The macula is the tiny area of the retina that is very sensitive to color and detail. For example, we use our macula when we look at the finest print. The rest of the retina is more sensitive to movement and provides us with our night vision.

Myopia, more commonly known as nearsightedness, is the condition where you have trouble viewing objects that are farther away. Every case of myopia is different: some may have issues viewing road signs from a block or two away, while others may struggle seeing anything just outside of arm’s reach clearly. Nearsightedness can affect everybody, young and old, but these issues tend to worsen with age if they go untreated.

At Dr. Caryn M. West & Associates, PC, we are happy to recommend the latest in lens and frame technology. Our sunglasses are made with polarized sunglass lenses, offering effective protection against harsh sunlight.

Our office is equipped with the Zeiss Atlas Corneal Topographer, which we use to measure the shape of your cornea. This high tech instrument is crucial to determine Laser Vision Correction (LVC) suitability and to provide proper follow-up care. We will coordinate your LVC with one of the top LASIK surgeons in the country.

Dr. West enthusiastically incorporates new contact lens technology to bring you healthy, comfortable, convenient contact lens wear with optimized vision. Rapid advances in contact lens materials and designs are expanding the number of people who can successfully wear contact lenses.

At Dr. Caryn M. West & Associates, PC, we are happy to recommend the latest in lens and frame technology. We strive to customize a lens and frame selection for you that will optimize your vision while creating a unique look.

We deal in the management of many different eye diseases, ranging from dry/allergic eyes, tear duct closure, and symptoms related to diabetes or hypertension.

Our comprehensive eye exams include a routine vision and eye health examination. This examination is designed to detect a wide range of problems affecting vision function, such as blurred vision or eye discomfort.