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Fulfill your New Year’s Resolutions at Performance Eyecare

Another year has come and pass which means it’s another year of making New Year’s resolutions, some new and some old, some reasonable and some way out of reach. So what will your New Year’s resolution be for the new year? Here’s an easy one to choose: take better care of your eyes. All it … Read more

Why are Eye Exams Important?

Regardless of your age or physical health, it’s important to have regular eye exams. During a complete eye exam, your eye doctor will not only determine your prescription for eyeglasses or contact lenses. They’ll also check your eyes for common eye diseases, assess how your eyes work together as a team and evaluate your eyes … Read more

Preparing for an Eye Exam

Eyecare experts recommend you have a complete eye exam every year to keep your eyes healthy. Here are some tips on how to get the most out of your exam: Eye Exams for Kids Some experts estimate that approximately 5% to 10% of pre-schoolers and 25% of school-aged children have vision problems. According to the … Read more

Eye Care Tips for Vacations

With the summer coming to an end, many families have plans for one more family trip. If so, there are some eye care travel tips you should know about before you go. It’s always important to carry an extra pair of contact lenses, eyeglasses and sunglasses when you plan on going away – even if … Read more

Diabetic Retinopathy

If you have been diagnosed with diabetes, it is important to have regular eye exams, at least once per year. Diabetes increases your risk of eye problems, so it is important to not delay in caring for your eyes.  However, you are also at risk for diabetic retinopathy: damage to the blood vessels located in … Read more

Minimize Stress To Keep Your Eyes Healthy

Big project due? Bills need to be paid? Trying to find a job? These are a few things that can cause stress. That stress can cause other problems to your health including your eyes. Life can be hectic as we try to best manage our tasks in an orderly fashion, but sometimes the anxiety takes … Read more

Glasses to Aid Kids’ computer vision

Did you know October is considered Computer Learning Month? We’re not here to teach you how to use the computer better, but to inform you of computer vision syndrome, especially for children who are likely to use the computer more often. Take a look at these facts and figures from Gary Heiting, OD and Larry K. … Read more

When are spots and floaters dangerous for your eyes?

Spots and floaters are caused by bits of protein and other tissue embedded in the gel-like material that fills the eye, called vitreous. The vitreous becomes more fluid and the spots and floaters move more easily within it as we age. Additional floaters may spring about when the vitreous detaches from the retina. When should … Read more

Choosing the right eye drops

Remember, please contact the eye doctors at Performance Eyecare if you have any of the following symptoms. We can help determine the cause and severity, as well as the best treatment. Lubricating eye drops for dry eyes can provide relief for short-term dry eyes, such as computer eye strain, being outdoors on a sunny or windy day, … Read more

Coping with Low Vision

Low vision is the loss of eyesight that is not correctable through surgery, glasses/contacts, or pharmaceuticals. It’s most often characterized by blurred vision or blind spots. It can make everyday tasks such as reading, watching television, or driving a car difficult or even impossible in some cases. However, there are many techniques available for those … Read more

Corneal Inlays and Onlays

Corneal inlays and onlays are small lenses or optical devices inserted into the cornea. This helps alter its shape and correct vision problems. They are a cutting-edge technology for vision correction. These devices and the surgical procedures associated with them are not yet FDA-approved for use in the United States. However, they are currently in … Read more

Multifocal Eyeglass Lenses

Just as eyeglass frames have continually changed to reflect the latest fashions, eyeglass lenses also have evolved. This is particularly true for multifocal lenses – eyeglass lenses with more than one power to help those of us over age 40 deal with the normal, age-related loss of near vision called presbyopia. History of multifocal eyeglass … Read more