Eye Health

A common complaint of our patients who wear contact lenses is headaches. And while there may be many things contributing to chronic headaches, it is possible that contact lenses may be a cause. If you suffer from chronic headaches, make an appointment to consult with one of our eye doctors or your primary care physician […]

The eyeglasses of today have evolved, that’s for sure. And love them or hate them, if you need glasses you know how important they are in helping you “see” your world. Eyeglasses in the past It wasn’t until the thirteenth century that people were able to improve their eyesight with the assistance of “visual aids.” Using

Your entire body changes during pregnancy, and your vision changes, too. If you have been pregnant, you are probably nodding your head as you read this. If you just found out you are pregnant, read on. There are a few things to know about how pregnancy affects your eyes and your eye sight. How your

Photokeratitis is an uncommon eye condition but one you should definitely know about. It’s more commonly known as “sunburned eyes.” Summer is here, and most of us know about the importance of applying sunscreen when we are out in the summer sun. But if you don’t wear sunglasses, or more importantly, you don’t put them

If you struggle with the condition known as “dry eyes” (keratoconjunctivitis sicca) you are not alone. Dry eyes is very common, with more than 3 million cases diagnosed each year. It most often affects older adults but can be a problem for people and kids of all ages. Sometimes dry eyes can be as simple

We’ve all experienced the frustration and overall discomfort that comes along with having something trapped in your eye— it can make your eyes sting, water, and become blurred. However, as your natural instinct to get something out of your eye, using your finger can actually scratch your cornea and cause worse vision damage further down

Little babies do it, kids do it, and even adults do it— rubbing your eyes when you are tired is a normal response. However, did you know that rubbing your eyes throughout the day whether it’s due to allergies, irritation, dryness, or sleep deprivation, can damage your eyes? Read on to learn more about why

Just like with most things pertaining to your health and your body, good eyesight starts from the inside out. No matter what age you are, it’s never too late to start taking care of your body. And although eating a diet enriched with vitamins won’t help to reverse any damage caused by your eyesight, it

Nothing can be quite as obnoxious as having dry, itchy, or watery eyes. Luckily, with the help of eye drops, you can restore your vision back to normal and start to see better once again. From lubricating eye drops to prescription eye drops, this article will discuss three different varieties of eye drops and what

The adage, “You are what you eat,” couldn’t be truer— especially when it comes to your health. For instance, if you eat a healthy diet full of vitamins, minerals, and proteins, you are more likely to live a healthy life. Did you know that eating a healthy diet cannot only impact your heart’s health but