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Dr. Victor Villegas, M.D.
Ophthalmologist
Dr. Victor Villegas is an ophthalmologist practicing in Miami, FL. Dr. Villegas specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Villegas 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. Villegas 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.
17 years
Experience
Dr. Victor Villegas, M.D.
- San Juan, PR
- University of Puerto Rico
- Accepting new patients
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What can be the cause of my blurry vision?
A complete ophthalmologic exam should be performed.
Why are my son's eyes dry?
Dry eye in children is an extremely rare entity and is usually associated to autoimmune disorders. Most children with suspected dry eyes have allergic conjunctivitis. If your child READ MORE
Dry eye in children is an extremely rare entity and is usually associated to autoimmune disorders. Most children with suspected dry eyes have allergic conjunctivitis. If your child has dry eyes, he needs a complete ophthalmological evaluation by a pediatric ophthalmologist.
Does a stye go away without treatment?
Hot compresses and eyelid hygiene can help reduce the swelling and pain of a stye. If it does not improve or get worse in a few days a complete ophthalmologic exam should be performed. READ MORE
Hot compresses and eyelid hygiene can help reduce the swelling and pain of a stye. If it does not improve or get worse in a few days a complete ophthalmologic exam should be performed.
Are eye floaters dangerous?
Floaters and flashes can be signs of a serious condition like a detached retina. A complete ophthalmologic exam with a dilated fundus examination should be performed.
How often do I need to clean my contact lenses?
You should clean your lenses daily to avoid infection.
Is it okay to fall asleep with your contact lenses on?
Sleeping with your contact lenses on can be dangerous and can increase the risk of infection.
Can antibiotic eye drops treat corneal injury?
Using antibiotic drops on a corneal injury can help reduce the risk of infection.
What's causing son's eyes to turn red?
It might be allergic conjunctivitis. A complete ophthalmologic exam should be performed.
What does pigmented lattice mean?
Lattice degeneration is a thinning of the peripheral retina. When lattice is present the retina is more susceptible to develop retinal breaks or tears.
Why is my eyelid twitching?
Eyelid twitches or spasms are usually caused by stress, fatigue or caffeine. They usually go away without treatment in a few days or weeks. If they are not improving a complete READ MORE
Eyelid twitches or spasms are usually caused by stress, fatigue or caffeine. They usually go away without treatment in a few days or weeks. If they are not improving a complete ophthalmologic exam should be performed.
When should I get laser eye treatment?
There are many factors that need to be taken into consideration to help determine if you are a good candidate. It is best to confirm with your doctor if you are a eligible for READ MORE
There are many factors that need to be taken into consideration to help determine if you are a good candidate. It is best to confirm with your doctor if you are a eligible for laser eye surgery.
Can contact lenses cause eye infections?
Contact lenses are safe if used and cleaned properly. It is important to follow your doctor's instructions on contact lens care.
What is the cause of eye twitching?
Eyelid twitches or spasms are usually caused by stress, fatigue or caffeine. They usually go away without treatment in a few days or weeks. If they are not improving a complete READ MORE
Eyelid twitches or spasms are usually caused by stress, fatigue or caffeine. They usually go away without treatment in a few days or weeks. If they are not improving a complete ophthalmologic exam should be performed.
Can children have laser eye surgery?
There are many factors that need to be taken into consideration to help determine if you are a good candidate. It is best to confirm with your doctor if you are eligible for laser READ MORE
There are many factors that need to be taken into consideration to help determine if you are a good candidate. It is best to confirm with your doctor if you are eligible for laser eye surgery.
What is normal eye pressure?
If you don't have an ocular condition, the normal eye pressure is anything from 21 or below. If you have glaucoma or ocular hypertension the pressure should be lower than that. READ MORE
If you don't have an ocular condition, the normal eye pressure is anything from 21 or below. If you have glaucoma or ocular hypertension the pressure should be lower than that. To lower pressure your doctor might prescribe glaucoma drops or decide if surgery is the best option.
What happens if you blink during laser eye surgery?
You will not blink during surgery because an instrument called a lid speculum will be used to hold your eyelids open.
What are the best eye drops for dry eye?
Dry eyes can be treated with artificial tears.
Why do my eyes hurt?
Eye pain is a non-specific symptom with causes ranging from dry eye, irritation, to less commonly high intraocular pressure. You should visit your ophthalmologist for a complete READ MORE
Eye pain is a non-specific symptom with causes ranging from dry eye, irritation, to less commonly high intraocular pressure. You should visit your ophthalmologist for a complete examination to find out the reason for your ocular pain.
Could I have cataracts?
A complete ophthalmologic exam should be performed.
What is used to keep your eyes open during LASIK eye surgery?
You will not blink during surgery because an instrument called a lid speculum will be used to hold your eyelids open.
