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The Downside of Eyelash Extensions

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One of a woman’s most coveted facial features is her eyelashes. One major player in the eyelash industry claimed to have netted over $18 million in sales last year alone. No question that long, thick, lush eyelashes are always in and always a fashion statement. There are many ways to enhance your eyelashes. Step into […]

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Taking an Online Vision Test

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It seems you can do anything online these days. You can order groceries, household items, restaurant food, and clothes tailored to your size and style. You can schedule and meet with doctors and mental health professionals all from the comfort of your home. Anything else you desire is likely to be as near as the […]

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Allergies and Your Eyes

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After a long, cold, wet winter people are usually happy to see spring roll in. Everyone, that is, except those who suffer from allergies because when trees and flowers bloom, they release pollens and other irritants into the air, causing your nose and eyes to itch, water and turn red. […]

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Eyecare Careers

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Some of our favorite customers are children. They usually come in excited for the experience of undergoing an eye exam. It’s all so new and interesting. Moreover, there are few things more satisfying than having your sight corrected so you can see things clearly. Yes, the life of an optometrist is very rewarding. Often our […]

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Caring for Your Glasses and Contact Lenses

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In today’s fast-paced world people tend to look for quick solutions to many of the daily chores of life. This seems to be especially true of caring for your eyeglasses or contact lenses. Let’s start with a reminder of why this is important. First, eyeglasses and contact lenses are just like any type of prescription. […]

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AI and Ophthalmology

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The world of optometry and ophthalmology are changing many aspects of life at lightning speed. Artificial intelligence (AI) is the intelligence displayed by machines versus that of human capability. Its definition is actually much more complex and refers to devices that are able to perceive their environment and achieve a goal. It sounds like the […]

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A Cure for Blindness?

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There are many causes of blindness. It may be the result of an accident or it may be due to some form of progressive eye disease or it could be genetic. A small biotech firm has been in the process of developing a therapy for an infrequent type of blindness. The treatment is genetic-based and […]

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Contact Lenses of the Future

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Science and technology continue to amaze and break boundaries. This is as true in the area of eye care as other industries. The latest buzz is about a product called ‘smart lenses’. These are contact lenses that will be able to perform a number of functions along with adjusting your eyesight so you are able […]

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Teary Eyed?

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Do your eyes well up at the sight of a sentimental movie? How about a love song? Do beautiful lyrics bring tears to your eyes? Of course, there are many things that can make you cry. Some are happy and some are sad. But, did you know that scientists have actually studied the subject of […]

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