Tag: eye exam
Astigmatism Treatment
Astigmatism is a common vision condition that affects many people around the world. It occurs when the cornea or lens of the eye is not perfectly round, causing blurred or distorted vision. In this blog post, we will explore what causes astigmatism, what it is, and how astigmatism is treated. What Is Astigmatism? Astigmatism is a common vision problem that
Prescription Reading Glasses: Why They’re So Much Better than OTC Glasses
Racks and racks of reading glasses can be found everywhere from a truck stop diner to a dollar store. But trust us, there’s much more to buying reading glasses than meets the eye. Prescription reading glasses provide you with added value in the long run when it comes to your comfort, the health of your eyes, and the reliability of
The Relationship Between Diabetes and Cataracts
While everyone should see an eye doctor regularly, people with diabetes should be especially cognizant of keeping their eye examination appointments. There is a significant relationship between diabetes and cataracts, and if left unchecked and uncontrolled, this can lead to serious vision problems. The Basics about Cataracts If you have a cataract, the lens of your eye becomes cloudy, and
Preparing for Laser Eye Surgery: What You Can Expect Before the Big Day
As you are preparing for laser eye surgery, you want to make sure you have everything in order. This is an exciting time, and it won’t be long before your eyes provide you with a brand new, clearer outlook! Keep these things in mind before your laser eye surgery. Get the information you need In the appointments before your laser
Optomap Imaging: The Optimal Step During an Eye Exam
Optomap imaging is a crucial part of nearly every eye exam, but what is it really? And how does it work? Basically, it entails taking a picture of the retina, which lines the back of the eyeball, and displays it on a computer monitor for a more in-depth look. The process is as simple as looking into a camera lens,
Blue Light Eye Damage: A Michigan Eye Doctor Explains How Blue Light Impacts Your Eyes
How Does Blue Light Effect Your Eyes “Don’t sit so close to the TV. You’ll go blind.” How much truth is there to that? We went from believing the statement when we were children, to decide it’s complete nonsense, to going back to the possibility that it makes sense …. sort of. A television screen, computer screen, or phone most
Astigmatism: Myth vs. Fact
Astigmatism affects at least one-third of the population in the United States. Astigmatism is an irregular curvature of the cornea or lens. This irregularity is found most often in the cornea and causes light to refract improperly. As a result, blurry vision, eye strain, headaches, and general eye discomfort may result. Most people have such a mild case that there
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