Have you been busy planning a fun costume for Halloween? In recent years, more and more people have been turning to decorative contacts to add a new dimension to their costumes. For example, someone dressing up as a cat might use cat-eye lenses, or someone dressing as a vampire might want blood-red contacts. These sorts of lenses typically don’t offer any vision correction; instead, they’re simply used to achieve a specific look — sometimes colorful, sometimes frightful, sometimes simply strange! But if you’re thinking about using decorative contact lenses (or letting your kids use them), it’s important that you understand the very serious risks involved.
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How to Prevent Cataracts
Has your optometrist talked to you about cataracts? You might be aware that the older you get, the higher your risk for cataracts. Learn how to prevent cataracts, and you can keep your vision sharp into your senior years and beyond.
How to Protect Your Eyes From Blue Light
How much screen time do you clock each day? According to a 2018 Neilsen survey, Americans spend 11 hours a day interacting with media, and most of those hours are spent looking at a screen. Many people start their days and end their days by looking at their phones, and their eyes are suffering. Exposing your eyes to too much blue light can lead to dry eyes, eye strain, headaches, and even blurred vision (source). However, avoiding these problems doesn’t have to mean quitting your desk job or switching from a smartphone to a flip phone. We’ve come up with some helpful tips on how to protect your eyes from blue light.
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What Causes Glaucoma?
Glaucoma is currently the leading cause of irreversible blindness, per the BrightFocus Foundation. Impacting around 80 million people worldwide – and three million in the U.S. alone – glaucoma is a serious issue that can have debilitating effects. Fortunately, preventative eye care can go a long way in minimizing glaucoma’s effects. But what causes glaucoma, exactly? [Read more…] about What Causes Glaucoma?
What to Do If You Have Blurry Vision in One Eye
Although we often think of our eyes as a nearly identical pair, each eye is an individual. The irises are unique, the lashes are not perfectly alike, and in most cases, the vision is not the same. One eye might have astigmatism while the other does not. One eye might be more nearsighted than the other. Although natural, unaided vision between two eyes is typically quite similar, sometimes you might notice that your eyesight is blurry in only one eye. What causes this? Is it a normal occurrence or cause for concern? Scroll down to learn what to do if you have blurry vision in one eye. [Read more…] about What to Do If You Have Blurry Vision in One Eye
What Does the Cornea Do?
Eyes are complicated, containing numerous parts that must work together harmoniously in order for you to enjoy good vision. Light enters through the pupil, and the iris controls how much light can enter. After passing through the lens, light hits the retina and cells known as photoreceptors transform the light into electrical signals. These electrical signals travel through the optic nerve to reach the brain, which turns those signals into images. Make sense? However, we left out one piece of the puzzle in that explanation: the cornea. What does the cornea do?
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Why Do My Eyes Itch?
Ah, spring. The season of lush green grass, blooming flowers . . . and red, itchy eyes? If you’re one of the many people who ask “Why do my eyes itch?” when spring rolls around, this post is for you.
Interesting Facts About Eye Color
Brown, blue, green, gray, hazel . . . What color are your eyes? Your eye color doesn’t just affect your appearance; it also says something about the concentration of melanin in your irises, your ancestry, and perhaps even your health. Some eye colors are incredibly popular, while others are extremely rare. And did you know that it’s possible for a person to have two different colored irises? Without further ado, let’s explore some interesting facts about eye color . . .
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Preventing Digital Eye Strain in Children
Did you know that August is Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month? As children are preparing to head back to school, this is a great time of year to focus on your kids’ eye health. It’s important to recognize that children aren’t immune to developing tired, dry eyes as a result of spending a large amount of time using digital devices. To prevent digital eye strain this upcoming school year, review the simple tips below.
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How to Prevent Glaucoma
Many seniors are concerned with preventing glaucoma, which is one of the leading causes of blindness in adults over 60. While glaucoma can be hereditary, there are several steps you can take to prevent the disease’s more serious symptoms. Find out how to prevent glaucoma through regular eye exams and simple lifestyle changes.
