Glaucoma
 If glaucoma is detected during your eye exam, Dr. Margolis will outline a treatment plan that may include pressure-reducing eye drops or a quick, painless laser treatment.
Glaucoma is the term for when the pressure inside the eye rises dangerously high, damaging the optic nerve and causing vision loss. The condition often develops over many years without causing pain - so you may not experience vision loss until the disease has progressed. Glaucoma cannot be prevented, and vision lost to it cannot be restored. Left untreated, glaucoma can cause blindness. For these reasons, regular eye exams and early detection are critical.
Symptoms include blurred vision, loss of peripheral vision, halo effects around lights and painful or reddened eyes. People at the greatest risk include those who are over the age of 40, diabetic, near-sighted, African-American, or who have a family history of glaucoma.
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No Needle/No Stitch Cataract Surgery
 Dr. Margolis' cataract surgery is a simple outpatient procedure that takes just minutes using an eye drop anesthetic. Once the cataract is removed, an intraocular lens is implanted to restore your vision. Dr. Margolis is the first ophthalmologist in Colorado to offer the revolutionary ReSTOR® multifocal lens implants from Alcon™.
"No-Stitch" cataract surgery is a major breakthrough because the entire cataract is removed and a new lens is implanted through an opening so tiny it usually does not require stitches. There are many benefits to having "no-stitch" cataract surgery including faster healing, it is an outpatient procedure, and anesthesia is not always necessary.
A cataract is a cloudy area in the normally clear lens in the front of the eye. Cataracts are caused by a chemical change of unknown origin in the eye, and cause blurred or distorted vision. People at risk for developing cataracts are over 55 years old, have had eye injuries or disease, have a family history of cataracts, smoke cigarettes or use certain medications. Symptoms of cataracts include:
- Blurred/hazy vision
- Spots in front of the eye(s)
- Sensitivity to glare
- A feeling of "film" over the eye(s)
- A temporary improvement in near vision
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Diabetic Retinopathy
Dr. Margolis will check for early signs of diabetes and macular degeneration, which can rob you of your vision. He will monitor your condition to detect any early complications that need treatment.
Patients with diabetes are at an increased risk of developing eye diseases that can cause vision loss and blindness, such as diabetic retinopathy, cataracts and glaucoma. These and other serious conditions often develop without vision loss or pain, so significant damage may be done to the eyes by the time the patient notices any symptoms. For this reason it is very important for diabetic patients to have their eyes examined once a year. Diagnosing and treating eye disease early can prevent vision loss. It is also important to maintain a steady blood-sugar level, take prescribed medications, follow a healthy diet, exercise regularly and avoid smoking.
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Macular Degeneration
 The macula is a part of the retina in the back of the eye that ensures that our central vision is clear and sharp. Macular degeneration causes a progressive loss of vision. It is the number-one cause of blindness in the U.S.
There are two kinds of macular degeneration: "wet" and “dry.” The “wet” form can be treated in its early stages. Regular eye exams are highly recommended to detect macular degeneration early and prevent permanent vision loss.
Symptoms often associated with macular degeneration include:
- A gradual loss of ability to see objects clearly
- A gradual loss of color vision
- Distorted vision
- A dark or empty area appearing in the center of vision
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Contact Lenses
 MargolisVision offers a full-service optical boutique, offering designer frames and contact lenses for any use. We also offer corneal refractive surgery (CRT). Please review our Optical section for extensive information on CRT and our optical shop.
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