Dr. Helen A. Davis, MD, Ophthalmologist
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Dr. Helen A. Davis, MD

Ophthalmologist

3/5(4)
741 North Church Street Mount Pleasant PA, 15666
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3/5

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Dr. Helen Davis is an ophthalmologist practicing in Mount Pleasant, PA. Dr. Davis specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Davis 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. Davis 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.

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Dr. Helen A. Davis, MD's Expert Contributions
  • Eye infection?

    1. You need an antibiotic eye drop or ointment. Please see an EyeMD or your PCP for a prescription. 2. In the interim of seeing an eye care professional, you can rinse your eyes out regularly with an artificial tear drop or saline eye rinse. 3. Also, keep your lids and lashes clean with a drop of no-tears baby shampoo mixed with sterile water or a saline solution. Clean the lids and lashes with a q-tip or cotton ball. You may also do the same in the shower with your eyes closed. READ MORE

  • Why do my eyes hurt when I don't wear my glasses?

    1. Eye strain 2.Dry eyes 3. Environmental irritants READ MORE

  • Ash in eye?

    Please see an eyecare professional ASAP or go to Urgent Care. READ MORE

  • Why are my eyes not focusing properly?

    1. You might need eyeglasses. 2. You might have dry eyes. 3. Please see an EyeMD to make sure that you don't have any other medical conditions causing your focusing problems, READ MORE

  • What is the best treatment for astigmatism?

    1. Depends on the amount of astigmatism. 2. A Toric soft contact lens works well for low to moderate astigmatism. 3. A Gas-Permeable semi-rigid contact lens works well for higher amounts of astigmatism 4. Scleral contact lenses and other specialty lenses might be required for super-high astigmatism or keratoconus disease or prevention of keratoconus. READ MORE

  • Is it bad to wear contacts every day?

    1. Give your eyes time to reoxygenate periodically. 2. Make sure that you do not overwear your contact lenses as that your eyes could dry out, become infected and worst-case scenario develop an ulcer. READ MORE

  • How can I protect my eyes from wearing contacts for long hours?

    1. Cut down your wearing time. 2. Keep your eyes moist and refreshed all the time. 3. When wearing your contact lens, place a contact lens "rewetting agent frequently. 4. You may use a regular artificial tear lubricating drop when npt wearing your contact lenses. READ MORE

  • Why is LASIK performed awake?

    1. Most times LASIK is performed in an outpatient clinic setting or even an office setting.. 2. A short term relaxant might be provided. 3. However, a facility must have a license to provide anesthesia as well as a MD or Nurse Practitioner on-board if sedation is given. READ MORE

  • Can you get rid of cataracts without surgery?

    1. The mere presence of a cataract does not mean surgery is required. 2. Cataract progression can be delayed with control of diabetes, elimination of certain medications and perhaps usage of certain supplements. READ MORE

  • How long does it take to recover from retinal tear laser surgery?

    1. Lasers can seal a retinal tear 2. Recovery and recovery time depends on the severity and location of the tear, other complications related to the tear, the health of the eye as well as overall general health. 3. You should discuss all of your risk factors with your Retina Specialist. READ MORE

  • How long will my eye hurt after cataract surgery?

    1. Most times cataract surgery is uncomplicated and done with tony incisions and virtually painless. 2. Anti-inflammatory drops , antibiotic drops, Tylenol or Advil are used to prevent possible causes of pain 3. Notify your Ophthalmologist if you have any persistent or severe pain READ MORE

  • What age is best to get laser eye surgery?

    1. There are different types of laser eye surgery. 2. Refractive laser eye surgery for near-sightedness and astigmatism is probably best between 21 and 50. 3. The eye's refractive power usually stabilizes between age 18-21. Cataracts may start after age 50. READ MORE

  • When should I call the doctor after cataract surgery?

    1. If you have a red, painful eye or discolored matter from the eye 2. If you have injured your eye 3. If you have a question or concern that is bothering you. READ MORE

  • What happens if lens moves after cataract surgery?

    If might need to be repositioned or replaced. READ MORE

  • Can lack of sleep cause blurred vision?

    You could get dry, irritated eyes that blur your vision. READ MORE

Dr. Helen A. Davis, MD's Practice location

Helen Davis, MD

741 North Church Street -
Mount Pleasant, PA 15666
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Dr. Helen A. Davis, MD has a rating of 3 out of 5 stars based on the reviews from 4 patients. FindaTopDoc has aggregated the experiences from real patients to help give you more insights and information on how to choose the best Ophthalmologist in your area. These reviews do not reflect a providers level of clinical care, but are a compilation of quality indicators such as bedside manner, wait time, staff friendliness, ease of appointment, and knowledge of conditions and treatments.

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