Glaucoma is an eye disease that progressively damages the optic nerve and can lead to blindness if not detected early and treated properly. The symptoms of glaucoma are not always easy to detect, but people with glaucoma typically have high intraocular pressure; eye pressure is typically measured during routine eye exams. If you have been diagnosed with glaucoma, you will need to see an ophthalmologist and carefully follow the prescribed treatment plan in order to protect your vision.
11 March 2016
Many people prefer contact lenses over traditional glasses for many different reasons. However, fitting people with astigmatism is a difficult process, but it can be done. There are several different types of contact lenses that will cater to those with astigmatism. Toric Contact lenses Toric lenses are specially designed soft contact lenses that are built to correct astigmatism. These are different from the normal spherical contact lenses in two ways. First of all, toric lenses will have different powers in different places around the lens according to the astigmatism, as opposed to spherical lenses, which have the same power all the way across the lens.
12 February 2016
Your optometrist likely tells you that you should have your eyes checked out about every year, but between all of the other demands on your schedule, you may find it hard to make it to your annual appointment on time. The fact is, an annual eye exam is one of those things that tends to get put off, but what if getting a checkup was just a little more convenient? You may be a little surprised to learn that you can now actually get your annual eye exam online with some optometrists.
6 January 2016
When you head to visit your optometrist for a regular checkup and update to your corrective lens prescription, you may find yourself disconcerted to learn that you have cataracts in one or both of your eyes. While you may not be happy to have cataracts, the good news is that there are ways that you can manage and treat your cataracts so that they do not cause a great deal of trouble in your life.
9 December 2015
As winter approaches, dry and uncomfortable eyes become a concern for many people. If you can relate to that concern, use these effective strategies to avoid optical discomfort throughout the winter months. Managing Glare Glare can be a problem at all times of the year, caused by sunshine reflected from vehicles and other shiny surfaces. Snow on the ground can make the problem worse because it's highly reflective—and sometimes it's everywhere.
16 November 2015
Choosing to go with contacts or glasses will depend on your own preferences. However, if you are in the position of choosing one or the other and you have no experience with wearing either, then you may want to consider the information in this article. It will explain the different benefits and drawbacks both contacts and glasses offer. Benefits of glasses Glasses are maintenance free and this makes them a good choice if you want something to help you see without worrying about any work being involved.
29 October 2015
Your children's health is of primary concern for you, which is why it is so important to take them in for regular medical checkups. For example, you ensure that they receive the best optical care. The optometrist you visit probably does the traditional exam to ascertain whether your children need a new eyeglass or contacts prescription. Yet, more can be done. For parents who want their children to receive some of the most comprehensive optical care possible, there is the ophthalmoscope retinal exam.
14 October 2015
Eye strain is a fairly common experience to have while using computers, driving, or doing another activity that puts stress on your eyes. However, if you're experiencing eye strain frequently, you should see your ophthalmologist right away for a checkup. In addition to helping to reduce your eye strain, they can also determine if there's a more serious cause to your eye problems. Common Causes If your eyes are experiencing strain, fatigue, or blurriness after using the computer or driving, it's possible that your glasses may be causing the problem.
24 August 2015
As more people become dependent on technology, such as computers, problems with eye strain are growing more frequent. Eye strain can lead to a host of problems, including decreased productivity. If you spend a large portion of your day staring at computers and tablets, here are some things you can do to reduce the strain on your eyes. Pay Attention to Lighting When bright lighting hits your computer screen and you stare at it for long periods of time, you can develop eye strain.
13 July 2015
Contact lenses are a very convenient way to correct your vision, but if you have only ever worn glasses, there are a few things that you'll need to learn about caring for your new contacts. The learning curve for learning how to care for contact lenses is typically short, and it most likely won't be long until wearing and caring for contacts is second nature. If you're about to get your first pair of soft contact lenses, use the following tips:
6 June 2015
