People who don’t prefer wearing eyeglasses usually opt for contact lenses. Unfortunately, some people experience discomfort while wearing contacts. If this is the case for you, your eye care provider might suggest scleral lenses.
How to Tell if You Need Progressive Lenses
Bifocal and trifocal lenses have a line through the center that separates each section of the lens. While this doesn’t always bother the wearer, some would prefer lenses that don’t have this distinguishing feature for cosmetic purposes. Called progressive lenses, they provide the same vision correction as their bifocal and trifocal counterparts.
4 Best Foods for Cataract Prevention
With each decade of life beginning around age 40, the risk of cataract development significantly increases. In fact, cataracts and other age-related eye diseases like diabetic retinopathy and glaucoma are some of the leading causes of blindness in the U.S. While there is no clear-cut way to prevent cataracts, eye care specialists say that valuable changes to […]
Tips on Taking Care of Your Scleral Contact Lenses
Many types of contact lenses can fulfill the needs of various patients and individuals, and scleral contact lenses are one of them. Scleral lenses are best for patients with irregular corneas, who suffer from dry eyes, have eyes that have deformities or are hard to fit with conventional eyewear. Their size and unique physical traits […]
The Differences Between Medical Eye and Routine Vision Exams
When it comes to your eye care, you must know what you are getting. You also should know what you actually need. Various terms are thrown around, including medical eye exams and routine vision exams. These two, in particular, might sound the same, but there are differences between them. Read on as we explain further below.
How Alcohol Consumption Might Affect Your Eyes
As fun as it may be to have a few drinks with friends, we all know that drinking too much alcohol has negative effects on our health. We all know about hangovers, but what about the effects that drinking may have on our eyes? We’re not here to preach about alcohol consumption (hey, even your […]
Springtime Eye Care Tips to Keep in Mind
Pleasant weather and plant growth are not the only things you come to expect during spring. It is also a time for allergy flare-ups, which cause symptoms such as congestion, headaches and itchy, swollen eyes. If you are planning to spend some time outdoors, be sure to prioritize your health. Aside from wearing face masks, […]
Promoting Kids’ Eye Health and Safety This August
August is Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month. This month-long observance is dedicated to preventing eye injuries and vision loss among children. It encourages parents to be aware of how to protect and preserve their young children’s eyesight through regular eye exams that will help detect early signs of vision-threatening conditions and determine the proper […]
Subtle Signs of Hidden Vision Problems in Children
Healthy eyes and clear vision are a critical part of your children’s development. That’s why regular eye exams are important. Sometimes, parents can easily tell if their child has a vision problem. However, some signs of vision problems are subtle.
What Makes Ortho-K a Great Choice for Active Young Adults?
Advances in myopia control have allowed preteens and young athletes to enjoy an active lifestyle, even if they have vision problems. One of these treatment options is orthokeratology (ortho-k), a safe and effective alternative to wearing eyeglasses or contact lenses.
