Eye Health Awareness | Vision Clinic

A Guide to Finding the Best Costume Contacts

September 18, 2023

A lot of Halloween costumes and cosplay outfits aren’t really complete without costume contact lenses.

Eye Exam Frequency

September 11, 2023

How often should you be getting an eye exam, considering your eye health history?

Eye Makeup Safety

September 4, 2023

"Beauty is pain" is a bad idea in general, but especially when it comes to eyes and makeup.

Use Sports Eyewear to Play Your Best

August 28, 2023

The vast majority of eye injuries can be prevented easily, including sports eye injuries.

Differences Between Human and Animal Eyes

August 21, 2023

Our jobs are all about keeping human eyes healthy and making sure our patients see clearly.

Preventing Digital Eye Strain

August 14, 2023

Do you know how much time you're spending each day looking at screens?

All Students Need Comprehensive Eye Exams

August 7, 2023

As parents, we want to ensure that our children have the best possible start in their education.

Types and Treatment of Pink Eye

July 31, 2023

Pink eye is one of the most common eye infections we can get.

What You Eat Can Help Your Eyes

July 24, 2023

Do you know why people say carrots will give you good night vision?

Vision Isn’t Just About Seeing 20/20

July 17, 2023

The first and last thing many people know about good eyesight is 20/20 vision.

Welcome to Your Life With Glasses!

July 10, 2023

New to wearing glasses? They’re going to change your life in some not-so-obvious ways.

Top Makeup Tips for Glasses-Wearers

July 3, 2023

It can be a challenge to choose the right makeup to flatter your facial features.

How a Healthy Lifestyle Affects Eyesight

June 26, 2023

Staying active is great for our overall health, but it’s also good for our eye health.

Cataract Treatment: A Long History

June 19, 2023

Cataracts have been the leading cause of blindness all throughout history.

Water Activities and Eye Safety

June 12, 2023

It’s summertime and that means lots of us are going to be spending as much time in the water as we can.

Fireworks and Eye Injury Prevention

June 5, 2023

What does your Fourth of July involve? A barbecue? A parade? Wearing a lot of red, white, and blue?

Ocular Migraines: A Strange Eye Symptom

May 29, 2023

Have you ever had a shimmering patch of light appear in your vision, then widen until you can’t see anything else?

Use Your Glasses to Flatter Your Face Shape

May 22, 2023

What factors do you consider when picking the best new pair of glasses for you?

Eyelashes and Eyebrows: Not Just for Show

May 15, 2023

Eyelashes and eyebrows serve a greater purpose beyond their aesthetic appeal.

Why Sunglasses Matter

May 8, 2023

Summer is around the corner, and so are longer days with more hours of sunlight!

What Do You Know About Your Eyes’ Anatomy?

May 1, 2023

Do you remember much from biology class about eye anatomy?

Do Men and Women Always See Eye to Eye?

April 24, 2023

There are many differences between men and women — even when it comes to vision and eye health.

Athletes and the Visual Skills They Use

April 17, 2023

When we think of the traits of an athlete, we usually think of speed and strength first.

Germs and Our Eyes

April 10, 2023

A habit of rubbing your eyes could come back to bite you.

Eyes and Allergies

April 3, 2023

Stopping to smell the spring flowers can be hard when your nose is stuffy and your eyes are swollen.

Blinking and Eye Health

March 27, 2023

We blink our eyes several times every minute of the day, but why do we need to?

Tanning Beds: Not Optometrist Approved

March 20, 2023

Anyone who enjoys a nice tan should be aware of the risks of tanning booths.

Eyes and Headaches Are Often Linked

March 13, 2023

Headaches can have a number of causes you wouldn’t expect, like an uncorrected vision problem.

Eye Health and Safety at Work

March 6, 2023

March is Workplace Eye Wellness Month, which makes it a great time to discuss eye safety on the job.

What to Expect at an Eye Exam

February 27, 2023

Approximately 1 in 5 adults in the United States has an undiagnosed eye condition.

Our Top Lens Care Tips

February 20, 2023

Glasses and contact lenses are small things that make a huge difference.

Color Blindness Is a Spectrum

February 13, 2023

Contrary to popular belief, color blindness does not mean seeing in black and white. Usually.

What Is Heterochromia?

February 6, 2023

Most of us notice a person’s eye color almost immediately when we meet them.

How Does Blue Light Affect Our Eyes?

January 30, 2023

Do you spend a lot of time after the sun goes down looking at a bright screen?

