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FAQ: Computer Vision Syndrome

What is computer vision syndrome? Computer vision syndrome, or CVS, is the discomfort or symptoms caused by focusing on a computer or technological device for a long and uninterrupted time.
Mar 1st, 2021

The Dangers of UV Rays

It’s always fun to go out in the sun, but sometimes, the sun can cause more harm than good. Many people are aware of the damage the sun can cause on the skin but don’t know about the impact on our eyes.
Feb 1st, 2021

Don’t Wait For Symptoms

Many people with medical eye diseases don’t show symptoms immediately, but with an underlying disease, the damage is already underway. Regular comprehensive eye exams are essential in diagnosing eye diseases early.
Dec 1st, 2020

Healthy Living for Healthy Eyes

Everyone probably tells you to eat healthy, exercise, and spend time away from the screen. Sure, it’s good for your health, but does it help your eyes?
Nov 1st, 2020

Contact Lenses for Hard-to-Fit Eyes

If you have astigmatism, dry eyes, or keratoconus, you may have a harder time finding contact lenses work for you. Specialty contact lenses may be the answer.
Oct 1st, 2020

Your Guide to Choosing the Perfect Eyewear

Many people with medical eye diseases don’t show symptoms immediately, but with an underlying disease, the damage is already underway. Regular comprehensive eye exams are essential in diagnosing eye diseases early.
Sep 1st, 2020

5 Reasons Eye Exams Are Important

Your eyes allow you to interact with the world around you every day and are a vital part of your daily life. By taking care of your eyes today, you are ensuring you will see your best for years to come.
Aug 1st, 2020

Are online eye tests any good?

Have you considered getting online eye tests? The idea of being able to get an eyeglass prescription and buy glasses without a trip to the eye doctor may sound appealing.
Jun 1st, 2020

Why You Need Multiple Pairs

Thanks to our busy lives, multiple hobbies, and all the activities in between, having multiple pairs of eyewear handy is a necessity. Even contact lens wearers should have alternative pairs of eyewear.
May 1st, 2020

The Right Lenses for Your Sport

Do you know the features to look for in your protective sports lenses? Protective sports eyewear helps to prevent injuries, allows you to see clearly, and can improve overall performance.
Apr 1st, 2020

Prevent Glaucoma: Regular Eye Exams

Did you know, half of Americans with glaucoma don’t know they have it? Glaucoma is often called a silent thief of sight because the early stages often have no symptoms.
Mar 1st, 2020

Perfect Glasses For Your Lifestyle

We believe that your glasses should complement your lifestyle and meet your vision needs! With everyone having different priorities, jobs, and activities in their life eyewear is not a one size fits all.
Jan 1st, 2020

Nutrition and Your Eyes

The foods you eat and the dietary supplements you take affect your overall health and the health of your eyes.
Dec 1st, 2019

Non-Glare: See Better and Look Better

We understand your eyewear has become part of your style and fashion. Not only do you want to show off your cool new frames, but you also want to make sure to reduce the glare on your lenses so people can see the natural beauty of your eyes.
Nov 1st, 2019

FAQ: Cataracts

Think you may be at risk for developing cataracts? Here is an overview of the most frequently asked questions about cataracts, including potential cataract treatment and congenital cataracts.
Sep 1st, 2019

Computer Vision Syndrome: Eye Strain

According to The Vision Council, 65% of adults experience some form of computer vision syndrome. Often individuals associate eye strain as a “normal” part of computer work.
Jul 1st, 2019

The Importance of Sports Eyewear

Whether you’re playing or watching the game, one incident everyone dreads is an injury. Injuries can prevent players from finishing the game, or worse, end an athletic career.
May 1st, 2019

FAQs: About My Symptoms

An overview and explanation of common eye symptoms. Whether you or someone you know is suffering from a common eye-related condition, we know that you want the facts!
Mar 1st, 2019

Tips for Choosing Your Perfect Eyewear

Have you ever gone to pick out new eyeglasses, but been overwhelmed by all your options? Do you ever struggle to know what eyewear shape looks best on you?
Feb 1st, 2019

Multifocal Contact Lenses

Multifocal contact lenses are yet another way to tackle presbyopia, a condition making it difficult to focus on objects up close.
Jan 1st, 2019

Know the Facts About Cataracts

Did you know, cataracts are the leading cause of blindness in the world? Cataracts affect nearly 20.5 million Americans age 40 and older.*
Dec 1st, 2018

Reasons Not to Compromise on Price

Have you ever been tempted to buy cheap glasses you see online or the reading glasses you found at a discount store? They look just as good as the prescription eyeglasses you paid full price for, right?
Nov 1st, 2018

Get the Facts About Lazy Eye

Lazy eye, or amblyopia, occurs when one eye fails to reach normal visual acuity, even with prescription lenses. In most cases, this begins in infancy and early childhood.
Oct 1st, 2018

Protecting Your Eyes with Safety Eyewear

Each year, more than 700,000 Americans injure their eyes at work and 125,000 Americans injure their eyes at home. However, almost 90% of these eye injuries could have been prevented with the use of safety eyewear.*
Sep 1st, 2018

Pink Eye Prevention

Pink eye might look and sound scary, but it is a common and easily treatable eye irritation. Also called conjunctivitis, pink eye most commonly affects those working in close proximity with one another.
Aug 1st, 2018

Common Eye Disorders and Symptoms

You should always take your eye health very seriously. Some of the issues you may experience with your eyes could be minor, but still require attention.
Apr 2nd, 2018

3 Simple Eyewear Fashion Tips for 2018

Having trouble with your vision lately? Well, you should schedule an eye exam. If you’re afraid that you’ll have to buy glasses, you should reconsider that fear.
Feb 21st, 2018

The Meaning Behind Colorful Eyeglass Frames

These days, eyeglasses do more than just increase our vision and perception. For many, the appearance of the eyeglass frames that we wear showcases our preferred style and ...
Apr 14th, 2017

Glass Lenses vs Plastic Lenses

There’s a lot to consider when thinking about glass lenses vs plastic lenses. Most of our patients don’t have enough information when it comes to the differences, and picking a lens material can be difficult for them.
Mar 15th, 2017

Eyecare for Blue Light Reduction

Light is all around us. Although it’s a fact that light can be both beneficial and harmful to your eyes and your vision, blue light in particular, is everywhere.
Feb 15th, 2017

Listen To The Signs From Squinting

At some points in our lives, most of us have uitsquinted with our eyes to try to see things clearer. It’s a force of habit that we squint to improve our farsightedness.
Jan 14th, 2017

7 Tips in Traveling With Eyewear

Traveling with eyewear, such as sunglasses and eyeglasses, sounds like a frivolous thing in your vacation plans, but we assure you that it’s important to think about it for a second.
Dec 15th, 2016

The Importance of Getting an Eye Checkup for Kids

An annual eye checkup for kids is necessary! You schedule two appointments a year for your kids to go the dentist, you schedule doctor’s appointments when they’re sick, but there are several reasons ...
Nov 15th, 2016

Designer Eyewear Trends

Designer eyewear continues to shape style and bend trends worldwide. From Versace to Prada to Burberry, designers continue to churn out new eyewear annually as trends evolve regularly.
Aug 15th, 2016

Digital Eye Strain and How To Resolve It

As we live in a world of constant use of smartphones, ipads, and computers; there is no doubt that we have felt some fatigue and discomfort to our eyes and body.
Jul 13th, 2016

Protection from Sports Eye Injuries

It’s safe to presume that all outdoor sports that we play require a ball and focused vision. This can also lead to a lot of sports eye injuries if we do nothing to prevent it.
Jun 13th, 2016