Roth Vision Care

10/22/2025

Macular degeneration treatment. The future can be exciting!

08/06/2025

From epocrates: More evidence that GLP-1 RA use ups the risk of optic nerve damage

07/14/2025

Most people actually have this, and it’s benign. We only need to treat it if there are symptoms
However, knowledge is power

There’s a scarier, overlooked cause of dry eye — microscopic pests living in our eyelashes and eyebrows. 👀

06/05/2025

👁️ Scientists 3D-printed the first human corneas using a bio-ink made from stem cells!

The process takes just 10 minutes and can be customized for each patient, providing a way to restore sight to millions worldwide.

Researchers at Newcastle University have successfully 3D-printed the first human corneas using stem cells and a specially developed bio-ink.

This innovation offers a promising solution to the global shortage of donor corneas, with over 10 million people worldwide requiring surgery to prevent blindness caused by diseases like trachoma, and nearly 5 million already blind due to corneal scarring.

Using a low-cost 3D printer, the team extruded a stem cell-infused gel made from alginate and collagen to form a cornea in under 10 minutes — a process that maintained cell viability and shape fidelity.

The study, published in Experimental Eye Research, showed that corneas can be custom-printed to fit individual patients by scanning their eyes and using the data to shape the tissue. While the technology still requires years of testing before it can be used in transplants, experts say it holds enormous potential.

“This approach has the potential to combat the worldwide shortage,” said Professor Che Connon, who led the study. Until then, researchers stress that organ donation remains essential for those suffering from corneal blindness today.

05/26/2025

05/13/2025

Recall alert

We at Roth Vision Care don’t recommend any of these drops, but if you happened to buy them

The FDA and AvKare have reported a recall of eye care products, including drops and artificial tears, from BRS Analytical Service.

04/28/2025

Eyelid eczema

04/07/2025

Might have shared this before. Interesting perspective from when my father started practicing to what it is today

When he graduated soft lenses just came into vogue

12/28/2024

Remember not to shower with your contacts on!

https://www.instagram.com/reel/C9kzYy3B-Kf/?igsh=MXhzYzhpcDRpN2l5aA==

12/26/2024

There has been a recall on a certain lot of Systane Preservative Free Tears

10/31/2024

https://www.instagram.com/reel/DBv1UUbRe6L/?igsh=czdxam1jMDFzdmtj