Spotlight: Age-Related Macular Degeneration

January 23, 2023

Age-related macular degeneration is a leading cause of permanent vision loss for people over the age of fifty.

Progressives, Bifocals, and Reading Glasses

January 16, 2023

As we get older, the lenses in our eyes become less flexible.

Tips on Maintaining Healthy Eyesight

January 9, 2023

An underrated ingredient of a good quality of life is healthy eyesight.

Glaucoma: Types and Risk Factors

January 2, 2023

Clear eyesight requires all of the intricate parts and systems of the eye to work together.

Good Practices for Safe Night Driving

December 26, 2022

The shorter days of winter inevitably lead to more night driving than in the other seasons.

Vision Problems Can Affect Kids Too

December 19, 2022

Functioning, healthy eyesight plays a huge role in a child’s development and education.

Autoimmune Diseases Can Affect Vision

December 12, 2022

Many autoimmune diseases can interfere with the health and function of the eyes.

Helping Your Child’s Vision Development

December 5, 2022

Babies aren’t born with visual skills; they actually have to learn how to see!

Do You Have Your Winter Eye Protection?

November 28, 2022

Even if there are fewer hours of daylight in the winter, sunglasses are still important!

Smoking Puts Eye Health at Risk

November 21, 2022

Smoking damages the entire body, and the eyes are no exception.

How Does Diabetes Impact Eye Health?

November 14, 2022

Uncontrolled diabetes can wreak havoc on health in many ways, including eye health.

Why Do We Have Different Eye Colors?

November 7, 2022

Melanin, the same compound that determines skin and hair color, is also responsible for different eye colors.

What Are the Symptoms of Retinal Detachment?

October 31, 2022

The human eye is complicated, and there are a lot of ways something can go wrong with it.

The History of Corrective Lenses

October 24, 2022

People have been using tools to help them see clearly since at least 60 A.D.

Visual Impairment Is a Spectrum

October 17, 2022

Not all vision problems can be corrected with contact lenses or glasses.

How Sleep and Vision Intersect

October 10, 2022

Sleep deprivation hits the body and mind a lot like alcohol, but how does it affect our eyes?

We Recommend These Home Eye Safety Tips

October 3, 2022

44% of all eye injuries happen at home, but 90% of eye injuries are preventable!

Caring for Our Eye Health As We Age

September 26, 2022

Our eyesight, among many other things, tends to change as we get older.

Costume Contacts: Sourcing and Safety

September 19, 2022

How Often Do We Need Eye Exams?

September 12, 2022

Most dentists will recommend a cleaning and dental exam twice a year, but how often do we need our eyes checked?

Safety Tips for Your Eye Makeup

September 5, 2022

The saying “beauty is pain” shouldn’t be true when it comes to eye makeup.

Improve Your Game With Sports Eyewear

August 29, 2022

Wearing the right eye protection can prevent an estimated 90% of eye injuries.

How Do Animals See?

August 22, 2022

Human eyes are amazing, but there are some eyes in the animal kingdom that are pretty impressive too.

How to Combat Digital Eye Strain

August 15, 2022

How much of your day do you spend looking at a screen?

Comprehensive Eye Exams and Education

August 8, 2022

Name five things you would expect to find in every school nurse’s office.

How Much Do You Know About Pink Eye?

August 1, 2022

The Best Foods for Healthy Eyes

July 25, 2022

Eating carrots is supposed to improve our eyesight, right?

20/20 Vision Is Only One Part of Eye Health

July 18, 2022

20/20 vision is often thought of as perfect eyesight, but it’s really just one part of it.

New to Glasses? Here's Why They Rock.

July 11, 2022

Starting to wear glasses can be a big change for kids.

Tips for Pairing Makeup With Glasses

July 4, 2022

Figuring out the best way to flatter our facial features with makeup is already tricky, but how about when we add glasses?

Staying Active Is Good for Eye Health

June 27, 2022

An active lifestyle is great for our overall health, but also specifically the health of our eyes.

Cataract Treatment Across History

June 20, 2022

The world’s leading cause of blindness has always been cataracts. Naturally, treatment has come a long way.

Your Eyes and Underwater Activities

June 13, 2022

Before we all jump into the nearest body of water this summer, let’s take a look at some eye safety tips.

Fireworks and Common Sense Eye Safety

June 6, 2022

What’s the first thing that comes to mind when you think of Independence Day celebrations?

Visual and Ocular Migraines

May 30, 2022

Face Shape and Glasses Frames

May 23, 2022

Do you choose glasses frames based on how well they fit the shape of your face?

