Quality sunglasses with UV protection are the perfect way to keep your eyes healthy and protect from the sun’s harmful rays. Sacrificing on quality when it comes to purchasing sunglasses can lead to reduced protection from the sun – which ultimately can cause lasting damage to your eyes. Sunglasses not only cut down on bright…
Quality Sunglasses- Why are they important? Maui Jim, Spy, Oakley, RayBan
Presbyopia – why do most people need bifocals or reading glasses at 40?
Presbyopia occurs when the lens of the eye loses its flexibility and causes difficulty in focusing on close objects. This loss of flexibility occurs over many years, but seems to happen suddenly. It is usually noticed in an individual’s early to mid-40s. This condition is a normal part of the aging process and cannot be…
Private vs Retail Optometry – Why buy local?
When it’s time for your annual eye exam, a contact fitting, or just new glasses, it’s important to find the right optometry practice to meet your needs. Many people turn to chain stores at the mall in response to TV ads, but are these the best option? Here are some important factors to consider: Experience…
Cataracts
Cataracts are a clouding of the lens that inhibits proper vision. They are related to aging and around half of Americans over 80 have experienced them. Cataracts can affect either eye and are usually noticeable to the patient in the sixth and seventh decade of life. Some of the symptoms could be night vision glare…