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While cataracts are most commonly associated with older adults, they can, in fact, affect people at any stage of life. Although the condition is typically linked to ageing, cataracts may also develop in infants and young children. These are known as childhood or paediatric cataracts, and while they are relatively uncommon, they can cause major effects on a child’s long-term visual ability. Paediatric cataracts also tend to go undetected, as children may not always be able to describe changes in their eyesight or request help.

LASIK surgery is a vision-correction procedure that reshapes the cornea to improve how light focuses on your retina. As this is a sensitive procedure, the route to achieving safe and effective results begins well before the day of your surgery.

While LASIK remains a widely recognised laser eye surgery, many individuals are exploring the advantages of a newer, minimally invasive procedure, known as ReLEx SMILE (Small Incision Lenticule Extraction). Both procedures offer precise vision correction and can provide good outcomes, but they cater to different anatomical and lifestyle needs.

Athletes often face challenges with glasses fogging or contact lenses drying out during training. Learn about the benefits of LASIK for an active lifestyle, and how it can support clearer vision, better focus and improved sports performance.

Preparing for LASIK surgery? Learn what to do before LASIK, including stopping contact lenses, reviewing medications and preparing for your eye exam. Dr Cordelia Chan at Eye Surgeons @ Novena shares key steps to help you get ready for LASIK. .

After cataract surgery, vision may be blurred by a secondary cataract. Find out more about this condition, what causes it and how YAG laser treatment by an ophthalmologist can help restore a patient’s eyesight.

Have you noticed your vision gradually becoming cloudy, making everyday tasks like reading or driving more difficult? You may be developing a cataract. In Singapore, cataracts are a common age-related eye condition, affecting about 80% of people over 60 and 95% of those over 70.

Experiencing blurry vision after cataract surgery can be worrying, especially when you expect clearer eyesight right away. While some blurriness is normal during the initial healing phase, it can also signal other issues that may need attention.

Clear vision without the hassle of glasses or contact lenses is a common goal, and LASIK surgery has become one of the leading options for achieving it. Quick and minimally invasive, it is designed to correct refractive errors such as myopia,

Astigmatism is a common vision condition that affects about one in three people at some point in their lives. It can be present from birth or develop later in adulthood, sometimes changing in severity over time. While mild astigmatism may not require treatment,

After cataract surgery, it is normal to experience mild discomfort, temporary blurriness, or sensitivity to light. These changes often raise common questions—how long recovery will take, when daily activities like work, driving or exercise can be resumed,