dilated eye exam. If diagnosed with
this form of AMD, the daily use of
an Amsler grid—a
printed, square grid
of lines that can indicate
central vision
disturbances—is
recommended.
MACULA CENTER
TREATMENTS
At The Macula
Center in Clearwater,
The Villages
Wet AMD—more
advanced and severe
than Dry AMD —
happens when
abnormal blood
vessels behind the
retina begin to grow
under the macula.
and Lakeland, Doctors Deupree
and Michael Tolentino, MD, actively
administer wet AMD drug therapies
and treatments to their patients.
“Some of our patients have been
able to preserve their central eyesight
for over a decade thanks to
these breakthrough drugs,” added
Dr. Tolentino.
Unfortunately, there are currently
no FDA- approved treatments for dry
AMD. However,
The Macula Center
is actively enrolled
in studies to
develop dry AMD
therapies; the eye
clinic currently
uses nutraceuticals
that have
shown to benefit
eyes with AMD.
Updates on study
findings, as well
as information on
new therapies or treatments for this
vision-robbing disease will be posted
online at www.MaculaCenter.com.
Doctors Deupree, Tolentino and
Katherine A. Macoul, MD, MBA, are
all currently accepting new patients.
To schedule an appointment or for
more information, call The Macula
Center today at (727) 789-8770.
For more information, contact Dr. D.M. Deupree, Dr. Michael Tolentino and Dr. Katherine Macoul:
3280 N. McMullen Booth Rd, Ste 120, Clwtr FL 33761 • 727-789-8770 • www.MaculaCenter.com
EYE HEALTH TIPS FROM NATIONAL EYE INSTITUTE
DILATED EYE EXAM. A dilated eye exam is the
only way to detect many common eye diseases
such as glaucoma, diabetic eye disease
and AMD in their early stages.
KNOW YOUR FAMILY’S EYE HEALTH HISTORY. Many
eye diseases & conditions are hereditary.
EAT RIGHT. A diet rich in fruits & vegetables,
especially dark leafy greens like spinach and
kale, is important for eye health.
MAINTAIN A HEALTHY WEIGHT. Being overweight
or obese increases your risk of developing
diabetes and other systemic conditions, which
can lead to vision loss.
QUIT SMOKING OR NEVER START. Smoking is as
bad for your eyes as it is for the rest of your
body. Research has linked smoking to an
increased risk of developing AMD, cataract,
and optic nerve damage, all of which can lead
to blindness.
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