With so much going on in your children’s lives, it can be difficult to keep up. However, it’s important to make sure they can see the world in front of them as clearly as possible. Did you know that children should have their first eye exam around the age of six months? If the first […]
Best Methods to Protect Your Eyes When Hiking: Preserve Your Vision on the Trails
When embarking on a hiking adventure, many of us focus on selecting the right footwear, clothing, and backpack. However, we often overlook the importance of protecting our eyes. The great outdoors exposes us to various elements that can harm our eyesight if not safeguarded properly. In this article, we will explore the best methods to […]
Boost Your Athletic Performance with Eye Workouts: Tips for Athletes
In sports, having spot-on vision is critical to success. While a good physical condition is essential for athletes, having healthy eyes is equally important. In this blog post, we will discuss a few things that athletes can do outside of the doctor’s office to give their eyes a strength workout on par with leg day. […]
How Seasonal Allergies Affect Your Eyes
Spring is a beautiful time of year, but for some people, it can be a season of misery. Itchy, watery, and painful eyes are common symptoms of seasonal allergies that can make the prettiest time of year the most dreadful. The good news is that relief is possible, and in this article, we will discuss […]
Can Amblyopia Be Corrected?
Amblyopia is, also known as “Lazy eye,” a childhood visual condition that results in a spatial acuity deficit in the affected eye. A lazy eye is the leading cause of vision loss in children. It happens because one or both eyes are unable to build a strong link to the brain. It mostly affects one […]
Blue Light and Protective Lenses
It seems as though most of our daily activities involve some sort of electronic device. Whether you are using a computer, cell phone, tablet, or even a smartwatch, our lives seem to be managed by technology to some degree. While these innovations can be extremely helpful in keeping us organized and streamlining our communication, the […]
3 Times When Your Child Should Visit the Optometrist
Having your child checked and treated for any vision problems he or she may have is crucial for their health. Visual skills are a vital part of learning, and vision problems can impede your child’s success in school and in life. Visual skills your child needs include eye movement skills, hand/eye coordination, near and distance […]
Why a Vision Exam is Good for Your Eyes – and Your Health
Did you know that an eye exam can detect signs of serious health conditions? According to a 2011 study, eye doctors found symptoms of some diseases before other healthcare professionals. This included diabetes, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol. Also, people are more likely to have a regular eye exam than an annual physical. So […]
Macular Degeneration
Macular Degeneration is the leading cause of vision loss in adults over the age of 50. It is considered an incurable eye disease. It can affect your ability to read, drive, recognize faces, and see fine details whether up close or far away. What is Macular Degeneration? Macular Degeneration is caused by the deterioration of […]
Keeping Your Eye Health in Mind When Choosing Your Halloween Costume
“Trick or treat.” It is that time of the year again when we go all out with our unique Halloween costumes and makeup. Whatever you plan to wear, it is important to keep your eyes safe and healthy from Halloween accessories and makeup. Halloween Masks and Costumes Halloween masks, if not worn properly, can be […]