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 […]
Deciphering Your Glasses You’ve just had an eye exam and received an updated glasses prescription. After looking at your prescription, you might be puzzled by the abbreviations and measurements. For example, what does OS or OD mean? What does a minus or plus sign indicate? Understanding how to read your prescription is easier than it […]
Is LASIK Able to Fix Presbyopia? If you find yourself holding objects farther away to focus as you get older, you might be experiencing presbyopia. This condition can be irritating as you constantly need to adjust and strain your eyes to see clearly. As you get older, it’s vital to understand what causes presbyopia and […]
Can Myopia Get Worse With Age? Myopia is a common eye condition, affecting around 25% of Americans. Also known as nearsightedness, myopia causes difficulty focusing on objects at a distance. If you have trouble seeing at a distance, it could be a sign you need to get your eyes checked. If you’re an adult with […]
Can People With Dry Eyes Wear Contacts? Wearing contact lenses with dry eye disease can be complex. Because contact lenses sit on the eye surface and involve more interaction with the eye, there is more likelihood of irritation due to dirt and dust entering the eye, which can worsen dry eye. By working closely with […]
When Should My Child Have Their First Eye Exam? Your children’s health is extremely important. And while it would be difficult to overlook a cough or a fever, judging the quality of their eyesight can be a little harder to spot. In some cases, it could be bad, and you or your child might never […]
For some, eyewear such as glasses and contact lenses can be annoying and cumbersome to deal with even though they might be necessary to help correct their refractive error. For those afflicted with a refractive error who do not wish to wear corrective eyewear, another option exists — LASIK eye surgery. At Signature Eye Care, […]
10 Signs That Your Eyes Need To Be Checked Your eyes are vital for many everyday tasks, but problems can develop. Many different eye diseases can affect your ocular health, so how do you know when to have your eyes checked? Eye irritation can be common, so what are the signs you need an eye […]
If you’re suffering from headaches, sore neck, or tired eyes after using the computer or reading, what’s causing this discomfort? A common concern is digital eye strain, but there may be another factor at play. If you’re experiencing irritating headaches, your optometrist may recommend Neurolens as a treatment option, but what is this? Learn more […]
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