Cohen Eye Institute

02/01/2026

Check out this awesome five star review that Valerie gave us! You can check out more of our customer reviews on https://sotellus.com/reviews/coheneyeny/

01/30/2026

Let’s deconstruct the eye… literally
It’s not just “an eyeball”, it’s layers working together like a high-tech system. From the surface to the retina, every layer has a job, and when one is off, your vision feels it.
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01/29/2026

Check out this awesome review from Margarita Jaramillo

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01/28/2026

If you see an ad claiming eye drops can turn brown eyes blue (without surgery), swipe away immediately.

Here’s what they don’t tell you: to “lighten” your eye color, the chemical has to damage pigment cells in the iris. That pigment doesn’t vanish — it can break loose, float inside the eye, and clog the drainage system (like hair clogging a shower drain).

When drainage clogs, eye pressure can spike, which can lead to pigmentary glaucoma — a condition that can cause permanent vision loss and painful light sensitivity.
Your natural eye color is beautiful. Don’t trade your eyesight for a different shade.

If you’ve used or considered these drops, get checked by an eye doctor.

01/25/2026

Check out this awesome review from Kenneth James

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01/23/2026

Check out this awesome review from Rafael Nunez

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01/22/2026

FDA just approved “painless” Cross-Linking… but watch this first

There’s a new FDA-approved option (Epioxa) that sounds almost too good to be true: no scraping, minimal pain, and quick recovery.
But here’s the part you need to understand before you rush to schedule:

Comfort and convenience are great… but strength and long-term stability matter more, especially in more advanced keratoconus.

Traditional cross-linking can be more uncomfortable for a reason — removing the surface barrier can allow deeper treatment pe*******on and UV delivery, which may lead to a stronger result in certain patients.

Bottom line: Epioxa may be a great option for some, but it’s not automatically the best choice for everyone. The “right” treatment depends on how advanced your keratoconus is, your corneal thickness, and your risk of progression.

01/21/2026

A New Eye Implant Offering Hope in Severe Vision Loss

For patients with advanced retinal disease who were once told “nothing more can be done,” new implant technology may offer meaningful progress.
This emerging treatment is designed for severe vision loss, works by helping the brain detect light and contrast, and is still under clinical research—not routine care yet. While it does not restore normal vision, it may improve functional independence and quality of life for carefully selected patients.
This is progress rooted in science, not hype.

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01/20/2026

Check out this awesome review from Rosa

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01/19/2026

Itchy Lids? Check Your Lash Line
Do you have lash extensions… or eyelids that itch all the time?

You may not be dealing with “allergies” — you might be dealing with Demodex mites.

Here’s the biggest clue: waxy/crusty buildup at the base of the lashes (we call it cylindrical dandruff).

Extensions can make this worse because many people avoid cleaning the lash line deeply — but skipping proper hygiene can create the perfect environment for mites to overgrow.

Signs can include: itchiness, redness, irritation, and even lash shedding.

If this sounds like you: don’t panic — it’s treatable. Start by getting evaluated and learning a safe lash-line cleaning routine (especially if you wear extensions).

01/18/2026

Why Your Eyes Feel Dry Even When You Use Drops?

Dry eye isn’t always “not enough tears.” Many times it’s
**poor tear quality** , where the tear film evaporates quickly. Drops can help, but they’re not the whole plan.

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01/17/2026

Check out this awesome review from Beto ZHICA

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