If you have myopia, also known as nearsightedness, you might wonder if your children will inherit the condition. Your child will have many eye exams as they grow up, and knowing what signs and symptoms to look out for is vital to protecting their eye health. Your child’s eyesight is not something you take for […]
It’s no secret that the modern world is getting more digital, which means we now spend more time in front of screens. Children are also using digital devices often for school and entertainment. While digital devices have brought many benefits, they can pose some drawbacks too. Take eye health and vision as an example. The […]
Normal vision is seeing objects either far away or close-up clearly because light focuses directly on the retina. If objects look blurry, an eye examination can test your vision and determine your eye health and identify whether you have any eye conditions. Common eye problems include farsightedness (hyperopia) and nearsightedness (myopia). These are conditions that […]
Preventing Myopia Progression Myopia or nearsightedness is a common vision condition and can be diagnosed by your optometrist during an eye exam. Most people are familiar with traditional methods of fixing nearsightedness, such as glasses or contact lenses. Standard prescription lenses help patients experience improved vision but don’t treat the condition. Myopia control uses methods […]
Blurred vision can occur for many different reasons and it can be really uncomfortable. Blurred vision can also be a sign of a natural refractive error, eye strain from staring at a screen, or a migraine. If your vision is normally clear and has just suddenly become blurred, you should seek immediate medical attention. Is […]
No matter what stage of life you’re in—maintaining a consistent schedule with your optometrist is always important. Whether you’re just getting a routine eye exam or getting fitted for contact lenses, taking care of your eyes is essential. Maintaining consistency with your optometrist is also essential to treat eye conditions like myopia. But, what is […]
Eye doctors have been correcting vision since the early 1200s! Using blown glass and animal horns has evolved into eyeglasses and contact lenses. Nearsightedness is one of the most common vision conditions and can often be corrected with the right treatment. If you can see things that are close quite clearly, but far away things […]
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