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6 Most Common Types Of Eye Injuries And How They Should Be Treated

If your vision has ever been negatively impacted, you understand why. Put simply, our vision is linked to our quality of life. Yet, as careful as we are with our eyes, they can be easily damaged. Your work environment could pose a risk. Perhaps your favorite hobby strains them or puts them in the line… Read More

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Ready for Your First Contact Lenses? Check Out These Great Benefits

There are about 45 million Americans who wear contact lenses at this time. The average contact lens user is about 30 years old. But people of all ages use contacts to improve their vision. It doesn’t matter if you’re 8 or 80. You can benefit from wearing contact lenses. If you’re thinking about purchasing your… Read More

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Top Reasons to Get an Eye Exam Every Year (Even if Your Vision is Perfect)

Feeling a little “off” lately? Maybe it’s your glasses. Having an outdated prescription can lead to a number of health complications. These can be anything from blurry vision, dizziness, to severe headaches. These and other less obvious symptoms like squinting while working at a computer can suggest you need glasses. Lessening the likelihood of these complications is simple…. Read More

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Do I Really Need Eye Dilation During My Annual Exam?

Do you have an annual eye exam coming up? If so, you might already be worried about whether or not you’re going to need to have your eyes dilated during it. There are some people who don’t enjoy eye dilation and wish there was a way they could get out of it. There are also… Read More

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Warning Signs: What Are the Causes of Blurred Vision?

People tend to not fully appreciate good eyesight until it starts to go; when the lines blur, the importance of vision becomes crystal clear. Of our 5 senses, we mostly use our vision to help us with daily activities. So, when hazy vision occurs, it can create major frustration and elicits a visit to a… Read More

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How To Tell if Your Child Needs Glasses

  An estimated 253 million people live with vision impairment. Over 80% of all vision impairment can be prevented or cured. Undetected vision problems, such as refractive errors and blurry vision, can impact your child’s performance both in and out of the classroom. But how exactly can you tell if your child has vision problems?… Read More

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15 Steps to Eye Protection for Healthier Sight

15 Steps to Eye Protection for Healthier Sight Your eyes face dangers every day that can deteriorate your vision over time. Here’s some eye protection tips that will help keep your eyes healthy. Eyesight is an integral part of everything you do. Without your eyesight, you can’t drive a car, pick out your own clothes,… Read More

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10 Critical Warning Signs of Retinal Damage

10 Critical Warning Signs of Retinal Damage Have you been dealing with vision problems recently that are worse than normal? If you see any of these symptoms, chances are you have retinal damage and should seek us out for assistance. Retinal damage is not an uncommon problem. Its leading cause – macular degeneration – affects… Read More

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What Steps Can You Take to Avoid the Most Common Eye Diseases?

What Steps Can You Take to Avoid the Most Common Eye Diseases? Preventative care is essential for your overall health, but what can you do for your eyes? Learn how to avoid some of the most common eye diseases and slow any potential harm they may cause. There are simple steps you can take to… Read More

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Why Does Vision Loss Get Worse With Age?

Has your vision begun to wane?  Do you find that you have to squint more often than you used to when driving? Has reading the daily paper become too challenging without the aid of glasses?  Do your favorite television programs seem fuzzy, even from a short distance? Once you reach 65, there’s a good chance… Read More

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