As the holiday season approaches and winter nears, it’s time for most of us to pull out our cold weather gear. But it’s important to know how to protect our vision during the winter, as well. Here are a few tips to help keep your eyes healthy this upcoming season. As the outdoor temperatures drop, [...]
Your eye prescription can change from childhood to adulthood and how often your prescription changes depends on several factors. People with 20/20 vision have normal visual clarity of acuity at a distance of 20 feet. However, this does not mean someone with 20/20 vision has perfect vision, simply that they can see clearly at a [...]
When to have an eye exam Several factors can determine how frequently you need an eye exam, including your age, health and risk of developing eye problems. General guidelines are as follows: Children 3 years and younger Your child's pediatrician will likely check your child's eyes for healthy eye development and look for the most [...]
Losing vision is often the last thing that happens when you’ve got an eye disease, which means it is important to continue to visit your eye doctor, even if you’ve got great vision. Comprehensive exams allow doctors to see things that you can’t, and to discover small problems before they become bigger issues. Regardless of [...]
We know. This time of year it’s pumpkin-spiced everything. So we did a little research to see how pumpkins are beneficial to your eye and guess what… They are! As it turns out, pumpkins are rich in zinc, vitamin C, vitamin A, lutein, and zeaxanthin, making them beneficial for your vision and total health. So, [...]
