If you’ve been experiencing dry, uncomfortable, and itchy eyes, it’s natural to wonder if allergies are the culprit. Allergies can contribute to dry eye symptoms, which an optometrist can diagnose. However, there could be other reasons your eyes feel dry and uncomfortable. How Do Allergies Affect Your Eyes? Individuals can develop an allergic reaction when […]
In your child’s classroom, you may notice more eyeglass wearers than ever, and that’s because myopia, or nearsightedness, is affecting more and more children. Your child’s eyes are growing and changing, making their annual eye exams crucial to detecting eye problems like myopia. If your child’s teacher notices your child struggling to see the board […]
Are you getting the most out of your contact lenses? Modern technology has given optometrists a toolkit of contacts that go far beyond simply correcting vision. Some contact lenses may even slow myopia and protect children’s vision as they grow and experience the world. Orthokeratology, also known as ortho-k, uses specially designed lenses that temporarily […]
There’s a lot you can do for your child’s vision that will impact them all the way through adulthood. Eye exams may give you an early insight into potential issues, such as myopia. Researchers estimate that by 2050 as much as 50% of the world will have this progressive condition. All around the world, eye […]
Have you ever heard of ortho-k lenses? Your optometrist might’ve mentioned them as an alternative to eyeglasses or standard contact lenses to correct your vision. These are a special type of contact lens used to correct your vision while you sleep. That’s right; you may be able to correct your vision while you sleep! Ortho-k […]
Did you know that caring for your eyelids can have a significant impact on your overall eye health? While many of us focus on things like regular eye exams and wearing sunglasses, good eyelid hygiene is equally important. Your eyelids are in charge of protecting your eyes, keeping them lubricated, and spreading tears evenly across […]
You don’t have to suffer from dry eyes. Dry eye disease impacts millions of Americans every year, and it can be more than just a minor inconvenience. Living with untreated dry eyes can make it difficult to perform everyday tasks and even cause damage to the surface of your eye. If you have already discussed […]
Myopia, commonly known as nearsightedness, is a vision problem in which people can see close-up objects clearly, but objects in the distance appear blurry. The American Optometric Association estimates that myopia impacts nearly 30% of Americans, making it one of the most common vision problems nationwide. Myopia typically develops during childhood and can continue to […]
Your vision allows you to perceive and understand your surroundings, perform daily tasks, learn, and drive. Caring for your eyes can help prevent vision problems later. Not all vision problems present with symptoms, but when you have difficulty seeing at varying distances, you may have a refractive error. When you’re nearsighted distant objects appear blurry, […]
Blepharitis is an eye condition that causes inflammation of the eyelids. It can be unsightly and cause discomfort, but unlike pink eye, it’s not contagious and doesn’t spread from person to person. Blepharitis is a common eyelid condition that occurs in 37–50% of people at some point. While it rarely causes long-term damage to the […]
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