Have you scheduled an eye exam recently and wondered how long it might take? You’re not alone. On average, they usually take around 30 minutes. Whether you’re squeezing in an exam during a lunch break or planning your day around it, understanding the timeline can help you better prepare and ease any anxiety and help you plan for your eye health. […]
Many rush to the conclusion that it’s pink eye or conjunctivitis when their eyes get red or itchy. But is it really? A few other conditions commonly misdiagnosed as pink eye include […]
Vision issues can affect individuals of any age, but nearsightedness, or myopia, is a prevalent refractive error that typically starts in childhood and may progress over time.
Though often corrected with glasses or contact lenses, myopia can heighten the risk of certain eye conditions and diseases later in life. […]
Imagine going through your day with eyes that feel like sandpaper and a head that’s constantly pounding. For many chronic headache sufferers, this isn’t just an occasional inconvenience—it’s a daily struggle. While headaches can have many causes, there’s a surprising trigger you might not have considered: dry eyes. Yes, that seemingly minor issue of dry, […]
Contact lenses offer the freedom to go without glasses for sports, fashion, or just because you prefer it. A contact lens fitting is a process conducted by an optometrist to determine the best contact lenses for your eyes. Here’s what typically happens during a contact lens fitting: Initial Eye Examination: The optometrist will perform a […]
That burning, gritty, stinging sensation in your eyes—that’s dry eye. It’s a lot more common than most people think and can be an extremely frustrating condition to deal with. Caused by a problem with your tear film, dry eye can develop due to all kinds of potential factors. However, there’s one key player in your […]
It is recommended that people between the ages of 18 and 64 have eye exams once every 2 years and as recommended when they are over 65. […]
Together, we will unravel why eye drops expire, how to identify expired eye drops and discuss the potential risks and considerations involved in using them beyond their intended shelf life. You should not use expired eye drops unless it is an emergency situation. […]
Common reasons for dry eyes in the morning include insufficient tears, poor tear quality and partially open eyelids while you sleep. An eye exam can help your eye doctor determine the root cause of your dry eye symptoms and provide treatment and strategies for relief. […]
During a comprehensive eye exam, your optometrist performs a series of tests to help determine your prescription and uncover any ocular health issues. […]
