Nearsightedness, or “myopia,” affects nearly 40% of the US population. It is one of the most common eye conditions in the world. Like other refractive errors, myopia causes objects at a certain distance to become blurry. Controlling the effects of myopia is crucial in ensuring that your vision remains clear. If you are experiencing myopia, […]
High myopia describes the condition of being severely nearsighted. Severe cases of myopia can drastically affect your quality of life and can make daily tasks difficult to perform without the use of corrective lenses. If you are experiencing high myopia, it is imperative that you get your eyes examined to receive a proper diagnosis and […]
I get this question a lot. Parents want to know whether contact lenses are safe for their child. It makes sense. A parent’s job is to protect their kids. And as an optometrist, my job is to educate my patients. That’s why I’ve put together an infographic to answer some of the most common questions […]
I do a lot of corneal reshaping with my patients. It’s a very effective way to slow myopia’s progression in kids without asking them to wear glasses or contact lenses during the day. But when I introduce the concept of corneal reshaping to parents, I’m usually met with the same question: “is corneal reshaping safe […]
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Corneal reshaping is a highly-effective method of myopia control. Through a pair of specialty contact lenses, we can significantly reduce the rate at which your child’s myopia progresses. Parents usually have questions about corneal reshaping, and that’s only natural. As a parent, it’s your job to get all the information you can before making a […]
Myopia, or nearsightedness, is a common vision issue for today’s kids. In fact, the World Health Organization has recorded a large spike in myopia over the recent years. This condition worsens as children get older because the refractive error grows larger as the child grows larger. As a result, children often need a very strong […]
Oakley sunglasses and glasses frames are some of the most popular available. If you are going to be spending the money on these frames, you want to make sure that you get the real deal. There are ways to spot the difference between real and fake products, so you can tell if the pair you have […]
Few designer products reach the high level of ‘cool’ and desirability that Ray-Ban designer frames have. The popularity of their products has spawned an entire industry devoted to manufacturing copy cats. When we are investing in high-quality, stylish sunglasses, we want to know that we are spending our money wisely. When you are shopping for frames or […]
Visiting your optometrist regularly can help protect your eyes and make sure you are able to see for years to come. It may be easy to take your kids to visit the optometrist but don’t forget about going yourself. Your optometrist can give you insight into the overall health of your eyes. It’s not just […]
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