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Welcome to Kernersville Eye Surgeons! We are a comprehensive ophthalmology practice in the center of North Carolina's Piedmont Triad. We specialize in medical, laser, and surgical treatment of cataracts, glaucoma, eyelid conditions, dry eyes, diabetic eye disease, and macular degeneration. We also see patients of all ages for routine eye care.
Kernersville Eye Surgeons is a patient-focused ophthalmology practice that will treat you with compassion and as an individual--not a number. While we strive to make your visit efficient, we also spend as much time with you as needed to ensure you understand your eye problem and what we can do to help.
We use state-of-the-art equipment to accurately diagnose and properly treat your eye conditions. Doctor Reese and Doctor Hageman are Board Certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology and both are trained in the safest and most modern eye surgery techniques. Visit us at Kernersville Eye Surgeons and see what we can do for your sight.
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Cataracts
A cataract is a clouding of the eye's naturally clear lens. Your eye becomes like a window that is frosted or yellowed. Cataracts are a common cause of vision loss, especially as we age, but they are treatable. The only definitive treatment of cataracts is surgery to remove the eye's cloudy lens and replace it with an artificial clear lens. This surgery can only be done by an ophthalmologist (Eye M.D.). There are many artificial lens options for people undergoing cataract surgery, some of which provide the chance for significantly less dependence on glasses after cataract surgery. Please visit our Patient Education section to learn more about cataracts, its treatment, and lens options.
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Glaucoma
Glaucoma is a disease in which the optic nerve is damaged, leading to progressive, irreversible loss of vision. It is one of the leading causes of blindness in the United States. Glaucoma is often, but not always, associated with increased pressure inside the eye. There are many different types of glaucoma, but they all result in permanent damage to the the optic nerve, which is the part of the eye that carries the images we see to the brain. Glaucoma is often called "the silent thief of sight" because people with the disease often have no symptoms until severe vision loss has occurred. If detected early and treated with eyedrops, laser or surgery, severe vision loss can be prevented. Anyone with a family history of glaucoma should have a complete eye exam by an ophthalmologist (Eye M.D.). Please visit our Patient Education section to learn more about glaucoma and its treatments.
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Eyelid Conditions
The human eyelid serves many functions, including eye protection, distribution of tears, and taking part in facial expression. Just as it serves many functions, the eyelid can be affected by a number of conditions. Eyelid sagging, excess skin, infection and injury can prevent the eyelid from performing its important duties. Please visit our Patient Education section to learn more about eyelid conditions and their treatments.
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Dry Eyes
Typical symptoms for people suffering from dry eyes are burning, irritation, blurred vision, and (ironically) tearing. Dry eyes can be caused by decreased tear production or increased tear evaporation, or a combination of both. Some diseases and some medications may also contribute to dry eyes. Fortunately, there are a number of treatments to help with dry eyes. Please visit our Patient Education section to learn more about dry eyes and its treatments.
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Diabetic Eye Disease
Diabetes is one of the leading causes of blindness in the United States. High levels of sugar in the blood cause damage to the blood vessels in the retina, the nerve layer that covers the back of the eye. These damaged blood vessels can leak and cause vision loss, sometimes sudden and severe. At its worst, diabetic eye disease can result in new, abnormal blood vessel growth, severe glaucoma, retinal detachment and total blindness. It is extremely important for all diabetics to have at least yearly eye exams by an ophthalmologist. Please visit our Patient Education section to learn more about diabetic eye disease and its treatments.
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Macular Degeneration
The macula is the most sensitive part of the retina, or nerve layer covering the back of the eye. It serves our central vision and allows us to read, distinguish faces, and see fine detail. Macular degeneration occurs in "dry" and "wet" forms. In the dry form, debris called drusen accumulate and parts of the macula die earlier than normal, causing slowly progressive central vision loss. In the wet form, which is generally more severe, fragile blood vessels that can bleed suddenly grow in the macula and can cause severe, central vision loss without warning. Please visit our Patient Education section to learn more about macular degeneration and its treatments.
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