What Are Our Eyebrows and Eyelashes For?

May 16, 2022

We don’t just have eyelashes and eyebrows to look pretty.

What Sunglasses Do for Your Eyes

May 9, 2022

Summer is almost here, and that means longer days with more sunlight!

The Anatomy of the Human Eye

May 2, 2022

How much do you know about the structures of the human eye?

Battle of the Sexes: Eye Health Edition

April 25, 2022

You might be surprised how different vision and eye health can be between men and women.

The Visual Skills Athletes Need

April 18, 2022

The first traits we tend to associate with athletes are speed and strength, but vision should be a close third.

Germs Can Infiltrate the Body Via the Eyes

April 11, 2022

Do you have a habit of rubbing your eyes?

Get Your Eyes Ready for Allergy Season

April 4, 2022

It’s difficult to enjoy a beautiful spring day through swollen eyes and a stuffy nose.

The Purpose of Blinking

March 28, 2022

We blink multiple times every minute, but do you know why it’s so important?

The Eyes-Headaches Connection

March 21, 2022

Uncorrected vision problems can lead to symptoms you might not expect, like frequent headaches.

Tanning Beds: Not Great for Eye Health

March 14, 2022

Indoor tanning is NOT a safe alternative to sunbathing, including for eye health.

Eye Safety in the Workplace

March 7, 2022

For Workplace Eye Wellness Month, we’re giving you a guide to protecting your eye health at work!

Why Are Eye Exams Important?

February 28, 2022

Eye exams (from a real optometrist, not an app) are critical for maintaining lifelong healthy vision.

Glasses Care and Contact Lens Safety

February 21, 2022

Glasses or contact lenses might be small, but they make a massive difference in our daily lives.

The Full Spectrum of Color Blindness

February 14, 2022

There are many different ways a person can be colorblind, and only the rarest type results in seeing in black and white.

Learning All About Heterochromia

February 7, 2022

Statistically, the first thing we notice about a person when we meet them is their eye color.

Do Our Eyes Need Protection From Blue Light?

January 31, 2022

How much of your nightly routine is lit up by a bright screen?

The Basics of AMD

January 24, 2022

For people age fifty and older, age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a leading cause of permanent vision loss.

Corrective Lenses for Presbyopia

January 17, 2022

The older we get, the more the lenses in our eyes lose their flexibility.

Tips for a Lifetime of Healthy Eyesight

January 10, 2022

Healthy eyesight is an important part of having a good quality of life.

What Is Glaucoma?

January 3, 2022

So many intricate parts have to work together to make clear eyesight possible.

Vision and Safe Night Driving

December 27, 2021

The days are shorter in winter, so we inevitably end up driving at night a little more.

Recognizing Childhood Vision Problems

December 20, 2021

Healthy, functioning eyesight is incredibly important to a child’s education and development.

Helping Child Vision Development

December 6, 2021

Did you know that babies have to learn how to see?

Protecting Your Eyes in Winter Conditions

November 29, 2021

We might get more hours of daylight in the summer, but sunglasses are important in winter too!

The Impacts of Smoking on Eyesight

November 22, 2021

A smoking habit damages every organ and system in the body, including the eyes.

How Diabetes Impacts Eyesight

November 15, 2021

One of the many things diabetes can impact when it isn’t carefully controlled is eyesight.

How Eye Color Works

November 8, 2021

Human eye color comes from melanin, the same compound that determines skin and hair color.

Learn the Signs of Retinal Detachment

November 1, 2021

Human eyes are incredibly complex, which means there are many ways something can go wrong.

Corrective Lenses Through History

October 25, 2021

Since as early as 60 A.D., people have been using vision-correcting tools to help them see.

What Are the Degrees of Visual Impairment?

October 18, 2021

Vision problems can’t all be corrected with glasses or contact lenses.

The Relationship Between Eyes and Sleep

October 11, 2021

Studies have shown that sleep deprivation hits the body and mind a lot like alcohol.

Smart Tips for an Eye-Safe Home

October 4, 2021

44% of all eye injuries happen in the home.

All About Costume Contacts

September 27, 2021

A great way to take a Halloween costume or cosplay outfit to the next level is with costume contact lenses.

Makeup Eye Safety Tips

September 20, 2021

Back in the old days, makeup was full of ingredients like lead, arsenic, and mercury.

How Often Should I Get Eye Exams?

September 13, 2021

Your dentist has probably told you to get a cleaning and exam every six months, but how often should we get eye exams?

