Worsening vision in adulthood is a common, but unfortunate, occurrence. After all, the rest of our bodies deteriorate as we age, so it would make sense that our eyes would, too. And so, to some extent, experiencing presbyopia as we get older is perfectly normal and even unavoidable. However, it’s normal to worry about some […]
Poor distance vision is a drag for many reasons. Whether you have trouble making out signs in the grocery store or seeing the stage at a concert, it can greatly diminish your quality of life. If you’re someone who struggles to see clearly in these situations, it’s possible you could have myopia, otherwise known as […]
Some experts have estimated that nearly 40 percent of the U.S. population is affected by myopia, more commonly known as nearsightedness. Just as it sounds, nearsightedness means that you can see pretty well up close. But, while that sounds nice, the problem is that myopic eyes struggle to see objects at a distance. This condition […]
If your child recently went back to school and suddenly also needed another trip to the eye doctor, you’re not alone. Vision problems often become evident in children right after school starts in the fall. Kindergartners and first graders are often the biggest culprits. This is because these new educational experiences bring new challenges that […]
If you can’t see quite as clearly as you would like without corrective eyewear, there’s a good chance you are suffering from a refractive error. But just what are refractive errors? Refractive errors are an umbrella term for issues like farsightedness, nearsightedness, and astigmatism. Because this is such a general term, these issues are the […]
One thing that the vast majority of parents have in common is that they want their children to thrive. Keeping up with the recommended appointment schedule for the pediatrician and the dentist is often a no-brainer. However, many parents unfortunately stop there. After all, who wants to add another appointment to the schedule, especially when […]
If you’ve struggled with astigmatism, someone has probably recommended LASIK eye surgery to you. LASIK has long been touted to be the quick-fix cure-all for a variety of refractive errors. This is definitely one way to fix your vision if you suffer from this condition, but just how effective is it? And is it safe? […]
Our bodies are strange and complex things. We find a way to cure one ailment, and just as quickly, a new one begins affecting mass populations. An eye condition that seems to be on the rise with no signs of slowing down is myopia. This condition is also known more colloquially as nearsightedness. What is […]
It isn’t uncommon to see kids with smartphones these days. Why shouldn’t they have them? They can be exceptional learning tools, help your children keep in contact with friends and family, be used for emergencies, and can capture some truly great moments. But how does a smartphone affect the eyes of your child? For all […]
Early childhood is an exciting time for both kids and parents. Kids spend their days discovering the world by reading (or rather looking at pictures while you read to them), playing games, jumping, running, crawling and rolling around. Parents get to rediscover the wonder of the world through their child’s eyes. You want your preschooler […]
