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What are eye exams for?
Here is why you need an eye exam every single year Your eyes are “fine”, right? We get it; no one wants to go searching for problems. For many of us, if our vision seems to be okay and we feel our lens prescription is still holding, then we can easily convince ourselves that we […]
Working from Home & Why Your Eyes Are Suffering
It’s true; the paradigm has shifted when it comes to office work. Many of us are still working from home thanks to the pandemic. Many companies have simply opted to make office work optional for the foreseeable future, which means we are seeing an unparalleled amount of people that work out of their home office […]
Let’s Dispel the Myths of LASIK Eye Surgery
LASIK, otherwise known as Laser-Assisted In Situ Keratomileusis (say that 5 times fast, or just try saying it once!), is an eye procedure that has been around since 1999 when it was approved by the FDA. In true 90s fashion, it brought with it a bunch of hearsay in the form of myths and rumors. […]
Who is the Best Eye Doctor Near Me? Here’s How to Know
It’s one thing to google “best eye doctor near me” and land on a dozen results. However, how can you actually vet these businesses? Does Google even know what constitutes a good, credible eye doctor? The truth is, Google has no idea. It uses an algorithm based on the distance from your current location, […]
Why are my eyes so dry?
Do your eyes feel dry after looking at a computer screen for several hours or when you’re sitting in an air-conditioned room? If you are experiencing a stinging or burning in your eyes, you may have dry eye. It’s a common condition and treatment is available to help you be more comfortable and prevent dry […]
Smooth out lines and wrinkles with BOTOX and JUVEDERM
When our faces begin to show the signs of aging, people often think they need to go under the knife to turn back time. Cosmetic injectables such as BOTOX Cosmetic and JUVEDERM are popular, non-invasive treatment options that are safe and effective and work quickly to restore a more youthful, rejuvenated look. Here we tale […]
Consider LASIK? 4 criteria to know
LASIK laser vision correction is an incredibly popular procedure as patients grow tired of having to reach for glasses or spend time putting in contacts every day. How do you know if you’re a candidate for this procedure? Read on to learn about four criteria. You are 18 years old or older. LASIK is an […]
Your eyes and the sun
Most of us remember to apply sunscreen to our skin to protect it from the sun’s harmful rays. Don’t forget to protect your eyes as well. Ultraviolet radiation from the sun or indoor tanning can damage the eye and surrounding tissues. Here’s a look at eye conditions you can avoid by taking special care when […]
5 steps to reduce eyestrain
Your smartphone, tablet and other screens might be to blame for your eyes feeling dry and tired and your blurry vision at the end of a day. But giving up the digital devices that cause eyestrain is not realistic or possible. So, here are five steps you can take to reduce or prevent eyestrain when […]
9 tips for healthier eyes
It’s easy to take good vision for granted. That’s why you should take steps to protect your eyesight and prevent or prolong eye problems and diseases from developing. Here are some ways to improve the health of your eyes, especially with aging: Eat a balanced diet. Certain foods such as green, leafy vegetables have vitamins […]