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December 2011 |
Features
These Aren’t Your Father’s Contact Lenses
By: Pete S. Kollbaum, OD, PhD, FAAO
Researchers are exploring novel applications for contact lenses. Here’s a peek at the future.
Corneal Cross-linking and Orthokeratology
By: Sami El Hage, OD, PhD, DSc, FAAO; Theo Seiler, MD, PhD
This pilot study investigated the use of riboflavin corneal cross-linking and orthokeratology to treat myopia
A New-generation Multipurpose Disinfecting Solution
By: J. James Thimons, O.D., F.A.A.O.
Evolution in lens materials and pathogens means multipurpose solutions need to change to continue meeting the needs of contact lens wearers
Communicating the Importance of Lens Care
By: Bruce Anderson, OD, FAAO
Two theoretical cases illustrate common lens-wearing issues and how a systematic approach can help resolve them
Departments
Online Photo Diagnosis
By: Gregory W. DeNaeyer, OD, FAAO
Editor’s Perspective
By: Jason J. Nichols, OD, MPH, PhD, FAAO
The Wide-Open Horizon of Discover Beckons
Guest Editorial
By: Brien Holden, PhD, DSc, OAM, FAAO
How Do We Grow the Contact Lens Market?
Point/Counterpoint
By: David A. Berntsen, OD, PhD, FAAO; Graeme Young, PhD, MPhil, FCOptom, DipCL, FAAO
Silicone Hydrogels: Were They Really Worth It?
Prescribing for Astigmatism
By: Pam Satjawatcharaphong, OD; Tim Edrington, OD, MS
Bitoric GP Troubleshooting Tips
GP Insights
By: Edward S. Bennett, O.D., MSEd, F.A.A.O.; Robert M. Grohe, OD, FAAO; Marlane J. Brown, OD, FAAO; Susan Resnick, O.D., F.A.A.O.; Michael A. Ward, MMSc, FAAO; Derek Louie, OD, FAAO
Resolving Filmy GPs, Part 2
Contact Lens Design & Materials
By: Ronald K. Watanabe, OD, FAAO
Keratoconus Design Options
Dry Eye Dx and Tx
By: Katherine M. Mastrota, MS, OD, FAAO
Combating Sick Building Syndrome
Contact Lens Care & Compliance
By: Susan J. Gromacki, O.D., M.S., F.A.A.O.
Research From the 2011 AAO Annual Meeting
Contact Lens Practice Pearls
By: John Mark Jackson, OD, MS, FAAO
What Is This Stuff on My Contact Lens?
The Business of Contact Lenses
By: Steven M. Newman, O.D., C.N.S.
Understanding Splines Will Help Your Contact Lens Practice
Pediatric and Teen CL Care
By: Mary Lou French, OD, FAAO, MEd
Treating Amblyopia: Then and Now
Treatment Plan
By: William L. Miller, OD, Ph.D., FAAO
Corneal Mycotic Infections
Reader and Industry Forum-1
By: Agustin Gonzalez, OD
Medication Delivery Via Contact Lens
Reader and Industry Forum-2
By: Gerard Cairns, MCOptom, PhD, FAAO
Aspheric Optics for Aberration Control vs. Conventional Optics
Contact Lens Case Reports
By: Patrick J. Caroline, FAAO; Mark P. André, FAAO
Anatomical Challenges of the Aging Eye