Multifocal contacts combine multiple lens powers into a single lens, helping patients see clearly from near and far distances. They feature different designs that help gradually shift vision between the different lens powers. […]
Normal vision, often called 20/20 vision, is the ability to see clearly at 20 feet what should typically be visible at that distance. This term is a universal standard for visual acuity, representing the clarity or sharpness of your vision. During a comprehensive eye exam, an eye doctor uses this measure as a crucial tool […]
If you’ve ever experienced eye floaters, you may wonder if your eye doctor can see them during an eye exam. The answer is yes, they can. During your appointment, your eye doctor can observe the floaters in your eye and check the health of your retina. Floaters are usually not a cause for concern. They […]
Eye exams are critical to maintaining eye health. To make the most of the time with your optometrist, preparing for your appointment can ensure you don’t forget essential questions or details to share. Bringing a list of questions, notes, and previous prescriptions can help start your eye exam armed with vital information. What to Bring […]
Eye care doesn’t start and end at the optometrist’s office. Managing your eye health is an everyday process, and instilling good habits may help you avoid certain eye conditions and minimize symptoms. Taking care of your eyes doesn’t take drastic changes or commitments, and the results can significantly benefit you. #1: Eat a Balanced Diet […]
Once you get your new eyeglass prescription after your comprehensive eye exam, you might be surprised when you look down at your paperwork and see an expiration date. You have enough expiration dates to keep track of in your fridge; now you have to worry about your glasses too? Eyeglass prescriptions do expire, but it’s […]
Your optometrist does much more than just determine your prescription for eyeglasses or contact lenses during a comprehensive eye exam. He or she will also examine your eyes for common and rare eye diseases, evaluate how well your eyes work together as a team, and look for signs of a variety of potentially serious health […]
Eye exams are a series of tests that allow your optometrist to determine your eye health and if you have any eye issues. Eye exams focus on aspects of your vision, like a retinal exam, eye muscle movement, pupil reaction, and refraction testing. Whether you are going to your optometrist’s office for a particular eye […]
Choosing where to get an eye exam isn’t a complicated process, but it pays to do a little research before booking with the first clinic that pops up on Google. All optometrists have similar education resulting in a Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree. However, different eye doctors will often focus on specific aspects and increase […]
Children’s eye exams are essential for assessing and protecting your child’s vision. Your optometrist can identify early signs of eye disease and recommend effective treatments. With how important these eye exams are for children, when should your child have their first? Continue reading to learn more about children’s eye exams, including when they should have […]
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