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A person examining their sunken in eyes.

Eye Care, Eye Nutrition • November 9, 2024

Will Dehydration Make Eyes Look Sunken In?

Have you looked in the mirror and noticed that your eyes seem more sunken than usual? This change in appearance can be concerning, and you might be wondering if dehydration is the culprit. Dehydration is a common issue that can affect various aspects of our health, including the delicate skin around our eyes. It can…

A young adult closes their eyes as they take a sip of a glass of water with lemon slices

Dry Eye Disease, Eye Care • November 7, 2024

Does Drinking Water Help With Dry Eyes?

Dry, stinging, and irritated eyes can significantly impact daily life and harm overall eye health. Dry eye disease or dehydration can cause these symptoms. But what if the solution is as simple as reaching for a glass of water? This isn’t always the case, as dry eye is a multifactorial disease that physiological and environmental…

Adult man working on laptop, rubbing his eyes from eye strain.

Vision Health • November 7, 2024

How to Relieve Eye Strain

In today’s digital world, many of us spend hours working on computers, scrolling through our phones, or watching TV. This can lead to a common issue known as eye strain. You can relieve eye strain by following these key strategies: use the 20-20-20 rule, adjust screen settings, reduce glare, and keep your eyes lubricated. At…

A pair of sunglasses that is being held up blocks the sun from a sunny sky with a grove of trees in the background

Eye Care, Eyeglasses • September 4, 2024

What are the Benefits of Polarized Sunglasses?

Spending time outside in the sun has many benefits for physical and mental health. It is important to protect your eyes and maintain good eye care when spending time outside. When spending a long time in environments where there is a lot of sun glare, you may want to consider polarized sunglasses. Polarized sunglasses reduce…

Alt Text: A person lying in a large bed with white bedding rubs their dry eyes as they wake up trying to clear their vision

Eye Care, Eye Conditions and Diseases • September 4, 2024

Why are My Eyes so Dry in the Morning?

Dry eyes in the morning can be uncomfortable, so it is important to mention your dry eyes to your optometrist at your next eye exam. Some common causes of dry eyes in the morning are: Producing poor quality tears or not enough tears Not being able to close your eyes when sleeping Allergies Medications Sleeping…

A female optometrist gesturing while testing a child's vision for astigmatism.

Eye Conditions and Diseases • August 2, 2024

Can Astigmatism Get Worse?

When you think about vision problems, nearsightedness and farsightedness likely come to mind. They’re common refractive errors known to affect your everyday vision. However, there are plenty of other conditions that also impact your vision. Astigmatism is an eye condition characterized by a misshapen cornea or lens, causing blurry and distorted vision. Astigmatism usually stays…

A male optometrist and a young female patient smiling while discussing the results of her eye exam.

Eye Care • August 2, 2024

How Often Should I Have an Eye Exam?

Your eyes are a crucial part of your everyday life, but it's easy to take them for granted. You rely on your eyes for nearly everything you do, but many people neglect a simple step that can be key to safeguarding their sight—regular comprehensive eye exams. They're a simple way to preserve your vision and…

Vision Therapy • June 28, 2024

Amblyopia vs. Strabismus: What’s the Difference?

Whether you’re the parent of a child with symptoms, or an adult with symptoms yourself, vision troubles and blurry vision aren’t a fun experience. Conditions like strabismus and amblyopia are no joke—not only can they be alarming, but they can also have rippling impacts throughout the rest of your life. So what’s the difference between…

Woman putting non-expired eye drops in her right eye

Eye Care • June 28, 2024

Do Eye Drops Expire?

Whether you're dealing with the burning sensations caused by dry eyes, or controlling conditions like myopia, you've probably used eye drops at some point. Eye drops are an excellent way to help keep your eyes protected and treat different conditions. However, many people don't know that eye drops have an expiration date. This date varies…

A female optician checking to see if the female patient's glasses are sitting on her face correctly

Eye Care, Eyeglasses • May 1, 2024

Why You Should Buy Glasses From Your Optometrist

Optometrists and opticians play a pivotal role in not just helping us see better but in ensuring the health and well-being of our eyes. This extends to providing quality eyeglasses for prescription wear. Purchasing your glasses from your optometrist provides patients with expert advice, quality assurance, high customer care, and insurance ease. Getting your glasses…

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