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Getting Help With My Vision

One day when I was at work, I realized that I was having a hard time making out the memos and texts that were right in front of me. Instead of ignoring the issue, I decided to meet with an eye doctor. Although I was sure that the problem was nothing or temporary, the doctor explained to me that I suffered from a degenerative eye disease. I was devastated, but I knew that I needed to press on. It has been a rough few years, but I have learned a lot about the journey. Check out this blog for information and motivation about eye care challenges.

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Emergency Eye Care: What to Do in Eye Emergencies
14 February 2024

Eye emergencies can happen at any time, and they c

Decoding the Results: What Your Eye Exam Can Reveal About Your Health
22 September 2023

Eye health is a topic of vast importance, often un

Dry Eyes After LASIK? Don't Ignore The Warning Signs
20 January 2023

LASIK surgery offers a permanent solution to myopi

The Different Types Of Contact Lenses
4 October 2022

If you are in the market for contact lenses, you h

How To Help Your Child Transition From Glasses To Contact Lenses
3 March 2022

As your child gets older, they may want to transit

Emergency Eye Care: What to Do in Eye Emergencies

Eye emergencies can happen at any time, and they can be very traumatic and scary. From minor irritations to severe injuries, eye emergencies can cause permanent damage to your vision if not treated promptly. Therefore, it's essential to know what to do during a sudden eye emergency.  Scratched cornea A scratched cornea can happen from getting hit in the eye, rubbing your eye too hard, or getting dust or sand blown into your eye. Read More 

Decoding the Results: What Your Eye Exam Can Reveal About Your Health

Eye health is a topic of vast importance, often underestimated until a problem arises. Regular eye examinations are not only about ensuring good vision; they can also provide a wealth of information about overall health. This discussion aims to decode the results of an eye exam and highlight what they can reveal about health. Vision-Related Issues The first aspect that is assessed during an eye examination is the visual acuity. Conditions such as nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism can be identified. Read More 

Dry Eyes After LASIK? Don’t Ignore The Warning Signs

LASIK surgery offers a permanent solution to myopia. Finally, distant objects in your field of vision won't look blurry anymore—without the need for glasses or contact lenses. The LASIK procedure is incredibly common, but there's still a small degree of risk. Some patients undergoing LASIK treatment may find that their ability to produce tears can be compromised after the procedure. This puts you at increased risk of dry eye syndrome.  Read More 

The Different Types Of Contact Lenses

If you are in the market for contact lenses, you have several choices available. Contact lenses come in several materials and styles for comfort and to fit your lifestyle. Knowing the common lens types can be helpful when you go in for your eye exam. Keep reading to learn more about different types of contact lenses and their benefits. Standard Soft Lenses Most people use standard soft lenses for their vision correction. Read More 

How To Help Your Child Transition From Glasses To Contact Lenses

As your child gets older, they may want to transition to contact lenses. This is a smooth transition for most kids, but it can be even smoother if you help them through the process. Keep these tips in mind.  1. Make sure they are ready. Before letting your child wear contact lenses, make sure they are ready. If they have only had glasses for a short amount of time, they may need to adjust to their glasses before they can switch to contact lenses. Read More