Do you often find yourself rubbing your eyes or reaching for eye drops to relieve discomfort? While eye allergies and dry eye share similar symptoms, such as itching, redness, and irritation, they stem from different causes and require distinct treatments. Understand the differences between eye allergies and dry eye, explore their unique characteristics, and discuss […]
Eye Floaters: A Closer Look at Those Elusive Specks
Have you ever found yourself staring into the clear blue sky, only to be captivated by the subtle dance of tiny specks that seem to drift effortlessly across your field of vision? These elusive companions are known as eye floaters. While they may be a common occurrence, their presence often raises questions and curiosity. Let’s […]
Navigating Poor Weather Conditions and Night Driving
Winter can be a difficult time for your eyes. The cold temperature outdoors and the circulating air from the heaters indoors means your eyes will get irritated no matter where you are. On top of that, navigating poor weather conditions and night driving demands special attention. These scenarios present unique challenges that can impact visibility […]
What Do Christie Brinkley and Bono Have in Common?
A regular eye screening saved both from significant vision loss due to glaucoma. Both supermodel Christie Brinkley and Bono, the lead singer of U2, were diagnosed with glaucoma during a routine eye exam. Both were also surprised by the diagnosis since they weren’t experiencing problems with their vision. That’s the sinister nature of glaucoma, one […]
Maximize Your Vision Benefits
Every year, millions of Americans let their vision benefits go to waste. It is estimated that we collectively forfeit $400 million a year from unused FSA / HSA. Don’t risk losing your benefits this year. Maximizing these benefits before the year concludes is not only a savvy financial move, but a proactive step towards prioritizing your eye […]
The Most Iconic Eyewear in History
How many of these iconic eyewear do you recognize? Zoom in on the picture to see if you figured out who wore each of those unique glasses or sunglasses. In case you’re having trouble seeing it, we’ve also listed it out for you here: So what’s your eyewear look that your friends and family know […]
What Is a Telehealth Eye Exam?
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 […]
How Long Do Eye Exams Take?
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 […]
Can Keratoconus be Cured?
Your eyes and vision are ever-changing, and different conditions may affect your eyes and vision over the years. The first step to maintaining healthy vision is scheduling consistent eye exams with your optometrist so they can stay up to date with your visual development. Keratoconus is one of these vision conditions that can be challenging to […]
How Often Does Your Eye Prescription Change?
Consistent vision care begins at your optometrist’s office. Your comprehensive eye examination covers various important aspects of vision care, including checking if your eye prescription is up to date. But how often does your eye prescription change, and what can you expect during your eye exam? Let’s take a look. What to Expect During Your […]