EYE TREATMENT
X-Chrom Contact Lens for Color “Blindness”
X-Chrom Contact Lens for Color Vision Problems by Brian Chou, OD, FAAO, FSLS May 1, 2020 (Updated November 6, 2024) Good color discrimination is required for pilots, electricians, law enforcement, and other occupations. Imagine if a police officer shot at the brown car instead of the green one. This would pose a safety and liability hazard. …
Read MoreTurned Down for LASIK?
So, you had a free screening at the laser vision center screening, but to your surprise, you are not a candidate for LASIK. Bummer. What should you do next? Refractive surgeons love performing LASIK and they make a living performing surgery. If a surgeon says no, take it to heart. You shouldn’t try finding a…
Read More10 Facts About Corneal Refractive Therapy (CRT)
Millions of people wear contact lenses daily to correct myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism. Some, however, prefer not to wear contacts during the day and are reluctant to opt for corrective eye surgery. For those that have low myopia (nearsightedness), one option that doesn’t require wearing glasses or undergoing a more invasive procedure is Corneal Refractive…
Read More5 Questions to Ask Your Optometrist
Whether you are preparing for your first-ever visit to an optometrist or are having your first checkup appointment in a few years, it’s always best to go in prepared to ask questions. It can help settle your nerves, teach you more about the type of care to expect and provide you with a better understanding…
Read MoreWhy an Online Eye Exam Cannot Replace your Optometrist
Everyone wearing glasses or contacts knows the importance of having the correct lens prescription. Vision is vital to our activities of daily life whether it’s driving, reading, or using a computer at work. You might believe that optometrists only help you with your eyesight prescription, but there is actually much more to the services they…
Read MoreWhen to Get Your Eye Prescription Updated by an Optometrist
Almost everyone in their life experiences some type of vision issue. Your vision is an important sense necessary for daily tasks from deskwork to driving. Taking care of your eyesight is essential, even if you are not experiencing noticeable changes. Yet if you do experience noticeable changes with your vision, you’ll have even more motivation…
Read MoreWhat To Look For When Scheduling Your Comprehensive Eye Exam
Regular eye exams are essential to eye health and optimal vision. They can provide valuable preventive vision care and early treatment options for existing eye conditions. Vision impairment symptoms are not always evident, and so regular comprehensive eye exams are essential in the maintenance of good vision. There are some possible measurements can be performed…
Read MoreThe Epidemic of Digital Eye Strain and How to Fix It
In today’s technology-powered world, more jobs, schools, and projects require digital screens to get work done. As a result, more people are experiencing digital eye strain symptoms. Children today are growing up with advanced technology at their fingertips. It seems as if children learn to use a laptop, smartphone, or tablet long before they can…
Read MoreWhat to Know Before your Digital Retinal Imaging Exam
What to Know Before your Digital Retinal Imaging There are many different parts of the eye that work together to create vision. The cornea, the dome-shaped surface covering the eye, bends incoming light. The colored part of the eye or the iris regulates the size of the pupil to control the amount of light that…
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