How Allergies Affect Your Eyes
What Causes Allergies? Allergies occur when an allergen - like pollen, dust mites, or pet dander - gets trapped in the body’s mucous membranes. When this happens, the body releases certain chemicals like histamines as a defense mechanism against [...]
Why Spending Time Outdoors Is Good For Your Vision
Studies indicate that spending ample time outdoors can significantly reduce the advancement of myopia in children and even decrease their risk of new-onset by half. Unfortunately, many kids primarily focus on close-up activities indoors including reading or using electronic [...]
When Should My Kids Start Seeing an Eye Doctor?
When Should My Kids Start Seeing an Eye Doctor? According to the American Optometric Association (AOA), infants should have their first comprehensive eye exam with an optometrist at six months of age. Many optometrists recommend an exam between birth [...]
Importance of Wearing Sunglasses in Winter Time
There are 141 days left until summer, do you really need to wear sunglasses until then? The answer is yes! While the name ‘sunglasses’ makes us think of sunny, summer days, it is crucial to wear sunglasses, even during winter [...]
Can I Sleep in My Contacts?
The short answer is: no, you should not sleep in your contacts. Wearing contact lenses overnight can be dangerous and damaging to the eyes - it's not safe to sleep with any type of contact lenses including soft contacts, rigid [...]
The 5 Most Common Eye Diseases Optometrists Look For
When you go in for your annual eye exam, your optometrist will be looking for a number of different eye diseases. Some of the most common eye diseases are cataracts, glaucoma, macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, and dry eye syndrome. Keep [...]
