Skouras Eye Care Blogs

An eye doctor is an eye doctor right? Well, not really. Many patients confuse these two kinds of doctors and what they are able to do, diagnose, and treat. For certain situations you may want to see an Optometrist, but in other instances, an Ophthalmologist is best. Knowing which type of eye doctor is the...  read more

“I just love looking older,” said no one ever! No matter our age, most people would prefer not to see those wrinkles around their eyes, sagginess, dark spots, nor lose the firmness of their skin. Looking in the mirror can be hazardous to your health — mental health that is. At Skouras Eye & Cosmetic...  read more

LASIK has been successfully performed for decades, and yet some misconceptions still persist. They continue to be shared through social media, word of mouth and the internet in general. However, if you are looking for facts, you can trust us as a reliable resource to learn everything you need to know about LASIK eye surgery....  read more

Do you realize that no two eyes are exactly the same, including your own? Each one is as unique as your fingerprints. Consequently, correcting your vision shouldn’t be a “one size fits all” approach. It requires a precise treatment plan utilizing today’s advanced state-of-the-art technology to give you optimum results. And isn’t that what you...  read more

Winter conjures up picturesque images of snow falls, skiing and sipping hot chocolate by a roaring fire. It may be the most wonderful time of the year, but it’s also hard on the eyes. Your eyes can become dry and painful when it’s cold out, and an eye dryness test may be in order. But...  read more

Thinking about improving your vision through LASIK eye surgery? Why not schedule it for the winter? The colder months provide the perfect time for this type of surgery for many reasons. Let’s explore them below: Allergies Are Minimal Many of us suffer from seasonal allergies in the spring and summer months. With seasonal allergies comes...  read more

As we age, our skin can become lax and uneven. Thermage is a popular cosmetic treatment option, and under the supervision of Dr. Skouras is performed by our experienced technician at Skouras Eye and Cosmetic Centre. This procedure safely tightens the skin, giving your skin a smoother, more even-toned appearance. What Is Thermage? Thermage is...  read more

When glasses and contact lenses become too cumbersome, many people turn to LASIK eye surgery to restore their vision. Laser vision correction is popular because it is an easy procedure for the ophthalmologist to perform, and the patient is able to recover quickly with improved vision. What is LASIK? Laser vision correction surgery is a...  read more

Cosmetic dermal fillers are used by women and men alike to treat the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, plump up the lips, define hollow areas of the face and restore volume to the skin. Juvederm is popular filler that can reverse or minimize some of the signs of aging we wear on our faces,...  read more

Our eyes and eyelids are very sensitive, and the surrounding skin and tissue is extremely delicate. There are many factors that can lead to the appearance of dark circles and hollow eyes such as dehydration, lack of sleep, age, life style, allergies, dramatic weight loss, sun exposure and simply genetics. Home remedies are a great...  read more