If you’re looking for an alternative to traditional eyeglasses or contact lenses, you may have heard of ortho-k. Ortho-k, or orthokeratology, is a type of specialty contact lens worn overnight to temporarily reshape your cornea while you sleep. When removed in the morning, you can enjoy clear vision during the day. As long as you […]
Dealing with dry eye syndrome can be frustrating and uncomfortable. The gritty, burning, irritating feeling can impact your day-to-day life and make wearing contacts difficult, but fortunately, there are options available for dry eye therapy. One of these options is the use of specialty contact lenses. When it comes to dealing with dry eye syndrome, […]
Have you ever experienced severe eye discomfort after spending the day on the beach or enjoying the snow-covered landscape? Were you wearing low-quality eye protection or none at all? Sunburned eyes are a possibility after a day of fun in the sun. Like your skin, the sun can have painful, long-term effects on your eyes […]
Have you ever felt something in your eye, even when you couldn’t see anything? That gritty feeling can be described as the sensation of having sand in your eyes. It can be uncomfortable and sometimes even painful. But what causes this feeling? Gritty eyes can be caused by several conditions, including dry eye. The first step […]
As technology improves more and more every day, so too do our methods of accessing healthcare. There’s a new convenient way to get an eye exam: a telehealth eye exam. Through the use of video technology like the Topcon RDx, you’re now able to communicate with an eye care professional virtually and receive an eye […]
Glaucoma is an eye condition that can affect anyone. Glaucoma can happen at any age, but certain groups of people are at a higher risk than others. While many doctors have studied this condition, there currently are no known genetic markers for early indication of glaucoma to indicate how high your risk factor for this […]
Dry eyes can result from different factors, but a common culprit may be persistent allergies. Allergies and dry eyes can occur together, often with overlapping symptoms. One of the most common symptoms of dry eyes is itchiness and irritation, which usually manifests as redness or even a burning sensation in the eyes. If you experience […]
In a world where “time is money,” many people hesitate to book necessary appointments like comprehensive eye exams because they don’t know how long it’ll take. Seeing the eye doctor can indeed mean lengthy appointments at times, but you might be surprised to learn how short an exam could be: a typical comprehensive eye exam […]
For many people, contact lenses are preferable to eyeglasses. Contacts, after all, have a wider field of view, don’t obstruct your vision with frames, make some daily activities more convenient, and give you more options for non-prescription sunglasses. However, not everyone is a candidate for traditional contact lenses. Factors like your eye shape or eye […]
With the time we spend looking at computers or cell phone screens these days, digital eye strain, or eye fatigue, is rampant. We’ve all been there, rubbing our itchy and watery eyes, wondering when the day will be over. While many cases of eye strain are linked to digital device use, other activities, like driving […]
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