Eyecare News & Info

Performance Eyecare has same day contact lenses

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There’s no need to sit around waiting and wondering when your prescription contact lenses are going to be finished. At Performance Eyecare, we have several hundred contact lenses in our office and can routinely fit our contact lens patients the same day. It is not uncommon to hear from our new contact lens patients, “You … Read more

What Are Progressive Lenses?

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Progressive addition lenses (also called progressives or PALs) are the most popular multifocal lenses sold in the United States. Sometimes called “no-line bifocals,” these line-free multifocals provide a more complete vision solution than bifocals. Instead of having just two lens powers like a bifocal – one for distance vision and one for up close – … Read more

Sunglasses for Kids

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Children may not be as interested as adults are in wearing sunglasses as a fashion accessory. But because kids spend so much time outdoors in direct sunlight, they need sun protection even more than adults. In fact, some experts say we get up to 80% of our lifetime exposure to solar ultraviolet (UV) radiation by … Read more

Dry Eyes and Allergen Problems? We Can Help!

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There are many unpleasant feelings in this world – an itch you can’t reach to scratch, having a hangnail or two, and, of course, dry, itchy eyes that never seem to go away! Allergen problems are oftentimes hereditary and happen due to processes that are associated with other types of allergic responses. When an allergic … Read more

Show Your Eyes You Love Them With These 8 Simple Eye Care Tips!

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You can tell that Valentine’s Day is on its way right now. Every day there are more and more advertisements on the television about jewelers and Hallmark cards, and many radio stations may soon be playing more love songs as Valentine’s Day approaches. If you think about it, many of those love songs tend to … Read more

Are You an Athlete? Let Us Protect Your Eyesight!

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Every spring, both professional and amateur athletes head out to the play their favorite sports. And while many people love to look cool sporting their jerseys on the field, it’s important to remember to protect your body from injury, especially your eyes. Why protect your eyes when playing baseball, basketball, or any other sport? Just … Read more

Glaucoma Awareness Month

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See Our Doctors At Performance Eyecare During Glaucoma Awareness Month! In 2013, 2.7 million people in the U.S reported having glaucoma. This has now reached over 4 million people living in the United States. Out of those 4 million people suffering from glaucoma, there are over 100,000 people who are blind from this disease. With … Read more

Diabetic Retinopathy

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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

Eyeglass Styles For Men

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Style is important in every setting, which is why it’s important to choose frames that not only feel good, but also look good. Picking out the perfect pair of eyeglasses can be tough for anyone. While getting the correct prescription is the most important thing for eyeglass wearers, you shouldn’t settle for bland looking glasses … Read more