August is Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month, which makes now the perfect time to spread awareness about children’s visual health. Here are a few tips from an eye doctor that will go a long way in safeguarding your children’s eyesight and visual health.
What You Should Know About LASIK
Laser in-situ keratomileusis, more popularly known as LASIK, is a type of eye surgery that corrects refractive errors. Many patients opt to undergo LASIK to reduce their dependence on eyeglasses or contact lenses.
FAQ: Understanding Astigmatism
Astigmatism is a common refractive error that causes blurred vision. For example, if you’re looking at your watch, the hour hand may appear clear, while the minute hand appears blurry. Your focusing ability may also change depending on how far away your watch is from your eyes. An eye doctor can help you determine whether you have astigmatism or not.
[Read more…]Fast Facts for National Cataract Awareness Month
June is National Cataract Awareness Month, and we’re doing our part to spread awareness about this eye condition. In today’s post, your trusted optometrist from Opti-Care explains what you need to know about cataracts, cataract prevention and cataract treatment.
What to Do If You Have a Scratched Eye
Eye scratches are surprisingly common, which is why everyone should be able to recognize the symptoms of this condition and know how to treat it. In today’s blog post, your trusted eye doctor from Opti-Care explains what you should do if you have a scratched eye.
Tips on Taking Care of Ortho-K Lenses for Parents
Orthokeratology, or “ortho-k,” is a noninvasive treatment method for refractive errors that involves the use of special contact lenses worn during sleep. In this blog, your local eye care specialists at Opti-Care shares tips on how to help your teenager take care of their ortho-k lenses.
Signs of Hidden Vision Problems in Children
Vision problems in children can be difficult to detect. Young children in particular may not consciously realize they have a vision problem. As parents, it’s important to be vigilant about your child’s visual health, especially given how important vision is to learning. In this blog, local eye care center Opti-Care discusses signs of hidden vision problems in children and discusses when you should call an eye doctor.
Vision Insurance: How to Choose the Best Plan
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.
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