According to a recent article from AARP, getting treatment for cataracts, a common eye disorder for people 40 and older, not only has the potential to repair your vision; it could possibly increase your lifespan by improving overall health. Learn…
Tis the season for toys, games, joy and fun, which is why in January, we need to focus on the importance of Safe Toys and Gifts. According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission an estimated 251,700 toy-related injuries were treated…
If you can't remember when you purchased that eyeliner in your drawer, it may be time to dump it! All those mascara wands, eyeliner and eyebrow pencils, pressed powder, blushes and brushes can be full of bacteria and harmful to…
Each year, nearly 50 percent of the annual 2.5 million eye injuries occur at home; that's more injuries than occur in school and at the work place combined. As we get into the winter months, it is important to remember…
Zombie lenses, bloodshot lenses, purple or aqua lenses, you can pretty much get any color or design lens you want online these days. But wearing the perfect complement to your Halloween costume or Fall wardrobe might be doing permanent damage…
Eating right, exercising often and seeing your ophthalmologist regularly can really help keep you healthy. It can even help you better protect your eyes against the negative effects of glaucoma. According to the American Academy of Ophthalmology, people who engage…
If you are 40 or over, this is for you! You may have noticed that your vision is changing. Perhaps you need extra lighting to see a menu at a restaurant or need to hold your book farther away to…
Did you know that by age 65, one in three Americans will have some form of vision-impairing eye condition. According to AgingCare.com, there are four major age-related eye diseases (AREDs) that affect seniors: glaucoma, cataracts, macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy.…
Meibomian Gland Dysfunction, or MGD, is considered the leading cause of dry eye disease. Meibomian glands, named after the German doctor who studied them, make an oil called meibum. Meibum, water, and mucus form the three layers of tear film,…
Your eyes may seem healthy, but a dilated eye exam is the only way to be completely sure. What is a Comprehensive Dilated Eye Exam (and why you need one) What is a Comprehensive Dilated Eye Exam? Dilation enables your…