Keeping Our Eyes Healthy as We Age

September 6, 2021

Among the many changes our bodies undergo as we get older are the changes to our eyesight.

The Importance of Eye Protection for Athletes

August 30, 2021

An estimated 90% of eye injuries are preventable if the right eye protection is worn.

How Does Animal Eyesight Work?

August 23, 2021

We wouldn’t have gone into the optometry field if we weren’t fascinated by eyes, and there are some incredible ones in nature.

Prevent and Minimize Digital Eye Strain

August 16, 2021

Digital screens have become an increasingly prominent part of our lives in recent decades.

Eye Exams: Vital to Your Child’s Education

August 9, 2021

A staple of every school nurse’s office is the big E eye chart.

What Is Pink Eye?

August 2, 2021

How much do you know about conjunctivitis (pink eye)?

Eyesight Is More Than 20/20 Vision

July 26, 2021

We tend to think of 20/20 vision being a synonym for perfect eyesight, but that isn’t quite true.

What Are the Most Eye-Healthy Foods?

July 19, 2021

We’ve all heard that eating carrots will give us amazing eyesight.

Welcome to the Glasses Club!

July 12, 2021

Wearing glasses can be a big adjustment for kids when they’re just starting out.

Making Makeup Work With Glasses

July 5, 2021

It’s hard enough figuring out the most flattering makeup for our facial features — what about when we add glasses?

How Does an Active Lifestyle Help Eye Health?

June 28, 2021

Staying active is great for our health, including the health of our eyes!

The History of Cataract Treatment

June 21, 2021

Cataracts are the world’s leading cause of blindness, and the history of treating them is long and fascinating.

Swimming and Eye Health

June 14, 2021

Let’s go over a few eye safety facts before we all start playing in the water this summer!

Important Eye Safety Rules for Fireworks

June 7, 2021

Fireworks are probably the most iconic part of every year’s Independence Day festivities.

Learn to Recognize Ocular Migraines

May 31, 2021

Have you ever seen a patch of shimmering light that widened until it filled your field of vision?

What to Look for in Your New Frames

May 24, 2021

Do you know how to find glasses frames that suit your features?

Sunglasses Versus UV Rays

May 17, 2021

Summer is almost here; are you as excited as we are?

What’s Inside the Human Eye?

May 10, 2021

The human eye is amazingly complex.

Men’s Eyesight and Eye Health

May 3, 2021

Men and women aren’t just different in the obvious ways; their eyes are different too!

Sports and Visual Skills

April 26, 2021

When we think of athletes, we probably think of speed and strength first, but what about vision?

What’s Unique About Women’s Vision?

April 19, 2021

When you think of the differences between men and women, vision and eye health probably aren’t on the list.

Eyes Can Be an Access Point for Germs

April 12, 2021

When was the last time you rubbed your eyes?

Are Your Eyes Ready for Allergy Season?

April 5, 2021

Nothing can ruin the beauty of spring quite so quickly as an allergy attack.

Why Do We Need to Blink?

March 29, 2021

Blinking does a lot for the health and function of our eyes.

What Do Eyes Have to Do With Headaches?

March 22, 2021

Frequent headaches could be a symptom of an uncorrected vision problem.

Tanning Beds and Eye Safety

March 15, 2021

You might have heard that indoor tanning is a safe alternative to sunbathing, but that is false.

Workplace Eye Safety

March 8, 2021

March is Workplace Eye Wellness month, so let’s celebrate by taking stock of a few ways to protect our eyes at work!

Yes, Eye Exams Matter

March 1, 2021

Regular eye exams (from an optometrist, not an app) are critical for lifelong healthy vision.

How to Care for Your Lenses

February 22, 2021

Corrective lenses are such small things that make such enormous differences in our lives.

The Many Shades of Color Blindness

February 15, 2021

Being colorblind can mean a lot of different things, and only in rare cases does it mean seeing in black and white.

Heterochromia: When Eyes Don’t Match

February 8, 2021

What’s the first thing you notice about a person when you meet them?

What to Know About AMD

February 1, 2021

Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a leading cause of irreversible vision loss for people over 50.

Is Blue Light Bad for Our Eyes?

January 25, 2021

How big of a role does a bright screen play in your nightly routine?

Reading Glasses, Bifocals, or Progressives?

January 18, 2021

As we age, the lenses in our eyes gradually lose their flexibility.

A Few Tips for Protecting Your Eyesight

January 11, 2021

Having healthy eyesight is a critical component of maintaining a good quality of life.

