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.
Spending too Much Time in Front of a Screen
Staring at your phone or a computer screen for too long results in blinking less frequently. Blinking is necessary for eye lubrication and cleaning, and it also stimulates the retina and gives your brain a rest. Prolonged exposure to your smartphone or computer can lead to digital eye strain, which causes symptoms like burning eyes, blurred vision, headaches and more.
Wearing Contact Lenses While Sleeping
Most contact lenses are not designed to be worn while sleeping. Failing to remove your contact lenses before bed can lead to infection. After your eye exam, your eye doctor can recommend the best kind of contact lens for you based on your needs. Make sure to ask them how to clean and take care of your contacts properly.
Not Drinking Enough Water
You should drink plenty of glasses of water throughout the day. Dehydration hampers your eyes from producing enough tears. This causes your eyes to become puffy, dry and red because tears are essential for your eyes’ nourishment and moisture.
If you need high-quality eyeglasses or contact lenses, then you’ve come to the right place. Opti-Care has served local patients since 1982. As a full-service eye care center, we go to great lengths to ensure that our patients understand exactly what’s going on with their eyes and what they should do to remedy the situation. We serve many areas in Maryland including Westminster and Marriotsville. Call us at (410) 795-8670 to schedule an appointment.