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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
The cost of routine eye exams and prescription eyewear can be of real concern, especially for large families. In many cases, vision insurance can lower these annual expenses. A vision insurance policy is not the same as health insurance. Regular health insurance plans protect you against financial losses due to unexpected eye injuries or disease. … Read more
Ultraviolet rays are a danger to skin and eyes year-round. They play a contributing factor to skin damage, skin cancer and eye disorders such as cataracts. It’s important to keep in mind with kids out of school and outdoor activities planned, especially during the summer months. “The more time you spend outdoors without protecting your … Read more
Non-Surgical Vision Correction If you are looking for a safe, non-invasive option to better eyesight, you may want to consider our alternate, non-surgical visual correction surgery which is also known as the vision retainer shaping system. This is the process of utilizing retainer contact lens that corrects your overall vision while you are asleep! You may … Read more
Today, sports eyewear can be spotted on almost anyone who picks up a ball, bat, racquet or stick – whether they play in the major leagues or the Little League. Fortunately, coaches, parents and players now realize that wearing protective eyewear for sports pays off in several ways. The risk of eye damage is reduced … Read more
There’s a lot more to purchasing glasses than picking out a frame and getting some lenses put in it. You want to purchase a quality pair that is going to hold up while you wear them and last for a couple of years And if something were to go wrong with them, you want it … Read more
Vacation Excursions and Eye Protection Your summer getaway may be a romantic excursion to Venice or a family vacation to the Ozarks. Regardless of the nature, exotic or conventional, any excursion risks ruin when eyes don’t get the protection they need. During warm weather, it’s the wind and the sun that fatigues the eyes and … Read more
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
Many people tend to take several things in their lives for granted– their vehicles, their homes, their spouses, and so much more. Amongst that list is the ability to hear, taste, and perhaps most importantly, see. Think about it – what would life be like for you if you had poor vision or no eyesight … Read more
Once we reach our mid-40s, presbyopia – the normal, age-related loss of flexibility of the lens inside our eye – makes it difficult for us to focus on near objects. In the past, reading glasses were the only option available to contact lens wearers who wanted to read a menu or do other everyday tasks … Read more
Your children are one of the most precious things to you, and making sure their eyes are healthy is a top priority for parents and caregivers. Some parents don’t know that both young children and babies should have comprehensive eye exams to make sure their eyes are working properly and don’t need correction. Since infants and … Read more
Each year, children are emitted into the hospital due to eye injuries due to toy relations. Nearly half of these injuries are to the head and face, and many are eye injuries. Toy related injuries are often sustained by children 5 years of age and under. Online surveys conducted by All About Vision revealed that … Read more