Are objects at a distance or close by appearing blurry? If so, it's definitely time for an eye exam! Visit our website to schedule yours today.
Yay! It’s officially Fall! What do you look forward to the most this season? Comment below!
Want to sharpen your hand-eye coordination skills at home? Here's an exercise you can do to stay sharp. Ask a family member or friend to toss an object at you in quick succession and in different directions and attempt to catch it. Do this several times a day/week and you'll see an improvement in your skills.
Which do you prefer to wear? Hit 👍 for glasses or ♥️ for contacts.
Thousands of sports-related eye injuries occur every year. Here’s a few tips on how to avoid them: Wear the correct eye protection and make sure they're polycarbonate lenses, they’re 10x more resistant to impact than other lenses. Wear additional protective eyewear, if you wear contact lenses or glasses. Wear eye protection if you've had any previous eye injuries or surgeries. Regularly inspect protective eyewear for any damages. Lastly, contact us to determine which protective eyewear is best for your needs!
Myopia (nearsightedness) affects an estimated 27% of people worldwide. That rate is expected to double in the coming decades, with its effects becoming more severe. Certain ethnicities, like South Asians, are currently most affected.
Smoking isn't only bad for the lungs, it harms our eyes. Cigarette smoke breaks down the lipid layer of tear film, leading to dry eye symptoms. Protect your eyes by avoiding smoking.
Have you decided on this year's Halloween costume? For most costumes, makeup is the most essential part! Here are some tips to help you avoid eye irritation or infection when using makeup:
In? Out? It's sometimes a fine line between your jump shot dropping into the hoop or caroming to a defensive player for a rebound. The finest shooters have out-of-this-world vision. Keep your vision skills sharp for sports.
Billions of people around the world experience vision problems because they don’t have access to the proper eyecare & glasses. Most of these vision impairments could have been avoided had they been diagnosed & treated early on by an eye doctor. When was the last time you had an eye exam? Make sure to get annual eye exams and encourage your family, friends, and colleagues to do so as well! #HopeInSight
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See how the cornea in this diagram is misshaped? No worries. Scleral contact lenses vault over the cornea, making them perfect for those with keratoconus and other corneal irregularities.
Would your children like to leave their glasses at home and still be able to see clearly? Orthokeratology (ortho-k) makes that possible. Children wear special contact lenses to sleep and wake up with excellent vision the next day. It gently corrects myopia (the elongation of the eye) and nearsightedness.
Sports vision training helps improve your visual skills, whether it's to keep your eyes focused on the ball, improve tracking to successfully complete a pass, or to enhance peripheral vision awareness and visual concentration skills.
Schedule your appointment today!
Eye injuries are more likely to happen at home than anywhere else. Home cleaning, yard work, or even just playing with the kids puts you at risk for an eye injury. Make sure to wear the proper protective eyewear when handling chemicals, flying debris, and dust particles.
Scleral contact lenses keep eyes feeling hydrated and comfortable all day long! We think that's a great reason to smile. #happyeyes #sclerals
An eyeball's elongation causes more than nearsightedness or myopia — It can lead to cataracts, glaucoma and macular degeneration later in life. That's why controlling myopia is vital.
Scary things happen on Halloween... don't let an eye infection be the scariest! Decorative contacts are a great addition to any costume, but when used without a valid prescription, they may seriously harm your eyes & vision. Contact us to get safely fitted & enjoy a healthy and fun Halloween.
Your benefits run out by the end of the year! Book an eye exam today.
Wash your hands with soap and water before handling contact lenses. Place 1 lens in the palm of your hand, add a generous amount of solution, and gently rub with your finger for about 10 seconds in order to remove any buildup on the lens. Then, rinse the lens with solution. Repeat with the 2nd lens — and ta-da! They’re ready to wear!
We live in a world flooded with digital devices. As a result, you may be starting to experience digital eye strain, which makes your eyes feel sore, tired, watery, and/or dry. To prevent this from occurring, follow the 20-20-20 rule!
Speak with us to learn about myopia management and how it can impact your child's future
Are the eye drops you've purchased at the drugstore really targeting the root of your symptoms? Get to the root of the issue by visiting your optometrist for an eye exam.
Beat the year-end rush! Use your vision benefits or flex spending plan. Schedule an appointment today.
Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a leading cause of severe vision loss in people aged 60 and older. If you are over 50, contact us to schedule your yearly comprehensive eye exam.
CAN I PREVENT MY CHILD'S PRESCRIPTION FROM WORSENING? Yes, you can. Myopia management has been scientifically shown to halt the progression of myopia. Offer your child a brighter future and book an appointment today.
Did you know that Dr. William H. Lawson was the first African American optometrist certified to work in the United States and Canada? He graduated in 1912 from the Toronto School of Optometry in Toronto, Canada.
Together we can make a difference. By educating and informing ourselves and those around us about cancer, we can challenge misinformation, stigma, and fear. #WorldCancerDay
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TEARS REGULARLY RUNNING DOWN YOUR CHEEKS? While it may sound paradoxical, you probably have dry eye disease.
We can help. Contact us for effective DRY EYE treatment today!
We’ve finally made it to the end of the week! Happy Friday everyone, and have a safe weekend!
