In this digital era, most people find themselves staring at the screens more than the actual world around them. At work, we stare at the computer screens all day long, while checking out our smartphones any chance we get. At home, we like spending our time in front of our TVs. We forget to give […]
As soon as you leave the eye doctor’s office, you look at the prescription. Although it is simple, the eye prescription may seem like a complicated series of abbreviations and numbers. The code helps your eyeglass manufacturer to know if you are farsighted or nearsighted. Moreover, it also helps to know whether you have presbyopia […]
We need regular exercises to keep our eyes healthy. The eye is just like any other muscle in our body. Often taken for granted, our eye health begins to deteriorate if we do not take care of it. As a result, some of us have to wear glasses or contact lenses to correct our vision. […]
It is highly recommend that you have your eyes checked at least twice a year. You never know if your eyesight is deteriorating slowly, and by the time you realize it, it is too late to rectify the problem. However, what you might not realize is that an eye exam can also uncover other health […]
An optometrist is an independent, primary health care provider who diagnoses and treats eye illnesses and connected structures, along with diagnosing related systemic conditions. The primary reasons why people visit an optometrist can be: FARSIGHTEDNESS AND NEARSIGHTEDNESS: Myopia, also known as nearsightedness, is a prevalent condition that is an aftermath of an elongated eyeball. The […]
Some people have dry eyes, which means their eyes don’t produce enough tears. On the other hand, some people have watery eyes, i.e. their eyes produce more tears than are required. Excessive moisture in the eye can hamper vision and cause discomfort, which is why this condition should not be taken lightly. If you find […]
Anyone who wears contact lenses knows that they can sometimes be uncomfortable and cause great distress. Yet, few people understand the reasons for the discomfort. On the surface, the situation is simple: you are wearing lenses because your eyesight is weak. However, there is more to wearing contact lenses than just that. Not only do […]
Although eye problems become a common occurrence as we age, the following eyesight related issues could affect anyone at any age. Our eyes are one of the most delicate organs in the body, along with being the most precious of our senses. Since they are so delicate and exposed to environmental woes, they are susceptible […]
You are starting to have eye problems – blurred vision, eyestrain, headaches – and your insurance says it will pay for an ophthalmologist, optometrist or an optician, but what is the difference? Which eyecare professional should you look to for help with your particular vision problems? Take a look below to decide. OPTOMETRIST: The term […]
From a young age, you might have heard about all sorts of things that damage or strengthen our eyes. The truth, however, may be a little different. Here are some of the myths: Reading in dim light harms your vision” Reading without proper lighting can cause your eyes to work a little harder than usual so they […]
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