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Dr. William Ackerman Jr, M.D.
Ophthalmologist
Dr. William Ackerman Jr is an ophthalmologist practicing in Gainesville, GA. Dr. Ackerman Jr specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Ackerman Jr can practice medicine as well as surgery. Opthalmologists can perform surgeries because they have their medical degrees along with at least eight years of additional training. Dr. Ackerman Jr can diagnose and treat diseases, perform eye operations and prescribe eye glasses and contacts. Ophthalmologists can also specialize even further in a specific area of eye care.
Dr. William Ackerman Jr, M.D.
- Gainesville, GA
- University of Georgia
- Accepting new patients
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Can too much screen time damage your eyes?
It can cause eye strain (fatigue) and cause you to have dry eyes. You do not blink as much when focusing on a screen all day, causing your eyes to become dry. Blue blocking lenses READ MORE
It can cause eye strain (fatigue) and cause you to have dry eyes. You do not blink as much when focusing on a screen all day, causing your eyes to become dry. Blue blocking lenses in glasses can be a benefit. Artificial tears will also help.
What happens if you get pink eye?
Contact your doctor, whether your General Practitioner or your Eye Doctor. They will be able to prescribe eye drops that will help to get rid of your conjunctivitis (pink eye). READ MORE
Contact your doctor, whether your General Practitioner or your Eye Doctor. They will be able to prescribe eye drops that will help to get rid of your conjunctivitis (pink eye).
Is high eye pressure common after cataract surgery?
Yes. But the pressure should return to normal in a few days.
Is it normal to see spots after cataract surgery?
It is common to see floaters after cataract surgery. Tell your eye doctor during your post operative visits though.
Can you cure cataracts without surgery?
No. The cataracts will become more opaque and dense, which will restrict your eyesight. While some of the reduction in vision can be corrected by glasses, at some point removing READ MORE
No. The cataracts will become more opaque and dense, which will restrict your eyesight. While some of the reduction in vision can be corrected by glasses, at some point removing the cataract will be the only solution.
How can I improve my vision with cataracts?
Cataracts are normal and happen to all humans, provided they live long enough. Some improvements can be made with glasses. At some point, the only corrected measure will be the READ MORE
Cataracts are normal and happen to all humans, provided they live long enough. Some improvements can be made with glasses. At some point, the only corrected measure will be the removal of the cataract. My post surgery patients are happy that they are able to see colors they did not realize they missed seeing as well as improved vision.
Is having a cataract removed painful?
You will be placed under a mild sedation and should not feel any pain. As it is surgery, you will have some eye discomfort the following day. This should be minimized by following READ MORE
You will be placed under a mild sedation and should not feel any pain. As it is surgery, you will have some eye discomfort the following day. This should be minimized by following your doctors eye drop routine post surgery.
