If you use prescription sunglasses, select only those lenses that have the highest UV blocking ratings available. We carry a full line of polarized, gray, green, and yellow lenses for all of your needs.
While glaucoma is most closely associated with growing older, others are also at risk. For example, those who are nearsighted (myopic) are at risk for early development of this disease. More frequent checkups are advised for those with myopia.
While the annual eye exam is often sufficient for most people, there are times when it’s wise to schedule more frequent appointments. If you experience eye pain, swelling or hazy vision, come see us as soon as possible.
Some of the main treatment options for nearsightedness include laser procedures such as LASIK, glasses, contact lenses, and corneal-reshaping procedures.
It’s important to remember that vision issues can occur so slowly over time that you may not realize the subtle changes as they occur. If you’ve been experiencing more headaches than usual lately, that could be an indication that your vision has changed.
While everyone has occasional floaters in their visual field, an increase in floaters or what looks like a shower of sparks in front of your eyes is a different story. If you experience these visual issues, you may want to schedule an eye appointment right away.
An eye exam can reveal early onset diabetes, glaucoma, cataracts and other eye diseases that can impair or even compromise your vision. This is why adults should have regular eye exams. Young children and teens should too.
What you don't know about your Vision Benefits Can Hurt You! Your policy allows for an annual dollar amount for benefits like eye exams, getting glasses or contact lenses, (often between $120-$1000) but if you don't use your coverage by December 31st, you will loose that money forever! The vision insurance benefits that you paid for, do not carry over to the next year. If you have a flexible spending account FSA or HSA for healthcare, that often expires December 31st as well.
Blinking lubricates the eye and is an important feature of good eye health. One common problem with watching too much electronic media is that digital screens typically cause the eye to blink less frequently.
Optometry has quickly become more in demand during the last several decades. Our aging population is requiring more frequent visits to the eye doctor, and our children are in need of improved vision care. New technology is aiding in more advanced eye care.
Did you know that regular exercise could reduce your risk of vision issues? A study suggests that even moderate activity like walking can decrease your risk of macular degeneration by as much as 70 percent.
Studies show that glaucoma is particularly prevalent in African-Americans and Hispanics who are 65 years old or older. In fact, the most common type of glaucoma is up to 4 times more likely in African Americans than in white Americans, according to experts.
Did you know that many eye diseases are curable or at least treatable if they are detected early? Common eye conditions include glaucoma, cataracts, refractive errors, and diabetic retinopathy.
If you’ve been diagnosed with bacterial conjunctivitis, take steps to reduce the risk of reinfection. Wash hands often but avoid touching your eyes. Pitch or sterilize all cosmetic applicators. Throw away and replace all eye cosmetics (mascara, shadow, concealer, etc.).
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.
Swollen blood vessels on the white portion of your eyes are most often related to allergies. Pet dander, dust, and free-floating allergens like pollen can wreak havoc on otherwise healthy eyes, which can be treated by an optometrist.
Are you using fresh solution on your contact lenses? The contact lens solutions should be discarded when you open the case, and fresh solution should be put in the next time you put the contact lenses back in the case.
You probably already know lots of people wear glasses. Care to guess what percent of the U.S. population opts for vision correction with glasses or contact lenses? If you guessed around 60 percent, you're right.
If you wear contact lenses, take them off before removing makeup to avoid getting bacteria on a lens. Using water-based and oil-free makeup removers is best. Also, try to avoid wearing mascara that lengthens your eyelashes. These types of mascaras have fibers in them that can flake off and irritate your contact lenses.
As eyeglasses began to become popular, the center of the eyeglass universe was Florence, Italy, in the 1460s, according to historians. Entrepreneurs manufactured convex glasses and also developed concave glasses for near-sightedness.
If you decide to go with contact lenses, do not throw away your regular glasses. We find that it takes a little time to get used to contacts, and it may be necessary to use your regular glasses now and them during the “breaking in” period.
Are you at risk for glaucoma? You might be, if someone in your family has been diagnosed with this condition, because it tends to run in families. It’s also more common in those with high blood pressure, diabetes, or extreme nearsightedness.
