If you’re one of millions of adults with myopia, you likely wear glasses or contact lenses almost daily. While these methods can be a convenient way to correct your vision, sometimes you may want freedom from day-time glasses or contact lenses. If this is the case, orthokeratology may be worth considering. Like almost every treatment, […]
Myopia is much more common than most people think. It’s also a progressive condition; as your child grows and their eyes adjust, myopia often worsens. This is one reason why myopia control is so essential—by taking steps to reduce how much their vision worsens, you can give your child the gift of clearer vision in […]
If you can’t see distant objects clearly but can focus well on something nearby, you may be dealing with myopia. This common refractive error can cause blurry vision when trying to focus on anything past arm’s reach. Often developing in early childhood, it tends to progress until early adulthood. In children, myopia control can help […]
The world is becoming more and more digital by the day. We’re constantly exposed to screens, and with the rise of remote work, it’s almost impossible to navigate life without constantly using some kind of device. But digital eye strain isn’t the only thing extended screen usage can cause. When you spend too long on […]
In a world where digital screens hold our gaze more than ever, the issue of nearsightedness, or myopia, is not just becoming common—it’s becoming a public health concern. More and more children and adults are finding themselves dependent on corrective lenses or contacts as their myopia worsens each year. However, eye care for myopia can […]
Sunglasses are key in protecting your eyes from the sun’s harmful rays. They can make your time outdoors more enjoyable while helping reduce your risk for serious eye conditions like cataracts and macular degeneration. Whether you’re shopping for style or protection, you may wonder if insurance will cover these underappreciated gems. Depending on your benefits, […]
Wearing contact lenses is a convenient and often life-changing experience for those who need vision correction but don’t want to rely on glasses. But as a quick scan while ordering contacts will tell you, there are many types of lenses available. Scleral contact lenses are gaining popularity, particularly for those with complex vision issues. These […]
Orthokeratology or ortho-k refers to a non-surgical and reversible vision correction procedure that involves wearing a specially designed gas-permeable contact lens only while you sleep. This innovative treatment method helps reshape the cornea temporarily, enabling people with specific vision problems to see without relying on prescription glasses or contact lenses during the day. During your […]
Myopia, also known as nearsightedness, affects millions of people worldwide. For someone with myopia, distance objects are blurry. Close-up objects may appear clear, but look any further away than arm’s length (or sometimes closer), and things are out of focus. Not only can this create a challenging learning environment for children, myopia also increases the […]
Wearing expired contact lenses might seem like a harmless act, especially if you’re someone who doesn’t frequently use them. But contact lenses have an expiration date for a reason. You shouldn’t wear contact lenses past the expiration date because the blister pack’s seal can break down, contaminating the solution inside with bacteria and opening your […]
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