Dry Eyes | Symptoms and Treatment

To maintain vision and comfort, the eye depends on a flow of tears to provide constant moisture and lubrication. Tears are a combination of water, for moisture; oils, for lubrication; mucus, for even spreading; and antibodies and special proteins, for resistance to infection. These components are secreted by special glands located around the eye. When […]

Contacts 101 | Types of Contact Lenses

If you’re considering wearing contacts, the lens options you should choose can be overwhelming. Talking to your doctor and optician can help you decide which lenses are best for you and your lifestyle. Here’s a basic breakdown of the types of contact lenses and what makes them different. Contact lenses can offer a wider range […]

5 Reasons Why We Love Transitions Lenses

For those who wear glasses, finding proper sun protection can be a pain. You’re either squinting through sunglasses because they aren’t prescription, or wearing your sunglasses over your normal glasses. Both aren’t ideal. Transitions lenses – photochromic lenses that darken when exposed to daylight and lighten when indoors are a must have. There is no […]

Fireworks and Eye Safety Tips | Keep Your Eyes Protected

June is Firework Eye Safety Month The Fourth of July is one of our favorite times of the year! With cookouts, pool parties and picnics, Independence Day is a great day to spend with family and friends. The month surrounding July 4th festivities also brings an increase of fireworks displays and with that a spike […]

How To Choose The Best Lenses for your Glasses

We know how exciting it is to pick out a new fun frame to rock when buying eyeglasses, but have you ever considered the quality of lenses that go with it? A common mistake people often make when buying glasses, is not taking time to consider what will live inside their glasses frames. Importantly, the […]

Cataract Symptoms and How Cataracts Affect Vision

Cataracts are the leading cause of vision loss in the United States, and are a major cause of blindness globally. According to Prevent Blindess, by age 65, cataracts can affect over 90% of people in the US. But how do cataracts affect vision and what cataract symptoms should you look out for? What Are Cataracts? […]