Myopia, or nearsightedness, is becoming an increasingly prevalent vision problem across the US. Over 40% of Americans are estimated to have myopia, and this percentage is only likely to rise. If left untreated, myopia will most often progress and can put you at an increased risk of developing serious and potentially vision-threatening eye conditions. The […]
Contact lenses are a common solution for people with vision problems. With over 45 million Americans estimated to use contact lenses, you may wonder what specialty options are available for you to make sure your vision is at its best. There are several different types of specialty contact lenses designed to correct particular issues in […]
Nearsightedness, or myopia, is a common condition that makes it difficult to see objects far away. If you’ve recently noticed that your vision gets worse the further away things are, you may be dealing with myopia. If you’re dealing with myopia, it’s unlikely that it’ll change. While the symptoms are treatable through the use of […]
Dry eye is a common condition that affects up to 50 million Americans. This condition can lead to other issues with your eyes such as styes. Dry eyes can lead to styes in some individuals, as dryness can lead to eyelid irritation and increase the risk of infections, which can result in having styes. Having […]
Dry eye is a common condition that affects millions of Americans every year. The lack of moisture from insufficient or quality tears can cause burning, itching, or scratchiness in the eyes. Anyone can get dry eye, but you are more at risk if you are 50 and over. Vitreous detachment, another eye problem, also shares […]
There are plenty of things that can cause dry eyes. Dry, winter weather, allergies, or meibomian gland dysfunction are all common things that come to mind. A minor amount of dry eye therapy is often enough to relieve the symptoms. But with the rise of digital screen use, people are beginning to wonder if blue […]
Your annual eye exam is like a routine physical exam at your doctor’s office. It’s one medical appointment you shouldn’t be putting off, no matter how long it takes. Eye problems tend to get progressively worse, some without showing noticeable symptoms. That’s where annual eye exams come in. They can help detect eye diseases and […]
Our eyes and vision are one of the most important senses we have to take in the world around us. It can be scary when we start noticing symptoms that pose a risk to our sight. Dry eyes are a common condition that can cause discomfort and even vision loss. The eye constantly produces tears […]
The prevalence of myopia, also known as nearsightedness, is increasing in the United States, as well as across the world. In the US alone, one in four (25% of) parents has a child that has been diagnosed with myopia. While it is a common eye problem experienced by children, many of them may not even […]
Eyelid Health & Evaporative Dry Eye Dry eye is more than an uncomfortable sensation. Chronic dry eye is a disease that can get in the way of everyday tasks, from clear vision to wearing contact lenses. Untreated, dry eye can also impact vision and eye health. While multiple treatments and medications are available for dry […]
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