If your eyes are inflamed, make sure you splash them with cold water and then use moisturizing drops until you can get in to see us. When your eyes get inflamed, conjunctivitis is a possibility, so you always need to see us.
If you notice any sudden changes in your vision, such as double vision or blurriness, it’s important that you see your optometrist right away. Your doctor will perform several different tests, including a visual acuity test, tonometry, and retinal examination.
Vitamin A is an important vitamin to have in your system to protect your eyes. If you get plenty of vitamin A, you will reduce your likelihood of getting cataracts or night blindness. Both conditions affect sight.
Do you take proper care of your contact lenses? Proper care can protect you from Acanthamoeba keratitis, an infection that can threaten your eye sight.
Never look directly at the sun as the sun’s radiation can blind you. Even quick glimpses can cause damage that rarely comes undone, even with rest and time.
"Glaucoma" is a general term describing a range of conditions that damages the optic nerve and impairs vision, often due to increased pressure in the inner eye. While close to 3 million Americans are estimated to have glaucoma, nearly half remain undiagnosed and untreated.
Glaucoma is a complicated eye disease during which the optic nerve that carries visual information from the eye to the brain is damaged due to increased pressure in the eye (called intraocular pressure, or IOP). Glaucoma can leaded to permanent and irreversible vision loss, which is why early diagnosis and treatment is so important.
Sleeping in contacts happens by accident, but don’t sleep in them regularly. Contacts block the flow of air to your eyes and dry them out.
Following proper hygiene protocols will help keep your contact lenses fresh and will protect you from infection. Some aspects of this are to avoid sharing contact lenses with another person, as well as putting your contact lenses in your mouth.
Changes to your vision, such as clouded eyesight, seeing halos around lights, narrowing of the vision field, blind spots, or a sudden surge in floaters could signal serious conditions, and a visit to an optometrist is recommended.
Do you often forget to take out your daytime only contact lenses before bed? Remember, bacteria and dirt can become lodged under lenses, leading to irritation and possible infection.
What’s the difference? An optometrist tests vision, dispenses corrective lenses, prescribes medications and manages vision changes. An optician uses vision prescriptions provided by an optometrist to help choose, verify and fit corrective lenses and eyeglasses.
It’s important to remember that past eye health isn’t always a good predictor of future eye health. Since conditions of the eye can deteriorate rapidly as we age, it’s always a good idea to stay on top of your annual eye exams to ensure you catch any potential issues early.
Glasses work to improve our vision through lenses. Even if the lens in your own eyes doesn’t work properly, glasses with their lenses can help. Our office can help you see more clearly and help set the future in your sight.
Your mother was wrong, at least about one thing: Reading in the dark won’t cause your vision to deteriorate. The worst it will do is give you a temporary headache. Just don’t tell her we told you so.
Conjunctivitis (pink eye) occurs when tissues lining the eyelid and covering the white portion of the eye become inflamed or infected. The most common causes are bacterial or viral infections or allergic reactions to compounds like chlorine, cosmetics, pollen or other irritants.
Did you know that the most prescribed product by optometrists is artificial tears for patients with dry eyes? Most patients are not aware that UV rays can damage their eyes, and not just their skin. Be sure to wear sunglasses when outdoors.
Did you realize some foods are just naturally good for your eyes? They contain nutrients that help keep eyes healthy and fit. Here are a few you might want to increase in your diet: fatty fish, eggs, blueberries, tomatoes, broccoli, and of course, carrots.
In addition to wiping your lenses to get rid of dust and other miscellaneous items, it is also a good idea to wash them to eliminate grease, oil, and other pollutants. Bring your glasses buy for a quick cleaning by our courteous staff.
Once you obtain your new glasses it is important to monitor them to ensure that they fit correctly and that their strength is appropriate for your level of vision. A routine visit to your optometrist will do just this.
Optometrists in the United States are licensed to diagnose and treat eye disease through therapeutic drugs and diagnostic. They are physicians of the eye and are held to the same standards as other doctors.
What should you expect at your regular eye examination? The optometrist will look at your retinas with a special light to ensure they are healthy; monitor how your pupils react to changes in light; and test your vision, among other things.
Many people prefer wearing contact lenses because of their convenience and the look they deliver. Technological advancements have made contact lenses lighter and available for almost anyone, regardless of their prescription. If you are thinking about contacts, let us fit you with them.
Looking for the right pair of eyeglass frames for your triangular face (deemed triangular based on fittings and facial matching)? The classic triangle-faced person is best served by the Ray-Ban style: lots of detail on top and a lean base whereby to draw attention away from an overly strong jaw.