What to Expect from a Dilated Eye Exam

by itadmin | Nov 22, 2018 | Resources

Dilated eye exams allow eye doctors to get a better view of the inside of the eye. If you have never had a dilated eye exam before, you may be wondering what to expect – or if you even need one. Dilated eye exams are recommended on a yearly basis for anyone age...

What Causes Bloodshot Eyes?

by itadmin | Nov 15, 2018 | Eye Conditions

“Bloodshot” eyes are eyes that appear red and irritated. This phenomenon is caused by blood vessels becoming dilated near the surface of the eye. Most people have the experience at some point of looking into the mirror and being greeted by their own red, bloodshot...

Orthokeratology: An Alternative to LASIK?

by itadmin | Sep 14, 2018 | Corrective Solutions

Myopia sufferers rejoice: there is a non-invasive alternative to LASIK eye surgery! Orthokeratology, or Ortho-K, is an alternative treatment for myopia, or nearsightedness, that does not require surgery and allows patients to spend their days with improved vision...

How to use the Amsler Grid

by itadmin | Aug 22, 2018 | Vision Related Products

The Amsler grid is a simple tool that can be used at home to test the eyes and monitor certain vision problems. The Amsler grid is most often used by people who suffer from macular degeneration. Macular degeneration is an eye disease that results in vision loss due to...

Progressive Lenses

by itadmin | Aug 15, 2018 | Corrective Solutions

What are progressive lenses? You may have heard this term tossed around among friends, colleagues, or your optometrist’s office. If you are close to reaching a “certain age” and your vision is not what it used to be, progressive lenses may be a good choice for...