Myopia eyeglasses offer a solution. These glasses have a specialty lens design that changes how light focuses in the eye, which helps slow myopia progression in children while also correcting their vision. […]
Myopia Eyeglasses: How Do They Work?
What Are the Differences Between Myopia & Hyperopia?
Myopia and hyperopia are refractive errors (eye conditions) that affect visual clarity. Although both cause blurry vision, there are several key differences between them:
An eye with myopia is too long or its cornea curves steeply, resulting in blurry distance vision while close-up vision remains clear.
Hyperopia causes the eye to shorten or flatten the cornea, resulting in blurry close-up vision while distance vision remains clear.
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What Are Bifocal Eyeglasses?
Bifocal eyeglasses, for instance, are a great option for people who require two distinct lens powers in a single lens. A visible line divides the two prescriptions, with a reading prescription in the lower lens and distance vision correction in the upper lens. […]
Can Contact Lenses Expire?
Contact lenses can expire. Wearing them past that date can lead to discomfort, irritation, or even serious eye infections. […]
How Long Does Eye Strain Last?
If left untreated, eye strain symptoms usually disappear after a few hours once the activity causing the strain stops. However, symptoms can become chronic if the underlying cause is not addressed. […]
How Long Can Pink Eye Last on a Surface?
How long pink eye can last on a surface depends on whether it’s viral or bacterial pink eye and the type of surface, but typically, it only lingers for under forty-eight hours.
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How Long Does an Eye Exam Take?
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. […]
What is Commonly Misdiagnosed as Pink Eye?
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 […]
How Often Should I Get an Eye Exam?
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. […]
Can You Use Expired Eye Drops?
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. […]
