Simply put, astigmatism occurs when the eye’s cornea or lens has an irregular shape, causing light to bend unevenly and resulting in blurred or distorted vision at all distances. […]
What is Astigmatism & Should You Be Worried?
Eye Twitching During Pregnancy: What Does It Mean?
Also commonly known as blepharospasm, eye twitching is generally a repetitive and uncontrollable spasm or blinking of the eyelid. More often than not, the issue occurs with the upper eyelid and the exact reason why it takes place is still unknown. However, some experts associate it with causes such as stress, caffeine, and fatigue. […]
How to Get Scratches Out of Glasses
At Total Focus Optometry, we understand that your eyewear plays an important role in your everyday life. They help provide clear vision, reduce eye strain, and reflect your style and character. That’s why we offer an extensive selection of frames and lens options tailored to your needs and tastes. Keeping your glasses in impeccable condition […]
How Long Does an Eye Exam Take?
The average comprehensive eye exam takes about 30–60 minutes, but this can vary depending on the person. Regardless of the time it takes, the benefits of having an eye exam are worth it as they can give invaluable insight into your overall eye health and vision. […]
How to Unclog Meibomian Glands
Your optometrist can help unclog meibomian glands and promote healthy tears by clearing biofilm from your eyelids or melting the blockages with a range of effective treatments. […]
What Are Polarized Sunglasses?
Polarized sunglasses can protect your vision from sunlight bouncing off water, concrete, and snow. […]
Do Contact Lenses Expire?
However, like all good things, contact lenses have an expiration date. They can’t last forever—but, there are ways to tell if your contacts have expired. […]
Improve Blurry Vision with These 6 Simple Eye Exercises
Looking at a computer screen or reading for extended periods can cause eyestrain and blurriness. Follow the 20-20-20 rule – every 20 minutes, take a 20-second break and look at something 20 feet away. This lets your eyes relax and recover. […]
Healthy Eye Care Tips for Spring
You should talk to your doctor or optometrist as soon as you notice any signs of spring eye allergies. Doing so can stop them from worsening and causing serious harm. […]
Drink Enough Water: Your Eyes Depend On It!
All your organs, including your eyes, suffer when dehydrated. Your body stops making enough tears to adequately moisten the eyes, and dry eye syndrome and eye discomfort can be a result of this. […]
