What is Age-Related Macular Degeneration?
February is Age-Related Macular Degeneration Awareness Month. It’s a very wordy term for a common eye disease. Did you know that age-related macular degeneration, also known as AMD, is a leading cause of vision loss for Americans aged 50 and older? This condition affects central vision, which makes daily tasks such as driving, reading, and […]
What Is Low Vision?
Low vision is a vision problem that makes it hard to do everyday activities and can’t be fixed with glasses, contact lenses, or other treatments like medicine or surgery. Low vision is not the same as needing reading glasses or bifocals, which are a natural result of aging. This condition affects millions of Americans, which […]
Greenwood Dr. Tavel Moves To A New Location
After almost 60 years, our Greenwood location has moved out of the Greenwood Park Mall. We have relocated the Greenwood office to 8725 S US 31, Indianapolis, IN to better serve the residents on the Southside of Indianapolis. When the Greenwood Park Mall opened in 1964, Dr. Tavel was one of the very first tenants. […]
Lenses for Glasses: Which Lens Is Right For You?
The types of lenses for glasses and lens coatings you choose can make a big difference in the quality of your eyeglasses and quite literally make or break your visual clarity. This will depend on your prescription, your frames, as well as your lifestyle. There are a few choices when it comes to lenses and […]
5 Ways to Reduce Dry Eye Symptoms
5 Ways to Reduce Dry Eye Symptoms Cooler weather means dryer air, which can affect your eyes in many ways including dry eye. Some common dry eye symptoms like persistent scratchiness, burning, and even excessive eye watering can be a sign of dry eye. Dry eyes can occur when tear production and drainage is not […]
What We’re Thankful For in 2022
While you’re celebrating a Thanksgiving with family and friends or you’re looking for small reasons to be grateful, #TeamTavel reflected on the things that we are thankful for. From good health, awesome coworkers, to family, here’s how our amazing team at Dr. Tavel give thanks: What We’re Thankful For in 2022 “I am thankful for […]