Entries by Kristopher A. May, OD, FAAO

Myopia Control In Coldwater, MS

Progressive juvenile vision changes require decisive clinical intervention to protect long-term ocular health. Coldwater Vision Center provides advanced treatment strategies designed to manage axial elongation in children. Using specialized diagnostics, our team-driven staff designs customized therapeutic plans that slow prescription changes and safeguard future visual acuity. Managing childhood development involves monitoring eye health closely as […]

Screen Time vs. Eye Health: Protecting the Next Generation of Coldwater Students

Digital habits are rapidly changing the way children’s eyes develop, leading to an unprecedented rise in nearsightedness among local students. Understanding the impact of prolonged near-work is essential for parents who want to preserve their children’s long-term visual health and academic performance. Families in our community are seeing more “screen time” than ever before, which […]

Hard-To-Fit? Why Scleral Lenses Are Changing Lives In Tate County

Traditional contact lenses often fail to fit patients with irregular corneal shapes or severe ocular surface disease, leading to discomfort and poor visual clarity. Scleral lenses offer a revolutionary alternative by vaulting over the sensitive corneal tissue and resting on the white part of the eye for unparalleled stability. Tate County residents living with keratoconus often struggle […]

How Your Eye Exam Detects Early Signs Of Diabetes In Coldwater

A comprehensive eye exam serves as a critical window into your systemic health, allowing Dr. May to identify vascular changes before physical symptoms appear. By examining the delicate blood vessels in the retina, our clinical team can detect early markers of diabetes and initiate necessary preventative care. Have you ever wondered why a dilated exam […]

Why Wait And See Is No Longer The Standard For MS Myopia in 2026

Pediatric vision preservation in Northwest Mississippi has transitioned to proactive intervention through the MiSight FDA-Approved Myopia Management Protocol. This clinical approach uses specialized soft contact lenses to slow axial elongation in nearsighted children. Families in Tate County now have access to medical technology that reduces the lifelong risk of retinal detachment and glaucoma associated with high […]

What is Vitreous Detachment and Why Does it Happen?

Vitreous detachment is a common eye change that many people experience as they get older. It often comes as a surprise because symptoms can appear suddenly, even though the process itself develops over time. While the name can sound quite frightening, vitreous detachment is usually not considered to be a dangerous situation. Understanding what’s happening […]

What is a Vitreous Detachment?

A vitreous detachment happens when the clear, gel-like substance inside your eye—called the vitreous—separates from the retina. The vitreous fills most of the eye’s interior and helps maintain its round shape. Over time, the gel naturally shrinks and becomes more liquid, which can cause it to pull away from the retina. This is a common […]

Promoting Eye Health in Children

Children rely on their vision to learn, explore, and connect with the world around them. Yet, because kids rarely notice when something’s off with their eyesight, early eye care often gets overlooked. Promoting healthy vision from the start can make a lifelong difference, helping kids succeed both in and out of the classroom. Your  Coldwater, […]