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Unbeknownst to many people, contacts can be bifocal or multifocal. Bifocal contact lenses, like glasses, contains two different areas of vision correction. Typically, the top portion of the lens is used for viewing objects at a distance, while the bottom portion is used to view closer objects. Bifocal and multifocal contact lenses are particularly useful … Read more
Imagine doing your favorite activity right now. Perhaps you picture yourself reading your favorite book, sewing together a gorgeous quilt for your best friend, fixing up a car, or painting a landscape that would even make Monet jealous. Now imagine yourself doing those same things with low vision or no vision at all. That’s what … Read more
You’ve probably heard by now that we’ve opened another location in Creve Coeur in St. Louis, but do you know who will be taking care of your eyes in our newest location? Well, wonder no more! We are extremely pleased to introduce to you the newest member of the Performance Eyecare team, Dr. Susan Dreyer! … Read more
“Where did you buy that gift?” “I went to Performance Eyecare.” Okay, that may sound weird for two reasons: 1. The gift didn’t come from the epicenter of Christmas shopping, the mall and 2. The gift came from the eye doctor. But don’t count us out when you’re searching for a Christmas gift this year. … Read more
It’s hard to imagine, but Halloween is just around the corner! It’s time to don your scariest costumes and go Trick-or-Treating or scare up a good time with your friends and family by watching scary movies or perhaps gathering around a bonfire to tell a spooky story or two! Want to hear something that might … Read more
What does the month of September mean to you? Do you think about the change of seasons from the hot summer to the crisp, cool fall and switching out your sandals for tennis shoes and your swimsuits for scarves? Do thoughts of Labor Day weekend and back-to-school activities spring to your mind? You know what … Read more
The eye is a fascinating, powerful part of the human body that is surrounded with legend and awe. It is said that they are the windows to our souls, and in ancient culture, they were symbols of spirituality and wisdom. Because of technological advances in the field of optometry and ophthalmology, we know more … Read more
When it comes to sunglasses, we all know that there are many benefits to wearing them, especially since they protect our eyes from damaging radiation and ultra violet rays. We may not notice, however, that there are many other benefits to wearing shades outside. Think you know why sunglasses are great for your eyesight? … Read more
Ah, weddings. A day all about love and devotion, friends and family, and celebrating unity and fidelity. As a bride, you will have so many questions to answer – Which dress is the one for you? What style of cake would you like? What are your wedding colors? Perhaps one of THE most important … Read more
Does this scenario sound familiar to you? You wake up in the morning, yawn and stretch, and finally head out to the kitchen to scrounge up a good breakfast. You grab your favorite cereal and, squinting through your glasses, hold back the cereal box so you can read the nutritional value through your bifocals. … Read more
At Performance Eyecare, we absolutely love our patients and customers. It is a joy to meet with them and assist them in all of their eye care needs. We feel a certain sense of pride when we help our customers pick out the right frames for their face, help them spot any and all … Read more
Foods to help improve & keep good vision In honor of April being “World Health Month,” it’s important to know which foods can truly help our eyes. Are you eating the right foods to keep your eyes healthy and your vision strong? According to Health.com you are if you are eating these foods: Leafy greens … Read more