Online shopping has gotten a lot more popular over the last decade. It is fast and convenient for a lot of people to click a button and it arrive at your door. Personally, I love online shopping, especially Amazon! But there are some things that you are better off purchasing in the store, glasses included. […]
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Glaucoma Specialist Exam
Your local Optometrist is trained to be a glaucoma specialist. In the medical world glaucoma is referred to as “the silent thief of sight.” It is a very serious condition that often goes unnoticed during the beginning stages. Damage to the optic nerve normally begins early before the person with the disease can tell. We will discuss […]
Contact Lens Safety
October is “Contact Lens Safety Awareness Month” and I would like to take the time today to educate you on the best way to care for your contact lenses to help prevent any complications. According to the CDC, there are 45 million contact lens wearers in the United States, which is about 15% of the population. […]
What Can I Do About Pet Eye Allergies?
Our pets are our best friends, even when we have pet eye allergies. About 70% of the people in the US have a pet. That could be a dog, cat, goldfish, or hamster. While cat eye allergies are the most common, dogs and hamsters can cause problems too. It is estimated that pet eye allergies […]
Evil Eye Meanings
The blue-colored evil eye charm is one of the most recognizable talismans around the world, and it has only grown in popularity over the years. Originating in Turkey, the talisman can be found in various forms such as pendants, necklaces, rings, bracelets, and a variety of other accessories. It is believed to provide the wearer […]
Common Types of Conjunctivitis
For the most part, there are three common types of conjunctivitis: viral, bacterial, and allergic. However, conjunctivitis can also be caused by irritants, such as a metal in the eye, chemicals, plastic in the eye, or pollutants. The Three Types of Conjunctivitis Viral Conjunctivitis or Pink Eye Viral conjunctivitises make up the bulk of all […]
Best Eye Makeup Remover
The best makeup removers dissolve makeup and help clarify your pores without stripping your skin of protective oils. If you wear makeup or sunscreen, it’s important to use makeup remover to clear out pore-clogging substances from your skin at the end of the day. If you don’t remove your makeup and sunscreen, you may experience […]
Why Do I Have Itchy Eyes?
So you have very itchy eyes. Welcome to spring, winter, Oklahoma, windy season, or you name it. Itchy eyes can happen pretty much anytime. Itchy eyes are often attributed to allergy season, but can be caused by other factors in your environment. If you are one of the millions who suffer from itchy eyes, understanding […]
Color Blindness
So, what exactly is color blindness? It typically doesn’t mean that you can’t see any color at all, it just means that you see colors a little differently than non-colorblind individuals. It usually runs in families and has no cure, but there are special glasses and contacts that can help. Types of Color Blindness There are a […]
Pressure Behind Eyes
Feeling pressure behind the eyes is a common issue I see with patients and doesn’t necessarily correlate with a problem with the eye itself. There are many causes for feeling this pressure sensation and some can be sight threatening so it is important to let your optometrist know if you notice this. Headaches Migraines and […]