A Quick Glaucoma Crash Course

January 4, 2021

Human eyes are incredible and incredibly complicated.

Eyesight and Night Driving

December 28, 2020

As much as we might want to avoid it, we tend to end up driving at night more often in winter.

Know the Signs of Child Eye Problems

December 21, 2020

Healthy eyesight is hugely important to a child’s development and education.

How Getting Older Changes Our Eyes

December 14, 2020

Aging affects us in all kinds of ways, and that includes our eyesight.

Winter Eye Protection

December 7, 2020

It may seem strange, but sunglasses are just as important in winter as they are in summer.

Helping Your Child Develop Healthy Vision

November 30, 2020

Seeing isn’t just something babies do automatically; they have to learn how first!

How Smoking Harms Eye Health

November 23, 2020

Smoking is harmful to every system in the body, including eyesight.

A Quick Round of Optometry FAQs

November 16, 2020

We hear a lot of the same questions from our patients, so let’s address them in an FAQ!

Diabetes and Eyesight

November 9, 2020

Healthy vision is one of the many things diabetes can harm if it isn’t carefully controlled.

Retinal Detachment Warning Signs

November 2, 2020

Human eyes are remarkable, highly complex organs.

A Brief History of Glasses

October 26, 2020

People have been using vision-correcting tools of some kind since as early as 60 A.D.

The Levels of Visual Impairment

October 19, 2020

Not all vision problems can be corrected by wearing glasses or contacts.

Sleep and Vision

October 12, 2020

When we don’t manage to get a full night’s sleep, we feel it long into the next day.

Tips for Home Eye Safety

October 5, 2020

Almost half of the eye injuries that happen each year happen at home!

Can Makeup Be Bad for Our Eyes?

September 28, 2020

Modern makeup doesn’t contain lead, mercury, and arsenic like it used to in bygone era.

Be Careful When Buying Costume Contacts

September 21, 2020

Colored contact lenses are sometimes the perfect final touch to take a Halloween costume to the next level.

What Is My Ideal Eye Exam Frequency?

September 14, 2020

Dentists will tell you that you should have a dental exam every six months, but what about eye exams?

Maintaining Healthy Vision as We Age

September 7, 2020

A lot changes as we get older, including our eyesight.

Eye Protection for Athletes

August 31, 2020

Strange and Fascinating Animal Eyes

August 24, 2020

Just because we’re all about helping human vision help, it doesn’t mean we can’t appreciate some of the unique eyes in nature.

Protecting Your Eyes from Digital Strain

August 17, 2020

Many who have to rely heavily on digital devices for work have felt the discomfort of digital eye strain.

Why Kids Need Eye Exams

August 10, 2020

What comes to mind when you think of a school nurse’s office?

The Basics of Pink Eye

August 3, 2020

Can you recognize the symptoms of conjunctivitis (pink eye) when you see them?

Having 20/20 Vision Isn’t Everything

July 27, 2020

“20/20 vision” and “perfect eyesight” are often used interchangeably, but they really shouldn’t be.

Hey Kids, Your Glasses Are Awesome!

July 20, 2020

Kids often struggle to adjust to having to wear glasses.

Nutrition and Eye Health

July 13, 2020

Eating carrots might not really give you great night vision, but certain foods do have eye health benefits.

Glasses, Contacts, and Makeup

July 6, 2020

Using makeup to enhance your style or look your best can get a little trickier when glasses or contacts are in the equation.

Staying Active Helps Vision Health

June 29, 2020

What are some of the things we can do to keep our eyes healthy? Eat carrots? Wear sunglasses?

Cataract Treatment Then and Now

June 22, 2020

In the US alone, cataracts affect over 20 million adults 40 and older and half of all seniors age 80 and up.

Eye Safety Considerations for Swimmers

June 15, 2020

Before diving into the pool this summer, make sure you’re aware of the eye safety facts.

The Importance of Fireworks Eye Safety

June 8, 2020

We all love celebrating Independence Day with some good food, friends and family, and a dazzling display of fireworks.

What Is an Ocular Migraine?

June 1, 2020

Ocular migraines can be alarming if you don’t know what they are and suddenly get one for the first time.

Eyebrows and Eyelashes

May 25, 2020

Our eyebrows and eyelashes aren’t just there for decoration.

UV Rays and Sunglasses

May 18, 2020

Things are heating up for summer!

Tips for Choosing New Frames

May 11, 2020

When we pick out new glasses, we want frames that will help us look our best.

