Winter may bring dreary days and freezing temperatures, but don’t put away your shades! Wearing sunglasses in the winter is just as critical as shielding yourself from the sun in the summer. Glasses Protect Your Eyes from Irritants It is important to protect your eyes from harmful substances such as dust, smoke, pollutants, and ultraviolet… Continue reading Should I wear Sunglasses in the Winter?

Just like visiting the doctor once a year for a physical, visiting your eye doctor is an important part of health maintenance for everyone— from kids to adults. During a comprehensive eye exam, your eye doctor does much more than just determine your prescription for glasses or contacts. He or she will also check your… Continue reading Why are your eyes important?

You may enjoy good eye health and excellent vision throughout your retirement years, without being affected by significant age-related vision loss. However, aging does present you with an increased risk of eye diseases and other conditions that can impact your vision. You may already have begun to notice, possibly as early as your 40s, that… Continue reading What You Should Know About Age-Related Eye Conditions

Amblyopia is a medical condition that is commonly referred to as lazy eye. A person with amblyopia will have decreased vision in one or both eyes. This is usually caused in infancy or in childhood due to abnormal development in the eye or eyes. Generally, only one eye is affected, but there are rare cases… Continue reading Treatment of Amblyopia, Lazy Eye, or Strabismus

Ocular migraines are non-permanent, visual disturbances that can have an effect on either one or both of your eyes. Such migraines are usually painless and will sometimes lead to blindness in one eye for a short time usually less than an hour. It is a rare problem, and researchers suggest that its symptoms will manifest… Continue reading Ocular Migraines: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment

Summer is one of the most fun times of the year. With the warmer temperatures, you can finally enjoy all of those outdoor activities that your family loves. But, while you’re fishing on the boat, building sand castles at the beach or relaxing by the pool don’t forget about the potential dangers that the sun… Continue reading Don’t Forget Your Sunglasses!

As summer vacation winds down, parents always have a long list of things to do to prepare for the beginning of a new school year. However, most parents overlook getting their child’s eyes examined for any visual challenges. Eye care professionals are increasingly concerned about the growing number of undiagnosed eye conditions affecting children’s performance… Continue reading Back to School Eye Exams

Sunglasses are not only a fashion statement but can also protect your eyes from the sun’s harmful rays. They can offer all-year-round protection since they can be worn even during winter since the sun can still shine brightly and harm your eyes. Finding a comfortable pair that suits your lifestyle needs and protects you from… Continue reading The Importance of Sunglasses as Eye Protection

“Trick or treat.” It is that time of the year again when we go all out with our unique Halloween costumes and makeup. Whatever you plan to wear, it is important to keep your eyes safe and healthy from Halloween accessories and makeup. Halloween Masks and Costumes Halloween masks, if not worn properly, can be… Continue reading Keeping Your Eye Health in Mind When Choosing Your Halloween Costume

Macular Degeneration is the leading cause of vision loss in adults over the age of 50. It is considered an incurable eye disease. It can affect your ability to read, drive, recognize faces, and see fine details whether up close or far away. What is Macular Degeneration? Macular Degeneration is caused by the deterioration of… Continue reading Macular Degeneration