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The biggest misconception I see as an optometrist is that people who “see just fine” don’t think they need an eye exam – FALSE! Eye exams with a doctor of optometry are not just about your vision – they’re about your eye health too! A lot of sight-threatening conditions don’t start with blurry vision; these …
This is a complicated question – do screens damage your eye health in the form of blinding eye disease? Not quite. Does prolonged screen use create issues with visual comfort, blurred vision, and dry eyes? Absolutely. While you don’t need to worry too much about your eyes being damaged by the blue rays from your …
A great question that, as an optometrist, I get all the time. OD (Oculus Dexter in latin) refers to the right eye, and OS (Oculus Sinister in latin) refers to the left eye. The “sphere” refers to whether you’re “nearsighted” (myopic), or “farsighted” (hyperopic). The cylinder and axis go together to describe the amount and location …
The short answer: yes! Most of the time, the actual numbers in your glasses prescription need to be converted to account for the reduced distance between your eye and the corrective lens in contacts. In addition to this, not all contact lenses fit the eye the same, so your contact lens prescription will always include …
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A popular question we get as an optometry clinic is whether an eye exam is a covered benefit under MSP. The answer is it depends! For kids (0-18 years old) and seniors (65+), MSP covers a portion of the eye exam annually. Many optometrists choose to balance bill for these age categories as MSP only …
Were you ever told to finish your carrots at dinner because it was good for your eyes? Well, I’m here to tell you…it’s true. Carrots carry vitamin A which can support retinal function and night vision. However, there are other nutrients that can optimize your eye health that we didn’t hear about as much as …
There are a variety of reasons one might see haloes around lights: #1 – Uncorrected Prescription An uncorrected prescription, even a mild one, can create this symptom. Something as simple as wearing an accurate pair of glasses can resolve this. #2 – Dry Eyes While you may not expect it, dryness can cause haloes …
Can Contact Lenses Protect Your Eyes from UV Rays? Skin cancer isn’t the only harmful consequence of sun exposure. Exposure to ultraviolet (UV) light also increases your risk of several eye diseases and conditions. Choosing contact lenses that offer built-in UV protection can reduce your chances of developing some sun-related eye conditions. How Does UV …
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Ophthalmology addresses the physiology, anatomy and diseases of the eyes. Pediatric ophthalmology focuses on the eyes of children. Pediatric ophthalmologists examine children’s eyes to see if they need corrective lenses or other treatments to improve their vision. Training for Pediatric Ophthalmologists Pediatric ophthalmologists graduate from medical school just like other types of doctors, but they …
How Your Environment Affects Your Eyewear Choice Imagine wearing a rain coat every day of the year, no matter what the weather conditions are. Although you’d be appropriately dressed for rainy days, your coat wouldn’t do much to protect you from the bitter cold during the winter and would be much too hot on a …
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