The Inner Workings of the Eye

May 4, 2020

Have you ever stopped to think about how amazing the human eye is?

The Connection Between Sports and Vision

April 27, 2020

Being a successful athlete isn’t just about speed and strength — it’s also about vision.

Women’s Eye Health

April 20, 2020

Men and women might not come from different planets, but there are certainly a lot of differences between the two — even with eye health.

Allergies and Our Eyes

April 13, 2020

Spring is a beautiful season with lots of flowers and vibrant greens...but it can be hard to enjoy when you have allergies.

How Germs Can Travel to Our Eyes

April 6, 2020

Most of us rub our eyes many times in the course of the day without really thinking about it.

The Importance of Blinking

March 30, 2020

Do you know how many times you blink in a minute?

How Headaches and Vision Are Connected

March 23, 2020

By: Vision Source

If you suffer from frequent headaches, it might be time to schedule an eye exam.

Indoor Tanning and Eye Health and Safety

March 16, 2020

By: Vision Source

Some people might think of indoor tanning as the safer alternative to sunbathing, but that is far from accurate.

Are You Protecting Your Eyes at Work?

March 9, 2020

By: Vision Source

In honor of Workplace Eye Wellness Month, it’s time for a look at the steps we can all take to protect our eyes while we work.

Why Eye Exams?

March 2, 2020

By: Vision Source

Whether you wear corrective lenses or not, regular eye exams are critical for maintaining good eye health!

A Crash Course on AMD

February 24, 2020

By: Vision Source

For people age 50 and older, age-related macular degeneration is one of the leading causes of irreversible vision loss.

Vision and the Challenges of Night Driving

December 23, 2019

By: Vision Source

In winter, when the days are shorter, we tend to end up driving more at night.

How Our Eyesight Changes as We Age

December 16, 2019

By: Vision Source

The majority of people will experience changes to their eyesight as they age.

Winter Is Here! Are Your Eyes Protected?

December 9, 2019

By: Vision Source

When we think of sunburns, most of us probably imagine sandy beaches and summer heat, but we can get sunburned in any season, including winter.

Encouraging Healthy Vision Development

December 2, 2019

By: Vision Source

Did you know that babies have to learn how to see, just as much as they have to learn how to walk and talk?

Smoking Versus Healthy Vision

November 25, 2019

By: Vision Source

The most common health effects that come to mind when we think of smoking are lung cancer and bad teeth, but it doesn’t stop there.

Questions Our Patients Often Ask Us

November 18, 2019

By: Vision Source

Many of our patients come to us with the same questions without realizing it.

Diabetes and Vision

November 11, 2019

By: Vision Source

Diabetes is a disease that can negatively affect health in many ways, including healthy eyesight.

Recognize the Signs of Retinal Detachment

November 4, 2019

By: Vision Source

Our eyes are amazing, complex organs, but there are a lot of ways for things to go wrong.

Glasses Lenses Through the Centuries

October 28, 2019

By: Vision Source

The earliest example of someone using a tool to assist with vision (that we know of) is Roman philosopher Seneca.

The Connection Between Vision and Sleep

October 21, 2019

By: Vision Source

Sometimes it’s hard to get a full night’s sleep, but when we don’t, we definitely feel it.

The Different Degrees of Visual Impairment

October 14, 2019

By: Vision Source

Some vision problems are so extreme that simple glasses or contacts aren’t enough to completely fix them.

A Word of Caution on Costume Contacts

October 7, 2019

By: Vision Source

Halloween is our favorite spooky time of year, but we need to talk about the potential dangers of costume contact lenses.

Good Home Eye Safety Practices

September 30, 2019

By: Vision Source

Nearly half of all eye injuries each year occur in the same place: the home.

Makeup and Eye Safety

September 23, 2019

By: Vision Source

Cosmetics have come a long way from the toxic powders used in the Renaissance and Victorian eras.

Is It Time For An Eye Exam?

September 16, 2019

By: Vision Source

When was the last time you came in for an eye exam?

Protecting Your Eyesight Over The Years

September 9, 2019

By: Vision Source

As we get older, our bodies don’t function as well as they used to, and that includes our eyes.

Finding The Best Eye Gear For Your Sport

September 2, 2019

By: Vision Source

With the new school year under way, a lot of student athletes are getting back into their sports.

Animal Kingdom Eyesight Olympics

August 26, 2019

By: Vision Source

Our world is filled with a staggering array of animal life, and today we’d like to take a closer look at some of the best eyes nature has to offer.

