Jul 08, 2023
ST is a 14-year-old female who had recently been diagnosed with Visual Snow Syndrome when she first came to our office. Her symptoms included constant...
Mar 26, 2023
Congenital Nystagmus, also known as Infantile nystagmus is an involuntary side-to-side movement of the eyes. It can also be vertical. It begins at or near...
Mar 01, 2023
Hi, I'm Dr. Moshe Roth. I practice at Family Eye Care in Old Bridge, New Jersey. How can we help treat myopia? The number one...
Mar 01, 2023
Hi, I'm Dr. Moshe Roth. I practice at Family Eye Care in Old Bridge, New Jersey. In this video, I'm going to address the question....
Mar 01, 2023
I'm Dr. Moshe Roth. I practice at Family Eye Care in Old Bridge, New Jersey. In the last video, we addressed the fact that children...
Feb 28, 2023
Uncorrected vision issues can negatively impact a child's educational progress. To make sure they’re learning, we recommend scheduling regular eye exams and, if necessary, vision...
Feb 21, 2023
Here are 7 easy steps to relieve dry eye symptoms with warm compresses. Read more to find out and apply this tried and tested method...
Feb 12, 2023
Keratoconus is a degenerative eye disease that causes the cornea (the front part of the eye) to thin and warp out of shape. Without treatment,...
Feb 03, 2023
Scleral Lenses offer a more effective treatment method than just eye drops and artificial tears.
Feb 02, 2023
SA is a 51 year old female nurse who came to our office seeking a prosthetic contact lens for her left eye. She described that...
Jan 31, 2023
High myopia – severe nearsightedness – is associated with an increased risk of serious eye diseases such as retinal detachment, glaucoma, and cataracts.
Jan 24, 2023
Vision therapy can address underlying visual problems that can mimic or exacerbate a learning disability.
Jan 24, 2023
Whether you work in an office, from home, or outdoors, certain elements of your work environment could be contributing to dry eye symptoms. Read on...
Jan 17, 2023
Children and adolescents with diabetes are significantly more likely to suffer from dry eye syndrome (DES) than their non-diabetic peers. Read on to learn why...
Jan 14, 2023
Car accidents can often result in a concussion, a type of traumatic brain injury that can cause vision problems.
Jan 13, 2023
Everyone is familiar with contact lenses for the benefit of being able to see without having to wear eyeglasses. Those contact lenses compensate for the...
Jan 03, 2023
Myopia, nearsightedness, that gets worse each year, is a common childhood eye condition that has serious consequences beyond just getting a new pair of eyeglasses...
Dec 31, 2022
Switching from glasses to scleral contact lenses can take several weeks. your Old Bridge eye doctor will provide instructions on how to properly insert, remove,...
Dec 29, 2022
Did you know that poor visual skills can contribute to behavioral problems in children? Read on to learn how vision therapy can help address these...
Dec 17, 2022
Discover why experts say there’s a myopia epidemic, and learn what you can do to keep your kids’ eyes healthy. Family Eye Care proudly offers...
Dec 17, 2022
Medication doesn't always work to heal dry eye syndrome's underlying cause. The following natural and holistic remedies may relieve your eye discomfort and relieve your...
Nov 27, 2022
Did you know that having atrophied meibomian glands can signal uncontrolled blood sugar levels? To learn more or to schedule an appointment, contact Family Eye...
Nov 20, 2022
Post trauma vision syndrome (PTVS) can persist long after a concussion, making everyday tasks difficult. Luckily, neuro-optometry can treat many visual post-concussion symptoms. Learn about...
Nov 17, 2022
Did you know that a risk factor for developing myopia (nearsightedness) is living in an urban area? But don’t worry – the myopia management program...
Nov 14, 2022
If you suffer from headaches accompanied by blurred vision, you may have an underlying problem with your visual system. Read on to discover how blurred...
Nov 14, 2022
When a child is considered a ‘slow learner,’ parents and teachers often assume the problem is ADHD or a learning disability. Many don’t realize that...
Nov 08, 2022
World Keratoconus Day is celebrated every year on November 10 to raise awareness of this rare eye condition. Read on to learn about keratoconus and...
Oct 26, 2022
Genetic testing can help determine whether you have a genetic variant that may put you or your children at risk for certain diseases. Read on...
Oct 25, 2022
Have you ever seen a child who struggles in school despite trying hard to succeed? They could have an undetected vision problem that makes reading...
Oct 20, 2022
Do you wake up each morning with dry, irritated eyes? You could have dry eye syndrome, an eye condition that can range from mild to...
Oct 19, 2022
It's Contact Lens Safety Month, which makes it the perfect time to brush up on ways to keep your eyes and vision healthy when wearing...
Oct 13, 2022
There are 2 main types of brain injuries - traumatic and non-traumatic. Here, we'll explain the difference between these injuries and how Family Eye Care...
