According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), almost 21 million Americans suffer from vision problems. Your lifestyle and diet play a major role in the overall health of your … [Read more...]
Eye Conditions and Procedures That Can Prevent You From Flying
Discussing your travel plans with your eye doctor is always a good idea, especially if you have been diagnosed with a specific eye condition or about to undergo an eye procedure. Certain activities … [Read more...]
Is Your Child Ready for Orthokeratology Lenses?
Also called corneal refractive therapy, orthokeratology, or ortho-k, involves wearing specially designed gas permeable (GP) contact lenses. These lenses are worn during sleep and temporarily reshape … [Read more...]
What Are the Common Causes of Contact Lens Discomfort?
Contact lenses and eyeglasses are two of the most common options for vision correction. When worn properly, you shouldn’t experience issues wearing them. However, there are instances where patients … [Read more...]
Kids and Contact Lenses: Frequently Asked Questions
If your child has been wearing eyeglasses for some years now, there will probably come a time when they will want to try contact lenses. To help you prepare your child for this transition, here are … [Read more...]
4 Habits That May Be Hurting Your Eyes
Poor eyesight can happen for a number of reasons. Some major risk factors are your age, family history and the environment. However, what you may not be aware of is that some of your seemingly … [Read more...]