Are Your Devices Giving You Eye Strain?

August 19, 2019

By: Vision Source

Our modern digital devices give us access to all kinds of useful tools and information…but they’re not great for our eyes.

Kids And Comprehensive Eye Exams

August 12, 2019

By: Vision Source

Most of us remember going to the school nurse as a child, covering one eye at a time, and reading off lines from the big E chart to find out if we needed glasses.

Pink Eye: Types, Treatment, And Prevention

August 5, 2019

By: Vision Source

Have your eyes been incredibly itchy, watery, and red lately?

Do You Know How Color Blindness Works?

July 29, 2019

By: Vision Source

Convincing Your Child That Glasses Rule

July 22, 2019

By: Vision Source

Wearing glasses for the first time can be a difficult adjustment for any child.

Wear Glasses? Follow These Makeup Tips

July 15, 2019

By: Vision Source

We use makeup to hide blemishes, enhance our natural beauty, and create our own personal style, but for glasses wearers, this can get a little tricky.

The Benefits Of Vitamin A And Beta-Carotene

July 8, 2019

By: Vision Source

Have you been keeping an eye out for the best vitamins for maintaining healthy vision?

An Active Lifestyle For Healthy Eyes

July 1, 2019

By: Vision Source

One of the best things you can do to keep your eyes healthy is to keep your body active!

Lifting The Fog Around Cataracts

June 24, 2019

By: Vision Source

Cataracts are the world’s leading cause of blindness.

Swimming Pool Eye Safety Tips

June 17, 2019

By: Vision Source

School’s out and it’s time for summer!

Enjoy The Fireworks (But Protect Your Eyes)

June 10, 2019

By: Vision Source

The Fourth of July is a wonderful day to enjoy good food, good company, and, of course, an awe-inspiring fireworks display.

Seeing Stars? Could Be An Ocular Migraine

June 3, 2019

By: Vision Source

If you’ve ever had a series of bright, flickering lights gradually obscure your vision and then go away, you might have had an ocular migraine.

What Are Eyebrows And Eyelashes For?

May 27, 2019

By: Vision Source

According to one MIT study, people might have a hard time identifying you if you didn’t have your eyebrows!

Finding Your Perfect Summer Shades

May 20, 2019

By: Vision Source

Summer is a great time to get some cool sunglasses and relax on the beach, but we should really be wearing our sunglasses all year.

Use Your Frames To Give You Your Best Look

May 13, 2019

By: Vision Source

Those of us who wear glasses know what a difference they can make to the way our faces look.

UV Rays And Our Vision

May 6, 2019

By: Vision Source

With summer just around the corner, a lot of us are probably looking forward to getting a lot of sun.

The Mechanics Of Eyesight

April 29, 2019

By: Vision Source

Our eyes are amazing, complicated organs.

Why We Need Tears

April 22, 2019

By: Vision Source

We tend to only think of tears when something makes us cry, whether we’re watching a touching or tragic movie or we’re laughing so hard that our eyes water.

Protecting Our Eyes From Allergies

April 15, 2019

By: Vision Source

Spring is here! Unfortunately, for many of us, spring comes with seasonal allergies that leave our eyes red, puffy, and itchy.

Let’s Look At Women’s Eye Health

April 8, 2019

By: Vision Source

We all know there are differences between men and women, but it might surprise you that some of those differences have to do with our eyes!

Flaxseed Oil Or Fish Oil For Dry Eye?

March 25, 2019

By: Vision Source

If you’ve ever been near the pharmacy in a grocery store, you’ve probably seen the aisles of nutrition supplements for sale.

Computer Glasses For Digital Eye Strain

March 18, 2019

By: Vision Source

You’ve heard of reading glasses. You’ve heard of sunglasses. But what are computer glasses?

Protecting Your Eye Health While You Work

March 11, 2019

By: Vision Source

March is Workplace Eye Wellness Month, and we want to make sure our patients have all the information they need to protect their eyes at work!

5 Reasons Eye Exams Matter

March 4, 2019

By: Vision Source

We all have busy lives, so it can be easy to forget about things like scheduling regular eye exams.

What Is Age-Related Macular Degeneration?

February 25, 2019

By: Vision Source

Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) is one of the leading causes of vision loss for people over the age of 50.

Taking Care Of Your Lenses

February 18, 2019

By: Vision Source

We all love our glasses and contact lenses for letting us enjoy the details of the world around us and perform our daily tasks.

Smart Contact Lenses?

