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Dr. Ali Ghafouri, M.D.

Ophthalmologist

Dr. Ali Ghafouri is an ophthalmologist practicing in Mesa, AZ. Dr. Ghafouri specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Ghafouri 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. Ghafouri 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. Ali Ghafouri, M.D.
  • Mesa, AZ
  • Accepting new patients

My eyelids are suddenly blinking a lot and then it settles on its own. What causes it?

The reason for the blinking is called Blepharospasm. It is any abnormal contraction or twitch of the eyelid caused by muscle contraction around the eyelids. Botox injections done READ MORE
The reason for the blinking is called Blepharospasm. It is any abnormal contraction or twitch of the eyelid caused by muscle contraction around the eyelids. Botox injections done by a professional is one treatment for this type of condition.

Can contact lenses be worn by an 8-year-old?

Contacts can be worn by an 8 year old while playing sports but I would strongly suggest you check with your eye care provider.

Constant eye floaters--what's wrong?

Most eye floaters are caused by age related changes that occur with age. I would recommend that you see an ophthalmologist to make sure the floaters are related to age and no other READ MORE
Most eye floaters are caused by age related changes that occur with age. I would recommend that you see an ophthalmologist to make sure the floaters are related to age and no other condition.

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