If you work in an office, chances are you spend most of your time in front of a computer screen or another digital device. This can put extra strain on your eyes, causing them to feel fatigued.
[Read more…]4 Signs You Need to Schedule an Eye Exam
An eye exam is as important as your yearly physical or dental exam. Eye exams allow for detecting eye conditions in their early stages. Your optometrist will also evaluate your visual acuity, as well as eye movement and alignment. Further tests help identify signs of eye disease like cataracts or glaucoma or even health problems like diabetes and heart-related ailments.
[Read more…]All About AMD: Types, Symptoms and Treatments
Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is an eye-related condition that occurs when the macula, the light-sensitive tissue located at the back of the eye, gets damaged. As a result, central vision becomes blurred or distorted while peripheral remains intact. AMD is among the leading causes of vision loss among adults, and while it doesn’t cause complete blindness, the loss of central vision makes it difficult for an individual to recognize faces or perform daily tasks.
[Read more…]Answers to FAQs About Glaucoma
At Opti Care, our eye treatment and contact lenses specialists believe that the more people know about glaucoma, the better equipped they will be to find proper treatments. With the following answers to frequently asked questions, you can discover ways to preserve your eyesight.
[Read more…]What You Need to Know About Colored Contact Lenses
Around 45 million people in the United States wear contact lenses. Most wear them to correct vision problems, but some select colored lenses to change the appearance of their eyes. In this blog, eyeglasses and contact lenses experts at Opti Care discuss what you need to know about colored lenses.
[Read more…]What’s the Link Between Dry Eye and Migraines?
Dry eye syndrome occurs when your tear glands can’t supply enough lubrication for your eyes. Research has shown that there may be a connection between dry eye syndrome and migraines. It appears that there is a close relation in the underlying mechanisms that trigger symptoms of both conditions.
Methods for Slowing Myopia Progression in Young Patients
Myopia is a common vision condition that can affect both adults and children. This condition is caused by having an irregular eye shape or irregularly curved cornea. If you or your child has this condition, it may help to know that you have other options than eyeglasses.
Menopause and Your Visual Health
Hormonal shifts, like what occurs during menopause, can cause visual changes. During menopause, there is a decrease in estrogen and androgen levels, which can affect your health in different ways. In this post, the top expert on eyeglasses and eye health, Opti-Care, shares how menopause can affect your visual health and what you can do about it.
Popular Myths About Eyeglasses Busted
Eyeglasses are the most common vision correction tool available. However, there are some common myths about them that can cause confusion. In this post, the top eye doctor in the area, Opti-Care, debunks some of the most popular myths about eyeglasses.
Do’s and Don’ts of Wearing and Handling Contact Lenses
Contact lenses are a safe and effective vision correction tool when prescribed by a licensed optometrist and used correctly. Unfortunately, improper contact lens wear and care may cause various complications that can impact your vision. Read on as Opti-Care discuss some of the important do’s and don’ts when it comes to your contacts.
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