If you’ve ever received your glasses prescription and been completely confused by all the terms and numbers, you’re not alone. […]
How to Read Your Glasses Prescription: The Meaning of Sphere, Cylinder, & Axis
How to Slow Down Progressive Myopia in Children & Teens
Fortunately, there are effective strategies and treatments for slowing myopia’s progression and protecting your child’s eyesight. Sun exposure and limiting screen time are practical ways to protect your children’s vision at home. Treatments like Ortho-K contact lenses and atropine drops can also make a difference. […]
The Link Between Dehydration & Vision Distortion: Signs You Shouldn’t Ignore
However, the effects of dehydration can reach much further, potentially causing vision disturbances like double vision, dry eyes, and discomfort while wearing contact lenses. […]
What is a Vision Field Test?
Your field of vision is the area your eyes can see when looking straight ahead, including your peripheral or side vision. This test helps identify any blind spots, vision loss, or abnormalities that may indicate underlying eye conditions or health issues. […]
Can You Get Contacts Without Going to the Eye Doctor?
You cannot legally or safely purchase contact lenses without a valid prescription from an eye doctor. […]
What Happens If You Put in Too Many Eye Drops?
Overusing eye drops can cause:
-Rebound redness
-Increased dryness
-Irritation and allergic reactions
-Blurry vision
-Long-term health concerns […]
Does Diabetes Cause Macular Degeneration?
No, diabetes doesn’t cause macular degeneration. This health condition can increase the likelihood of developing certain eye conditions, but macular degeneration isn’t one of them. Instead, diabetes can lead to diabetic retinopathy or diabetic macular edema, two conditions that mimic macular degeneration. Or, diabetes can worsen existing macular degeneration. […]
Can You Get Scratches Out of Eyeglasses?
Fortunately, minor scratches on eyeglasses can often be reduced or even removed through the use of specialized lens cleaning kits that contain gentle polishing solutions. However, deeper scratches that penetrate more significantly into the lens material might require professional repair or, in some cases, complete lens replacement. […]
Why Am I Seeing Shadows in My Vision?
If you’re seeing shadows in your vision, don’t worry. Shadows can result from floaters, a benign, age-related eye condition. Black […]
Pink Eye vs. Allergy Symptoms: How to Tell the Difference
It’s important to see your eye doctor every 1 to 2 years, depending on your age and eye health. But […]