February 11, 2019

By: Vision Source

It wasn’t so long ago that the idea of a smart contact lens seemed like the stuff of science fiction, but it’s pretty close to becoming science fact.

All About Those Lenses

February 4, 2019

By: Vision Source

Let’s face it: glasses and contact lenses are pretty amazing.

Nearsightedness & Myopia

February 1, 2019

By: Vision Clinic

If you’ve ever struggled to read a road sign from a distance or a clock from across the room, you may be facing the same condition as 40% of Americans. Myopia, or nearsightedness, is your eye’s lack of ability to focus on things more than a few feet away.

MiBo Flow, A New Form of Dry Eye Treatment

February 1, 2019

By: Vision Clinic

You know the feeling - you blink repeatedly expecting relief for your eyes, but all you get is sandpaper. You buy eye drops expecting to be soothed, but they only bring relief for a few seconds. Dry eyes are one of the most common eye conditions today, and one of the hardest to ignore.

Keratoconus And Eyesight

January 28, 2019

By: Vision Source

Do you remember in old cartoons when a character would see a delicious plate of food and his eyes would comically bulge out like footballs?

Progressive Lenses Versus Bifocals

January 21, 2019

By: Vision Source

Nearly everyone over the age of 65 will experience a reduced elasticity of the lenses of their eyes — a condition called presbyopia.

The Different Types Of Contact Lenses

January 14, 2019

By: Vision Source

Compared to all the different frame styles and lens shapes of glasses, it might seem like contact lenses are much simpler.

Glaucoma 101: Eyes Under Pressure

January 7, 2019

By: Vision Source

Human eyesight is an incredibly complex system, and a problem anywhere along the way can lead to seriously compromised vision.

6 Ways To Protect Your Eyesight

December 31, 2018

By: Vision Source

One of the most essential things we can do to maintain our quality of life is protect our eyesight.

Warning Signs Of Child Vision Problems

December 24, 2018

By: Vision Source

An estimated 60 percent of children with learning difficulties have undiagnosed vision problems, and 80 percent of learning is visual.

Autoimmune Disease And Vision

December 17, 2018

By: Vision Source

An autoimmune disease is a disorder that causes the immune system to mistake healthy cells for dangerous pathogens and attack them.

Our Top Tips For Winter Eye Safety

December 10, 2018

By: Vision Source

Because it’s so much colder outside in winter, our instinct might be to assume that we’re safe from damage from the sun.

Your Child’s Vision Development

December 3, 2018

By: Vision Source

None of us is born with fully developed eyesight.

Staying Ahead Of Age-Related Vision Loss

November 26, 2018

By: Vision Source

Have you noticed any changes in your eyesight in the last few years?

Saving Your Sight With Eye Exams

November 19, 2018

By: Vision Source

It's no secret that as we age, our eyesight suffers. Fortunately, there's a lot we can do to preserve our vision.

Vision And Night Driving

November 12, 2018

By: Vision Source

Nights are long in the winter, and that means fewer hours of daylight for our morning and evening commutes.

Diabetes And Eye Health

November 5, 2018

By: Vision Source

November is Diabetes Awareness Month, and that means it's time to talk about how diabetes impacts eye health.

Our Emotions And The Colors We See

October 29, 2018

By: Vision Source

The colors we see and the emotions we feel have an interesting and complex relationship.

Sleep And Eye Health

October 22, 2018

By: Vision Source

When we don't get a good night's sleep, we can really feel it in the morning.

Costume Contact Lens Dos And Don'ts

October 15, 2018

By: Vision Source

A pair of colored contact lenses can be the perfect final touch to a great Halloween costume.

The Wide Spectrum Of Visual Impairment

October 8, 2018

By: Vision Source

Most of the time, when we hear the word "blind," we think that means total blindness, but it's not always that simple.

Home Eye Safety Tips

October 1, 2018

By: Vision Source

Eye protection is easy to remember at work or when we play sports, but what about when we're at home?

Is Makeup Bad For Our Eyes?

September 24, 2018

By: Vision Source

People have been using makeup to enhance their unique, natural features for thousands of years.

3D Movies And Our Eyes

September 17, 2018

By: Vision Source

Have you ever wondered how 3D movies work?

When To Schedule An Eye Exam

September 10, 2018

By: Vision Source

How long has it been since your last eye exam? A year? Two? Longer?

The Importance Of Sports Eye Safety

September 4, 2018

By: Vision Source

When playing sports, we often take precautions to protect our arms, legs, fingers, and so on from unnecessary damage.