Contact lens safety has been in the spotlight even more than usual since the FDA released recommendations on the use and packaging of multipurpose solutions in June.

Researchers of various studies have tried to pinpoint the exact cause of myopia to no avail.

Continued evolution in the landscape of bacterial resistance and antimicrobial agents is mandating careful prescribing of anti-infective medications to optimize success in prophylactic and therapeutic indications and to minimize future problems associated with pathogen resistance.

The first contact lens that combines the comfort of silicone hydrogel and the convenience and eye health characteristics of a daily wear disposable lens was introduced here at the AOA.

Pre- and postoperative treatment with the potent corticosteroid difluprednate ophthalmic emulsion 0.05% signficantly improves outcomes after cataract surgery compared with use of prednisolone acetate ophthalmic suspension 1% and so results in improved patient satisfaction, according to one expert.

Optometrists and general retailers often both market products, are price competitive and service customers.

It's the kind of experience every eyecare provider dreads.

In a study performed to evaluate and compare preserved versus unpreserved fluoroquinolone antibiotics, cell culture assays demonstrated some degree of toxicity and elevated induction of apoptosis in each of three commercially available topical ocular fluoroquinolone antibiotics, according to one expert.

Optometrists who are considering selling their practice next year may want to speed up their plans.

A broad spectrum macrolide antibiotic may have anti-inflammatory properties.

Patients with end-stage, age-related macular degeneration finally may have hope of regaining some of their central vision thanks to the recent FDA approval of a miniature telescope that can be implanted in the anterior segment.

Ketorolac tromethamine ophthalmic solution had a highly beneficial effect on visual acuity after cataract surgery in a recent study, according to one expert.

Once upon a time, and not so long ago, eyeglasses were made of-glass.

How to become a professional witness in cases

The use of a preservative-free glaucoma medication is advisable when there is concern about preservatives such as BAK.

If the diploma on your office wall isn't freshly minted, chances are many of the decisions you make every day are based on outdated information from your optometry school classes.

Learn how to effectively convert patients and walk-ins to buyers.

Here's the story of a successful optometrist who is equally talented at trapshooting.

Clinical practice is changing right in front of our eyes.

Besifloxacin ophthalmic suspension 0.6% provides potent broad-spectrum antibacterial coverage coupled with favorable safety, tolerability and dosing convenience.