Corrective Lenses Through History
Since as early as 60 A.D., people have been using vision-correcting tools to help them see.
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What is your eyewear made of? A short guide to lens materials, their strengths, and weaknesses.
When purchasing eyewear, do you think about your choice of lens material? Honestly? Probably not (and that’s okay!) While picking out eyeglasses, most of us seem to be more concerned with the type of lenses we are ordering (progressives, single vision, etc.) rather than stopping to think about what material they should be. Yet, the […]
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The Relationship Between Eyes and Sleep
Studies have shown that sleep deprivation hits the body and mind a lot like alcohol.
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6 Tips for Wearing Halloween Contact Lenses Successfully
Spooky season is on the way, so that means it is time to get excited about costumes and contacts! One of the scariest parts of Halloween is the risk of eye infection and vision loss from costume contact lenses. Undoubtedly your costume should be stunning, and of course, contact lenses can take it to the […]
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A Short Guide to Cataracts: What They Are and Who They Affect
Have you ever wondered what the deal is with cataracts? Maybe you are curious because you or someone you know has been diagnosed with them. Perhaps you’re worried about developing them in the future and are curious about what they are. Regardless of your reasoning, we have a short guide to cataracts, what they are, […]
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Makeup Eye Safety Tips
Back in the old days, makeup was full of ingredients like lead, arsenic, and mercury.
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Keeping Our Eyes Healthy as We Age
Among the many changes our bodies undergo as we get older are the changes to our eyesight.
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Answers to 4 FAQs about Eyeglasses to Help You Find the Perfect Fit
Glasses are finicky There is no escaping the fact that eyeglasses need to be adjusted. Sometimes, frequently. Since you wear glasses daily, they need to fit comfortably. But how do you get a correct fit? We listed some commonly asked questions about eyewear and gathered answers about how your glasses should fit and what you […]
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How Does Animal Eyesight Work?
We wouldn’t have gone into the optometry field if we weren’t fascinated by eyes, and there are some incredible ones in nature.
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5 Practical Tips to Ensure Your Child’s Eye Health and Safety
August is child eye care and safety month. Now that you know how to prepare your child for their eye exam and new eyewear, here are some practical ways to protect their future vision! 1. Guard against UV damage with sunglasses Sunglasses are essential for the long-term health of the human eye. Yet children often […]