Having vision insurance helps reduce the costs of eye care expenses. Just like health insurance, you pay a monthly premium for this coverage. While health insurance covers the cost of treating eye-related diseases or injuries, a vision plan covers the cost of regular eye care maintenance, including prescriptions for eyeglasses and contact lenses, as well as eye exam visits.
[Read more…]Can Patients Experience Dry Eye Symptoms Following LASIK Surgery?
LASIK is one of the most effective ways to correct vision problems. It rectifies refractive errors such as nearsightedness, farsightedness or astigmatism by reshaping the cornea.
[Read more…]How to Choose Your Ortho-K Doctor
Orthokeratology (ortho-k) is a cutting edge treatment method for refractive errors that’s an excellent alternative to eyeglasses and contact lenses. The treatment involves the use of specially designed and fitted contact lenses that reshape the cornea temporarily to improve your vision. It’s important to find an optometrist trained in ortho-k that can provide you with expert services.
FAQs: Contact Lenses and Children
Contact lenses are an excellent alternative to eyeglasses that many patients of all ages prefer for the convenience they offer. But are they actually safe for young children? Opti-Care, your premier eye doctor, answers that and more in today’s post.
Common Eye Hazards in the Workplace
Approximately 2,000 people in the U.S. sustain an eye injury in the workplace every day. The really startling statistic is that 90% of these eye injuries could have been prevented with the use of appropriate eye protection.
Ortho-K: What to Expect When Beginning Treatment
Orthokeratology (ortho-k) is a non-invasive treatment method for refractive errors seen as an alternative to wearing contact lenses or eyeglasses. The treatment is very effective, but it does involve an adjustment period that some patients find a bit challenging.
Useful Eye Health Tips and Hacks for Young Adults
Young adults, the demographic made up of 18 to 35 year olds, often lead busy lifestyles. Due to their hectic work or academic schedules, health, eye health in particular, can sometimes take a back seat to other matters, whether it’s paperwork, reports, or projects. The good news is that taking care of your eyes doesn’t take much time or effort, no matter how busy your schedule might be.
[Read more…]Myopia Progression in Children: Can It Be Slowed Down?
It is estimated that by the year 2050, half of the world’s population will have myopia, or nearsightedness. As of 2016, 40% of Americans had the condition. While there is no cure for myopia, the good news is that with the help of an eye doctor, there are ways to slow down the progression of the condition among children. [Read more…]
Bad Habits You Need to Break for Better Eye Health
Many eye problems are the result of bad habits and poor eye care. Along with visiting your optometrist for regular eye exams, correcting these habits is an important step in safeguarding your visual health. In today’s article, Opti-Care discusses harmful eye habits you need to break. [Read more…]
Important Questions You Have to Ask During an Eye Exam
Many eye diseases and conditions are unnoticeable at their early stages. That’s why it’s incredibly important for you to get an eye exam regularly. An eye doctor will be able to evaluate your eye health and treat any diseases that they can find. In today’s article, your trusted eye doctor from Opti-Care, discusses the questions you should ask during your eye exam. [Read more…]
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