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Atropine Eye Drops for Myopia

Myopia, or nearsightedness, is more common than ever. If your child is living with myopia, you've likely wondered what solutions exist. Myopia control is a fantastic way to help manage your child's nearsightedness, and one option for treatment is simple: atropine eye drops. Atropine eye drops are used to relax your child's eye muscles. This…

What are Ortho-K Lenses Used For?

Glasses and conventional contact lenses help many people see during their daily lives but aren’t always the right fit for everyone. While LASIK and PRK surgery provide a permanent solution to refractive errors, not everyone is interested in or able to undergo eye surgery. There is a unique alternative available! Orthokeratology (ortho-k) lens technology allows…
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Can Myopia Be Reversed?

Myopia, also known as nearsightedness, is a common refractive error that affects many individuals worldwide. It is characterized by difficulty seeing objects that are far away, while close objects can be seen clearly. Myopia is caused by the shape of the eye, where light focuses in front of the retina instead of directly on it.…

Myopia vs. Hyperopia: What’s the Difference?

Have you ever heard of myopia or hyperopia? These are the technical terms for common vision issues known as nearsightedness or farsightedness. Even if your eye doctor already explained to you the difference between these two conditions, it can be helpful to learn more about both vision Myopia and hyperopia are both refractive errors that…
A pair of optical trial lenses that optometrists and opticians use to examine people's dioptric situation.

Can High Myopia Be Corrected?

Myopia, also known as nearsightedness, may be to blame if you struggle to see at a distance. It's a common refractive error that affects approximately one in three people. Individuals with high myopia have more significant vision impairment, often leading to more severe eye conditions. But can high myopia be corrected? The answer is yes,…

Can Myopia Be Corrected Permanently?

Myopia is one of the most common eye conditions in the world. With so many people experiencing blurry vision, there are several treatment options for this condition, such as glasses, contact lenses, and laser eye surgery. With so many treatments, is there a way to permanently cure myopia? Continue reading to learn more about myopia,…

How Do Misight Contact Lenses Work?

Misight contact lenses are used to slow myopic progression in children and adults. Myopia, or nearsightedness, is becoming more common, and often presents in childhood and adolescence. But don’t worry, there are numerous treatment options available, and the condition can easily be treated through the use of Misight contact lenses. At Vivid Eye Care we…
Young girl and her father both wearing glasses

Common Eye Problems in Infants, Toddlers, & Children

There are many different eye conditions someone can experience and many can emerge in childhood. They typically require an optometrist’s care and regular eye exams are important for diagnosing any potential problems. Learn more about common eye problems in infants, toddlers, and children below.  Common Eye Problems in Children  Refractive Errors  Refractive errors are a…

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