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Dr. Joseph Muscente, O.D.
Optometrist
Dr. Joseph Muscente is an optometrist practicing in Staten Island, NY. Dr. Muscente specializing in providing eye care services to patients. As an optometrist, Dr. Muscente performs eye exams, tests vision, corrects vision by prescribing eye glasses or contacts, detects certain eye disorders and manages and treats vision problems. Optometrists often work closely with ophthalmologists who may need to further treat patients with surgical procedures.
31 years
Experience
Dr. Joseph Muscente, O.D.
- Staten Island, NY
- SUNY College of Optometry
- Accepting new patients
Signs of An Eye Emergency
Working in a Level 1 Trauma Center has certainly "opened my eyes" to ocular emergencies. Very often, patients experiencing an ocular emergency aren't aware of the emergency and...
Can my eye be fixed
That sunken in look, also called enophthalmos, is pretty common after an orbital floor fracture. The nest person to ask if this can be repaired is an oculoplastic surgeon. Where READ MORE
That sunken in look, also called enophthalmos, is pretty common after an orbital floor fracture. The nest person to ask if this can be repaired is an oculoplastic surgeon. Where are you located? I will do my best to get you into good hands.
What surgery is done for astigmatism?
LASIK, PRK
What type of contacts is best for myopia?
hard to answer without seeing you
Can you fix cloudy vision after cataract surgery?
depends on the cause of the cloudiness...
most of the times, no
most of the times, no
How long does it take for sight to improve after cataract surgery?
patients usually notice increased vision almost immediately, provided there are no complications.
What is the treatment for astigmatism?
glasses
contacts
LASIK
contacts
LASIK
When can I exercise after eye surgery?
that's a great question for your eye surgeon performing the LASIK
all procedures are different.
all procedures are different.
Which eye drop is good for pink eye?
depends on the cause
you need to be seen by a doc to make that decision
you need to be seen by a doc to make that decision
What type of surgery is the safest for glaucoma?
Can't answer that without seeing you unfortunately. Most glaucoma is managed with eye drops. Sometimes, surgery is needed to decrease eye pressure.
What vitamins are good for eye health?
usually a multivitamin does the trick
some patients with macular degeneration might benefit from AREDS but this needs to be discussed with your eye doc and primary care doc
some patients with macular degeneration might benefit from AREDS but this needs to be discussed with your eye doc and primary care doc
Are contacts for myopia safe?
yes if fit correctly and monitored by a doctor
Is myopia surgery safe?
yes
you need to have a preop evaluation to determine if you are a good candidate
you need to have a preop evaluation to determine if you are a good candidate
What type of surgery is the safest for cataracts?
Most cataract surgeries are safe these days. The latest and greatest is called FEMTO, a laser technique. You need to discuss with your eye doc what technique is best for you
Should I take my contacts out if I have pink eye?
yes
contact your eye doc for evaluation
contact your eye doc for evaluation
What treatment is the safest for glaucoma?
depends of the severity of the glaucoma
most people can manage their glaucoma with eye drops
surgery can also be an option if needed
most people can manage their glaucoma with eye drops
surgery can also be an option if needed
Leg paralysis 2 days after back surgery
my suggestion is to see a neurologist. Your primary care doc might be able to assist you.
What is good for an eye infection?
depends on whats causing it
you need to be seen in person
you need to be seen in person
Are there glasses for astigmatism?
yes! contacts too
