Common Ocular Emergencies
Is Your Eye Pain an Emergency? Do you know when you should call the eye doctor if you have eye pain? Waiting too long to seek treatment can prolong your pain and result in permanent vision loss in some cases. Don’t Ignore Eye Pain Pain is a warning sign that should never be overlooked. Even […]
Common Eye Care Myths
Myths About Your Visual Health Misinformation tends to be confused with fact the longer it circulates. Unfortunately, that often means that people don’t have the information they need to make informed decisions about their general or visual health. Have you heard any of these eyesight myths and wondered if they’re actually true? Myth: You Don’t […]
Are Your Eye Problems Genetic?
How Your Family History Affects Your Vision You may have inherited more than your hair color and height from your parents. The tendency to develop nearsightedness, glaucoma, lazy eye, and other conditions can also be passed from generation to generation. Exploring the Way Inheritance Affects Your Eyes Eye diseases can be passed on through recessive, […]
Questions You Should Ask Your Optometrist
Essential Questions to Ask Your Optometrist During an Eye Exam Will you be visiting the optometrist soon? During your next appointment with the eye doctor, you may want to ask a few of these questions. How Often Should I See You? Your optometrist will recommend an eye exam schedule based on your age and any […]
Indoor Tanning and Your Eyes
Indoor Tanning May Increase Your Risk of Certain Eye Conditions A higher risk of skin cancer isn’t the only disadvantage of indoor tanning. Spending time in a tanning bed can also harm your eyes. How Indoor Tanning Affects Your Eyes The ultraviolet (UV) rays produced by tanning beds are just as harmful as those produced […]
Diagnosing and Using Vision Technology to Help Low Vision
What is Low Vision? Low vision affects close to 3 million Americans, according to the American Academy of Ophthalmology. You may have low vision if you have vision loss that can’t be improved with glasses, contact lenses, or surgery. Fortunately, a variety of aids and devices can help you make the most of your usable […]
How to Choose the Best Sunglasses
Tips On Picking the Right Sunglasses for Eye Health During UV Safety Month Sunglasses are more than just a fashion accessory. The glasses decrease your exposure to harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays produced by the sun and may help you lower your risk of developing several serious eye diseases. If you’ll be shopping for sunglasses soon, […]
Eye Makeup and Your Vision
How Eye Makeup Mistakes Can Affect Your Vision Do you use makeup to accentuate your eyes? Whether your go-to style is a smoky eye or you prefer a more understated look, eye makeup mistakes could increase your risk of eye irritation, infection, or vision loss. What Types of Eye Problems Can Be Caused by Makeup? […]
The Challenges of Night Driving and Your Vision
Do You Have Trouble Seeing While Driving at Night? No matter what your age, night driving can be a little challenging, whether you’re driving around the corner or across the country. Low lighting, glare, and other factors may make it difficult to see clearly and react quickly to hazards. Why Driving Is Harder at Night […]
What Causes Ocular Hypertension?
Ocular Hypertension Causes and Treatments Ocular hypertension occurs when the pressure inside your eye begins to rise. Although the increased pressure doesn’t damage your eye, it could increase your risk of developing glaucoma. If you’ve been diagnosed with ocular hypertension, treatment may help prevent the condition from worsening. Why Does Ocular Hypertension Occur? Aqueous humor, […]