Your optometrist has many different diagnostic tools they use during an eye exam. One of these tools is called a retinal scan, but how does this instrument work? What is a retinal scan? Continue reading to learn more about this tool, including what it is, how it works, and what diseases it can help identify. […]
You should receive a medical eye exam every year, but an emergency may lead to a surprise trip to your optometrist’s office. Accidents happen, but what is an eye emergency, and how do you know you need immediate care? Continue reading to learn more about some of the eye issues that require emergency care, such […]
“Life changing”“Truly amazing”“I literally can’t believe my eyes!” These are just some of the reactions from MOA patients to a new eye drop, called VUITY, that is designed to eliminate the need for reading glasses for people with age-related farsightedness. The drop received final FDA approval in October 2021. MOA is one of the first […]
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Many Americans are unaware of a startling fact: right now, there are likely several thousand microscopic mites living on your face. The tiny pests, called demodex, live in the pores of the skin and are most active during the night when they feed on oil produced by glands and skin cells around the eyes. While nearly […]
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A new eye drop is set to transform the lives of adults living with presbyopia or challenges with near vision in middle age. For centuries, ‘reading glasses’ or bifocals have been the only option for people with presbyopia. That is all about to change with the recent FDA approval of a new eye drop called […]
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There are many benefits of laser eye surgery. It corrects vision almost immediately, and around 96% of patients are satisfied with its results. With advantages like this, it’s no wonder so many people are resorting to laser eye surgery instead of choosing other vision correction solutions such as contacts or glasses. If you have an […]
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It’s not a coincidence if your eyes feel dry and irritated when you spend too much time on your computer. If you’re already diagnosed with dry eye, the rigours of a routine in the digital age can increase symptoms. If your eyes are constantly dry, red, and inflamed, it’s best to see an optometrist for […]
If you’re a parent, you may be wondering how often you need to have your child’s eyes checked. So much of kids’ learning happens visually, so their visual system must be working smoothly. But, unfortunately, children don’t usually know what their vision is supposed to be like and may not realize they are experiencing symptoms. […]
Pink eye, or conjunctivitis, is an eye infection that causes your eyes to swell, become red, or feel itchy. It’s one of the most common eye problems for people of all ages. You can usually treat pink eye at home, but how do you know when you should visit your eye doctor? Keep reading to […]
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Depending on their severity, cataracts can have a drastic effect on your vision and quality of life. If your symptoms are not severe, you may be able to simply use prescription eyeglasses to clear up your vision. As cataracts develop and become a greater obstacle to seeing clearly, the only option to truly gain back […]
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