and Laser Center

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Did You Know?

At Giliberti Eye and Laser Center, we offer our patients a no-cut laser vision correction procedure, known as Photorefractive Keratectomy, or PRK! This type of procedure does not involve cutting a flap in the cornea, which is the method used during LASIK. During the PRK procedure, a surgical brush is used to gently remove the outermost layer of cells on your cornea, called the epithelium. This prepares the area for laser treatment! ^[2] [Read more…]

October

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October is Halloween Eye Safety Month!

With Halloween soon upon us, it is not only important to remember safety while trick-or-treating, but also while planning the perfect costume! Decorative lenses are often times especially appealing during Halloween because they can change the appearance of the eyes. Although decorative lenses may seem “cool,” they are not fashion accessories or makeup, and are still considered medical devices that are regulated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). ^[1][5] In observation of Halloween Eye Safety this October, remember to talk to your ophthalmologist if you plan on using and obtaining contact lenses as part of your costume! [Read more…]

September

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September is Healthy Aging Month!

According to a national survey released by the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO), nearly two out of three American adults report having eye or vision problems. A significant percentage of them, however, fail to seek medical attention in the form of regular, sight-saving eye exams. The observance of Healthy Aging Month in September emphasizes the importance of having regular eye exams to maintain healthy eyes and vision. ^[1] [Read more…]

Solar Eclipse 2017

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Eye Safety Tips to Experience the Solar Eclipse Without Damaging Your Vision

On August 21, 2017, “In a 70-mile wide band from central Oregon through South Carolina, a total eclipse of the sun will be visible across the entire continental United States for the first time in almost 40 years. The rest of the nation and parts of North and Central America will experience a partial solar eclipse.” ^[1] During this unique and exciting event, make sure to be prepared with proper eye protection! Without following proper safety precautions, “viewing even the smallest sliver of a crescent sun peeking out from behind the moon is enough to cause irreversible damage to your vision.” ^[2] [Read more…]