[MBC Docuprime Episode 401] Dr. Hyo-sung Yoon of Gangnam Smile Eye Clinic Appears on Broadcast

On Sunday, April 4, 2021,

Dr. Hyo-sung Yoon of Gangnam Smile Eye Clinic

appeared on the [MBC Docuprime] broadcast.

What eye-related topics were covered on MBC Docuprime that day?

Modern people spend most of their day with electronic devices,

whether studying,

contacting friends, family, or loved ones,

working,

or resting.

How many hours a day do you use electronic devices?

That day, MBC Docuprime broadcasted a segment titled

‘The 100-Year Era: Protect Your Youthful Eyes!’

You can see a graph showing a steady increase in eye diseases

such as glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, and macular degeneration,

which are widely known as the top three causes of blindness in Korea.

Among them, ‘macular degeneration’ has shown a remarkable 60% increase.

The person who appeared on the show that day

said that their vision often becomes blurry while working on the computer.

They mentioned constantly rubbing their eyes

to see more clearly.

They also frequently cut their hands while cooking,

indicating significant difficulties in their daily life.

What is the condition of this person's eyes?

They decided to visit <Gangnam Smile Eye Clinic>

for an examination.

<Gangnam Smile Eye Clinic> is located on the 6th floor of Tongyeong Building, right in front of Gangnam Station Exit 10.

The eye exam results showed that presbyopia and early cataracts

were progressing.

In the early stages of cataracts, medication can slow down their progression, but if cataracts advance to the moderate or severe stages,

surgical treatment with an artificial lens is necessary!

* Cataracts require surgical treatment

to be completely removed.

If cataracts are too severe,

the surgical procedure can become more difficult, so

if you have cataracts, regular eye check-ups

are recommended to assess the progression of the cataracts

and undergo surgical treatment at an appropriate time.

Presbyopia and cataracts are distinctly different.

The commonality is that both appear due to aging.

Presbyopia causes blurry vision at close distances,

whereas cataracts cause blurry vision at all distances, as if a film covers the eyes, and vision cannot be corrected even with glasses.

It is an eye disease.

Rather than simply assuming it's just presbyopia, it's most important to visit a nearby ophthalmologist for an accurate diagnosis!

▲ For more details on presbyopia and cataracts at Gangnam Smile Eye Clinic?!

In addition to presbyopia and cataracts, which appear due to aging,

macular degeneration, also considered one of the top three blinding eye diseases,

is also increasing day by day.

What is macular degeneration?

The nerve tissue located in the center of the eye's retina is called the ‘macula’. It is a crucial part, responsible for over 90% of vision,

often referred to as the ‘eye within the eye’.

If compared to a camera, it acts as the film.

As the function of the macula declines, vision gradually decreases,

and in severe cases, it can lead to complete vision loss,

making it a frightening eye disease.

While factors such as genetics, race, and smoking contribute, ‘aging’ is considered one of the major causes.

The two images on the right in the photo above

show the visual field as seen by a patient with macular degeneration.

If objects appeared like that to our eyes,

would we truly be able to live our daily lives well?

Dr. Hyo-sung Yoon of Gangnam Smile Eye Clinic stated that vision lost due to retinal disease may not fully recover to its previous state, so

timely treatment is crucial.

To detect and treat it promptly,

individuals in their 40s and 50s should visit an ophthalmologist

at least once a year for an eye examination.

Lee Sang-hee, a national clay shooting athlete who won a gold medal in the individual event at the 2002 Busan Asian Games.

Clay shooting is a sport where competitors

shoot clay targets launched into the air with a shotgun,

and the winner is determined by the number of broken targets.

Since it requires hitting moving targets, the importance of dynamic visual acuity

is emphasized, and it demands high concentration.

Lee Sang-hee, who has now entered middle age.

What is the condition of his eyes?

Dr. Hyo-sung Yoon meticulously

examining his eyes again.

The eye exam results showed that both lenses were clear, indicating no progression of cataracts, and the macula was also healthy.

What could be Lee Sang-hee's secret to eye care?

The secret will be revealed on the [MBC Docuprime] broadcast!

▲ Curious about Lee Sang-hee's visit to Gangnam Smile Eye Clinic?

The U.S. National Institutes of Health

conducted a large-scale clinical trial for 5 years

on ‘Age-Related Eye Disease Study’.

The results showed that in patient groups who did not regularly consume lutein,

when lutein and zeaxanthin were additionally supplemented,

the risk of progression to late-stage macular degeneration was statistically

significantly reduced!

This was a meaningful finding!

Today, as new electronic devices are constantly being released

to make people's daily lives more convenient,

are you unknowingly overworking your eyes

just as your daily life has become more convenient?

We at Gangnam Smile Eye Clinic wish for your youthful eyes to remain healthy until 100 years of age!

▲ Location of Gangnam Smile Eye Clinic Busan Seomyeon Branch

Gangnam Smile Eye Clinic has also opened a branch in Seomyeon, Busan.

Residents of Busan can also visit without any burden :)

▲ Want to see ‘Synergy Lens’, the next-generation artificial lens from Gangnam Smile Eye Clinic that can simultaneously improve presbyopia and cataracts?

Frequently Asked Questions

What broadcast did Dr. Hyo-sung Yoon appear on?

Dr. Hyo-sung Yoon appeared on MBC Docuprime Episode 401 on Sunday, April 4, 2021. The broadcast covered the topic ‘The 100-Year Era: Protect Your Youthful Eyes!’, discussing modern people's eye health and major eye diseases.

How are cataracts treated in the early stages?

In the early stages of cataracts, medication can be used to slow down their progression. However, if cataracts advance to the moderate or severe stages, surgical treatment with an artificial lens is necessary, and surgery is the only way to completely remove cataracts.

How are presbyopia and cataracts different?

Presbyopia and cataracts both occur due to aging, but their symptoms differ. Presbyopia causes blurry vision at close distances, while cataracts cause blurry vision at all distances, as if a film covers the eyes, and vision cannot be corrected even with glasses.

What is macular degeneration?

Macular degeneration is an eye disease where the function of the ‘macula’, the nerve tissue in the center of the eye's retina, declines, leading to gradual vision loss, and in severe cases, complete blindness. It is a crucial part, responsible for over 90% of vision.

Is there anything that helps prevent macular degeneration?

Yes, according to research by the U.S. National Institutes of Health, supplementing with lutein and zeaxanthin significantly reduced the risk of progression to late-stage macular degeneration in patient groups who did not regularly consume lutein.

Where is Gangnam Smile Eye Clinic located?

Gangnam Smile Eye Clinic is located on the 6th floor of Tongyeong Building, 405 Gangnam-daero, Seocho-gu, Seoul (in front of Gangnam Station Exit 10). Additionally, a Busan Seomyeon branch has opened at 7th Floor, 22 Seomyeon-ro, Busanjin-gu, Busan.