Oct 13, 2022
Traditional myopia correction uses glasses to improve visual acuity, but they are not a solution for controlling myopia’s progression and may even contribute to worsening...
Sep 28, 2022
Eye tracking is a visual skill necessary for academic success. Poor eye tracking skills can compromise your child’s ability to read and learn. Fortunately, vision...
Sep 28, 2022
Seeing floaters is common and usually nothing to worry about. Yet there are times when floaters are a sign of a serious eye condition. Here’s...
Sep 16, 2022
The most important reason for choosing myopia management is to protect your child’s precious gift of sight from sight-threatening eye diseases. But here’s an added...
Sep 16, 2022
If you have corneal dystrophy, it will become increasingly difficult to wear standard contact lenses. Scleral lenses are an excellent choice for patients with many...
Sep 11, 2022
Dry eye syndrome is one of the most common eye conditions in the world, yet many people put up with the discomfort, even though it's...
Sep 07, 2022
An ocular migraine can cause the sudden appearance of visual distortions, and even temporary blindness in one eye. Either way, an ocular migraine can be...
Sep 07, 2022
Many substances and situations can cause dry eyes, such as certain medications, hormonal changes, and your environment. No matter the cause, having dry eyes feels...
Aug 31, 2022
If you’ve ever wondered why some medical professionals don’t mention vision therapy as a treatment for visual problems caused by a concussion and other medical...
Aug 31, 2022
Here are 5 eye symptoms that you should never ignore. Call Family Eye Care without delay if you or a loved one experiences any of...
Aug 21, 2022
Have you or a loved one have experienced complications following LASIK or any other type of refractive surgery? Scleral lenses may be just the solution...
Aug 17, 2022
Childhood myopia — nearsightedness — is reaching epidemic proportions. Fortunately, there are steps parents can take to reduce their child’s risk of developing myopia.
Aug 15, 2022
Every child should have a comprehensive eye exam before the start of the new school year. Just as you wouldn’t consider sending them to school without...
Jul 31, 2022
Custom contact lenses are specially designed to fit irregularly-shaped corneas. If you find wearing regular contact lenses uncomfortable, ask your optometrist if custom contact lenses...
Jul 31, 2022
High myopia isn’t just difficulty seeing faraway objects. It can actually increase the risk of developing serious eye diseases later in life. Read on to...
Jul 27, 2022
Children with ADHD commonly have visual problems, such as convergence insufficiency, tracking difficulties, and others. Fortunately, vision therapy is an effective treatment for these and...
Jul 27, 2022
Did you know that Nerf® guns, a supposedly safe children’s toy, have been shown to cause eye injury in certain cases? What makes them so...
Jul 17, 2022
Hyperopia affects near vision in children and young adults. Want to know more about hyperopia? Here we explain ways to recognize the condition and help...
Jul 15, 2022
Whether you call it eye goop, crusties or gunk, there are times when a bit of mucus around your eyes is normal — and times...
Jul 15, 2022
In this article, we explore the various ways a stroke can negatively affect a person’s vision and explain how a neuro-optometrist can help rehabilitate vision.
Jun 30, 2022
Children with IEPs — individualizedsupport in school — are more likely to experience problems with their eyes’ ability to track, team and focus, but...
Jun 27, 2022
Keratoconus is a progressive eye disease that causes the cornea to thin and bulge, resulting in blurry and distorted vision. Here are the most commonly...
Jun 27, 2022
Cataract surgery not only improves vision. Research suggests that cataract surgery may also prevent cognitive decline.
Jun 20, 2022
Myopia management, an optometrist-developed program, can slow and even halt the progression of a child’s myopia. Read on to learn more.
Jun 20, 2022
Here’s how you can celebrate National Sunglasses Day on June 27.
Jun 13, 2022
Studies have found a correlation between asthma and dry eye syndrome. Fortunately, a dry eye optometrist can help by treating your uncomfortable dry eye symptoms.
Aug 31, 2021
Post traumatic vision syndrome is a group of visual deficits caused by a traumatic brain injury (TBI). Fortunately, neuro-optometric rehabilitation can improve your functional vision...
Jul 27, 2021
COVID-Induced Brain Injury and Persistent Visual Problems by Dr. S. Moshe Roth, OD, FCOVD.
Jul 01, 2020
An article was published this week in the journal Investigative Ophthalmology & Visual Science. The authors reviewed other studies to determine the relationship and risk...
Apr 01, 2020
Coronavirus and Your Eyeglasses Your eyeglasses (lenses and frames) can potentially transfer viruses, such as COVID-19, to your eyes, nose, and mouth. Viruses and bacteria...
Oct 11, 2018
Have you had a concussion or brain injury? Neuro-Optometrists are an important part of the recovery team We frequently hear of many NFL players and...
Mar 10, 2015
Got a lazy eye? Patch the other one. Right? Wrong! Lazy eye, medically known as amblyopia, has long been treated with patching. Eye patching is...
Appointment times may vary so call us for availability.