All you need to know as a current or prospective patient. Who Classifies? In order to qualify for the LASIK procedure you will need to make an appointment with your doctor to discuss your condition. The basic requirements to be eligible for the surgery are: Your need to be 18 years old or older Your […]
Costume contacts are a fun way to enhance your costume or to simply change up your look! With it being Halloween, it’s important to know how colored contacts can affect your vision and eye health. When working with colored contacts, it is important to choose FDA approved options and turn to your optometrist for help. […]
In an age of tech triumphs, online school and remote work it is hard to find a person who doesn’t have their eyes locked on a cell phone, computer or tablet. These devices are essential to our daily life; keeping us connected to one another and on top of our responsibilities. However, all this time […]
People have been using tools to help them see clearly since at least 60 A.D.
Are carrots actually good for our eyes? At one point or another, we have all been told that carrots are good for our eyesight. Is that actually true? While carrots are a super source of Vitamin A, it takes more than snacking on carrots to protect your vision! Nourishing your eyes from the inside out […]
Sleep deprivation hits the body and mind a lot like alcohol, but how does it affect our eyes?
As the weather starts to cool down and summer comes to a close it can be tempting to hide your sunglasses away, and forget to wear them on a daily basis. However, just because the air isn’t as warm doesn’t mean the sun can’t still harm your eyes. First off, let’s clear up what exactly […]
Doctor’s appointments can be intimidating, especially for kids. Your child may not understand why eye exams are necessary. Preparing your child for what they should expect from the eye doctor can calm their nerves and excite them for their appointment! Step 1: We are here to help! The first step is letting your child know […]
Our eyesight, among many other things, tends to change as we get older.
Most dentists will recommend a cleaning and dental exam twice a year, but how often do we need our eyes checked?