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Cataracts are a leading cause of vision loss in people around the world. This condition refers to a clouding of the eye lens that blocks or changes the light's passage into the eye and causes vision to become blurry, as though looking through a pair of dirty glasses.

Thank you to all the men and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. #MemorialDay2021

The day we’ve all been waiting for is here... Happy Friday! What are your plans for the weekend? Comment below! We’re dancin’ over here!

UV protection is key! Without that are they really sunglasses? Get sunglasses that protect against UVA and UVB rays which are called UV 400. Polarized sunglasses are also highly recommended! Not only do they protect your eyes from UV rays but they also filter and block out reflective light to make driving and outdoor activities comfortable and safer.

FACT: Scleral lenses are more affordable than many people realize and are definitely worth the investment, according to most people who wear them. Yes, they have a higher price point because they are fully customized to fit your eyes. But most of all you can't put a price on clear and comfortable vision! #scerallenses

FACT: Childhood myopia increases a child's risk of developing serious sight-threatening eye diseases later in life. Myopia management can help minimize a child's risk of later developing glaucoma, macular degeneration, cataracts, retinal detachment, and diabetic retinopathy.

Come by to SEE us and we’ll make sure you’ll see your beary best this holiday season!

Diet plays an important role in preventing or mitigating diseases like glaucoma, macular degeneration, and cataracts. Read on to learn what foods to increase and which ones to avoid. What’s your favorite recipes using these eye-healthy nutrients, comment below!

Finally! A pair of contact lenses that are superbly comfortable and hydrating. Perfect for those with hard-to-fit eyes, possibly even for those who've been told they could never wear contact lenses.

Every diopter change in your child's prescription is irreversible and increases the risk of future eye disease. Be proactive about protecting your child’s gift of sight and mitigate their probability of future eye disease with myopia management.

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It’s time for your eye exam!

Now that face masks are part of our everyday wardrobe, you may notice your eyes getting a little dryer than usual. Here are some tips to keep that from happening: - Wear a mask that fits snugly around your nose. This will ensure the moisture exits through the side of your mask and not above it. - Try to blink more frequently. - Ask us about lubricating eye drops.

As you prepare to chef-it-up this holiday season, keep this in mind as you chop up your next onion! A cut onion releases a gas called Propanethiol S-oxide, and when mixed with certain enzymes in the onion, it creates a sulfur gas that irritates the eyes and triggers your tear glands. Here's a tip: keep your onion refrigerated! Cold onion doesn't release that chemical compound as easily as it would if it were warm.

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Eye injuries are more likely to happen at home than anywhere else. Home cleaning, yard work, or even just playing with the kids puts you at risk for an eye injury. Make sure to wear the proper protective eyewear when handling chemicals, flying debris, and dust particles.

Scleral contact lenses keep eyes feeling hydrated and comfortable all day long! We think that's a great reason to smile. #happyeyes #sclerals

An eyeball's elongation causes more than nearsightedness or myopia It can lead to cataracts, glaucoma and macular degeneration later in life. That's why controlling myopia is vital.

Scary things happen on Halloween... don't let an eye infection be the scariest! Decorative contacts are a great addition to any costume, but when used without a valid prescription, they may seriously harm your eyes & vision. Contact us to get safely fitted & enjoy a healthy and fun Halloween.

Ortho-k therapy can address a child’s myopia (nearsightedness) without surgery. Inserted at night and removed in the morning, ortho-k contact lenses can slow myopia’s progression at a time when an unprecedented number of children are being diagnosed with the condition.

For those working and schooling from home, screen time has now doubled! Here are some tips to help minimize the damaging effects of too much screen time:

Eyes naturally tear up to provide lubrication and comfort, but sometimes we don’t produce enough tears or tears of sufficient quality to keep our eyes moist. This can lead to a condition known as dry eye. Using compresses can help keep your eyes hydrated and comfortable.

Have you decided on this year's Halloween costume? For most costumes, makeup is the most essential part! Here are some tips to help you avoid eye irritation or infection when using makeup:

Billions of people around the world experience vision problems because they don’t have access to the proper eyecare & glasses. Most of these vision impairments could have been avoided had they been diagnosed & treated early on by an eye doctor. When was the last time you had an eye exam? Make sure to get annual eye exams and encourage your family, friends, and colleagues to do so as well! #HopeInSight