After glaucoma eye surgery, many patients are concerned about whether or not they will be able to return to contact lenses. In many cases, it is possible. The specifics depend on the procedure, how the eye heals, and how a lens interacts with the surgical site. First, your surgeon clears the eye to wear contacts […]
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The right pair of eyeglasses does more than sharpen vision. It frames your features, complements your style, and boosts confidence. Learning how eyeglass frames for face shape work together narrows hundreds of options to the few that truly flatter, making choosing the right eyeglass frames easy. Identify Your Face Shape Stand in front of a […]
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Glaucoma eye surgery lowers intraocular pressure (IOP), but the choices you make afterward determine how well that pressure stays under control. Partnering closely with glaucoma specialists helps you set realistic milestones and catch minor issues early. Patients who blend sensible habits with modern operations often rely on fewer drops, maintain clearer vision longer, and avoid […]
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Reviewed By: Dr. Jitendra Swarup, M.D. The field of ophthalmology has made breakthroughs with the Light Adjustable Lens (LAL) from RxSight, changing the nature of post-cataract-surgery vision correction. Albemarle Eye Center (AEC) is now among the first practices in Washington, North Carolina, to offer this technology, and on April 24 Dr. Jitendra Swarup performed AEC’s inaugural […]
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Reviewed By: Dr. Jitendra Swarup, M.D. For millions of people, glasses and contact lenses are an everyday necessity—but they don’t have to be. Laser vision correction, such as LASIK and PRK, has been FDA-approved since 1999 and offers a safe and effective alternative that can dramatically reduce or eliminate your dependence on eyewear. Albemarle Eye Center […]
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If cataracts are making everyday tasks more difficult, such as reading, driving, and recognizing faces, it may be time to consider treatment. Cataract surgery restores clarity to your vision and can help you feel more confident and independent in your daily life. Albemarle Eye Center offers LenSx® laser cataract surgery as a safe and successful […]
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Reviewed By: Dr. Jitendra Swarup, M.D. Cataracts are very common, especially as we age. More than half of all Americans aged 80 or older either have cataracts or have had surgery to remove them, according to the National Eye Institute (NEI). At first, you might not even notice a cataract developing. But over time, it can […]
As we age, our eyesight naturally changes. Many of us find ourselves reaching for reading glasses or struggling to focus on objects up close. This is often due to a common age-related condition called presbyopia, where the lens of the eye loses its flexibility. But what if you could drop the readers and see clearly […]
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Reviewed By: Dr. Peter V. Mitrev, M.D Have you ever wondered if there is more to glaucoma treatment than just eye drops every morning or surgery? You are not alone. Millions of Americans ask this exact question every year and the answer may surprise you. Glaucoma is one of the leading causes of permanent blindness […]
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Albemarle Eye Center, a practice of US Eye, is proud to announce that Dr. Sean W. Smolenyak has been elected as the 2025 President of the North Carolina Optometric Society (NCOS). Dr. Smolenyak’s appointment follows his distinguished leadership and years of dedicated service to the NCOS, including various roles on the Executive Council and as […]
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At Albemarle Eye Center, our research department continues to take part in numerous FDA-monitored clinical trials.
Our advanced eye care center is committed to improving ocular health, which is why we’re always on the search for new treatment options, medications, and medical devices that can benefit our patients
We are a proud partner of US Eye, a leading group of patient-centric, vertically integrated multi-specialty physician practices providing patients with care in ophthalmology, optometry, dermatology and cosmetic facial surgery.
