Wearing glasses isn’t a magical cure for vision problems. If you want to see clearly out of your frames, you’ll need to make sure they’re holding the right lenses. However, there are many different lens types to choose from, and not all lenses serve the same purpose. However, some lenses—such as progressive lenses—can serve multiple […]
The Best Contact Lenses for Astigmatism
Those who live with astigmatism know that it can be a little hard for an optometrist to correct than other conditions like farsightedness or nearsightedness. The shape of your cornea has a lot of bearing on how well you can see, and a cornea with astigmatism doesn’t have an even surface. That means regular, evenly […]
How to Find the Perfect Fit for Your Glasses
Even if you’ve had an eye exam to update your prescription, proper fitting glasses are essential to clear vision. Glasses or sunglasses that don’t fit correctly are not only uncomfortable, but they can also compromise your eyesight. To find the perfect fit, use the Right Fit Checklist and check your frame size, bridge width, arm […]
Everything You Need to Know About Scleral Contact Lenses
Many people have had bad experiences with contact lenses in the past. Whether it’s been an issue with stability, discomfort, or even being told their eyes are “the wrong shape” for contact lenses, there is a whole subset of individuals who think contact lenses just aren’t an option for them. But that’s not necessarily true. […]
Dry Eye & Contact Lenses: Do They Mix?
Should You Leave Your Contact Lenses in the Dust? It seems natural that if you suffer from dry eye, you should stick to your glasses and ditch your contact lenses for good. However, in today’s eye care landscape, that is considered an antiquated school of thought. Recent advancements in dry eye therapy allow people with […]
Eye Care Then & Now: Optometry Advancements Over the Last 20 Years
A Brief History of Optometry Optometry has been around since the early 1300s when the first wearable glasses were fashioned from blown glass and wood or leather. These primitive forms were usually handheld and considered a symbol of status or wealth. Through the 1700s, glasses became hands-free with developments of the over-the-ear attachment that allowed […]
5 Common Contact Lens Care Mistakes (& How to Fix Them)
Contact lenses are a part of many people’s everyday routine, but that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t pay attention to how you care for them. Contact lenses are worn directly on the eye, so it is important to follow proper care habits to ensure your eyes aren’t damaged during wear and are kept free of infection. […]