...because there's so much to see!
Learn About Your Eyes...

Q What is LASIK surgery?
A LASIK uses a cool beam of light from a laser to gently
reshape the front surface (cornea) of your eye in order to
correct nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism.
Dr. Zissman works with the best eye surgeons in the region.
Mountain Eye Care offers complimentary LASIK
consultations to patients considering this surgery. After
patients receive LASIK surgery, Dr. Zissman provides them
with excellent post-operative care at Mountain Eye Care.

Q What is a Comprehensive Eye Examination?
A At Mountain Eye Care, a comprehensive eye exam is
thorough and comfortable. Dr. Zissman checks your eyes
for m
edical conditions and diseases. He also examines your
visual abilities and determines your current glasses or
contact lens prescription. Dr. Zissman uses advanced
diagnostic equipment throughout your eye exam.

Q How many types of Contact Lenses are there?
A Some common types of contact lenses include...
Bifocal Contacts - provide both near and distance vision
Colored Contacts - give your eyes a new color
Disposable Contacts - offer a healthy wearing experience
Extended Wear Contacts - are safe for overnight wear
Gas Permeable Contacts - provide crisp vision
Hybrid Contacts - a soft edge and hard center
Monovision - an alternative to bifocals for presbyopia
Orthokeratology Contacts - reshape the cornea overnight
Silicone Hydrogel Contacts - give your eyes more oxygen
Toric Contacts - offer people with astigmatism better vision

Q What are Cataracts and Glaucoma?
A They are eye diseases. Cataracts occur when your lens
becomes hazy or cloudy, which may impair your vision.
Cataract surgery is very successful in restoring vision.
Glaucoma is a painless disease that gradually destroys the
optic nerve. The most common cause of Glaucoma is high
eye pressure, which can usually be treated with drops.

Q How does my Diabetes affect my eyes?
A Because Diabetes can damage your retina, you should
schedule a dilated retinal exam every year. Retinal damage
can be treated if it is discovered early.

Q How can I tell if I have Macular Degeneration?
A A common symptom is blurred central vision that is
noticeably worse when reading. Macular Degeneration is
the leading cause of vision loss in Americans over 65.
Use the Eyecyclopedia on
the
Vision Source! website to
learn about any eye condition.
Vision Source! is North
America's premier network of
private practice optometrists.
Dr. Zissman will check for every eye condition and disease during your
comprehensive eye examination...because there's so much to see!
What does a comprehansive eye exam include?

During your annual eye health and vision
examination, we will evaluate the health and function
of your eyes, including the following:
• Your eye muscles
• Your pupils
• Your intraocular pressure (Glaucoma)
• Your cornea
• Your crystalline lens (Cataracts)
• Your retina (Macular degeneration, Diabetes, etc)
• Your optic nerve head (Glaucoma)
• Your refraction (Prescription)
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Dr. Jon Zissman, Optometrist
190 Talisman Drive, Suite B4
Pagosa Springs, CO
970-731-4347

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