Ophthalmology and optometry both deal with medical issues related to your eyes. An ophthalmologist specializes in the physiology of your eyes, whereas an optometrist focuses on eye function. Pediatric ophthalmology helps children with eye troubles. Most people start with an optometrist vs. an ophthalmologist, but ophthalmologists are called in to handle more complex eye diseases. Visit a pediatric ophthalmologist if your children have eye problems.

Note: Ophthalmologists at Century Medical and Dental Center located in Downtown Brooklyn, Flatbush, Gravesend Fort Greene, and Midtown Manhattan locations are accepting all major insurance plans, including Medicare, Medicaid, HIP, Emblemhealth, GHI, MetroPlus, Fidelis. Our top-rated specialists provide a full range of medical procedures and are among the best eye doctors in the region.

Ophthalmology is the branch of medicine focused on the anatomy, physiology, and diseases of the eyeball and its orbit. Unlike primary care doctors, an ophthalmologist specializes in eye diseases. With so many eye disorders, eye doctors must have an extensive background in treating all eye-related issues.

Ophthalmologists are the only medical professionals trained to treat the following eye disorders:
Glaucoma;
Cataracts;
Macular degeneration;
Corneal transplants;
Eyelid diseases;
Cancer anywhere in the eye, from the vitreous inside the eye to the retina.
Signs Your Child Needs Pediatric Ophthalmology
Pediatric ophthalmology is safe for your child. Contact your local pediatric ophthalmology specialist immediately if your child experiences any serious sight problems, including:
Amblyopia or lazy eye;
Cataract issues;
Conjunctivitis or pink eye;
Tearing in the eyes caused by blocked tear ducts;
Astigmatism;
Cortical visual impairment;
Any other eye problems.
If your newborn is premature or has a family history of eye problems, let an eye specialist examine the infant between the ages of six months and one year. Preschoolers should be tested during their third year. Once your children reach school age, have their eyes checked at the first sign of a problem.

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Century Medical & Dental Center
770 Flatbush Ave,
Brooklyn, NY 11226
(347) 627-3988

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