Three Tips for the New Contact Wearer

You have officially made the transition to contacts. How exciting!  It may take a little time to get used to your new contacts, so we put together three tips to keep your eyes at ease. 1. Make sure your contact lens isn’t inside out.  A common mistake made by new wearers is attempting to put […]

When Allergies Strike This Fall

The seasons are changing and, of course, that  means your allergies are going to flare up again! Did you know allergies can be seasonal or perennial? Seasonal allergies are caused by allergens in the air during the change of the seasons. These allergens come from grasses, trees, weeds and even the air. Perennial allergies are […]

Eyes are the Window to the Soul

You’d be surprised how your eyes can be an indicator of general health problems.  A comprehensive eye exam could detect hypertension,diabetes or cholesterol issues. Making a trip to your eye doctor is a quick and painless way to take control of your overall health. For instance, sudden double vision could be a sign of a […]

Bad Sight Could be Genetic

We know hair color, height and facial features are passed down  from generation to generation, but what about  your sight? Does your gene pool actually affect the clarity of your vision?{{{image-3402}}} The answer is absolutely!  According to webmd.com, if one of your parents is nearsighted or farsighted, you have an increased chance of following in […]

Work Day Computer Screens Affect Eyes

It is almost impossible to avoid staring at a screen all day in this day and age.  Phone, computer and television screens are constantly surrounding us. All this screen time could be causing stress on your eyes. According to webmd.com, blurry vision or irritated eyes at work could be a strong sign of computer vision […]

An Eye Exam is Essential to Overall Health

According to thinkaboutyoureyes.com, 138 million adults in the United States do not take the time to get an eye exam. This means 50 million Americans are at risk for vision loss and eye disease. Take control of your eye health and visit your optometrist once a year to protect your eyes. The National Institutes of […]