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The Importance Of Comprehensive Eye Exams

Submitted by marketing on Thu, 2013-05-23 15:34

Written by Scott Tucci, O.D.

 

Techno-gadgets Hurting Our Eyes?

Submitted by marketing on Fri, 2013-05-17 11:42
 
From computer monitors to iPads, tablets and phones, it is not unusual for many of us to spend most of the day and night reading digital screens. Is this dependency on our techno-gadgets and toys hurting our eyes?
 
Researchers have found that 10 million primary care eye exams are given annually in the United States because of computer vision problems.

Choosing Frames That Complement Your Face

Submitted by marketing on Thu, 2013-05-02 09:38

When choosing your frames, you have to consider a lot of things before making your final decision.   Color, fit, style, and comfort all come into play.   But one thing that may help the most in choosing frames is matching them to best suit the shape of your face.   There are six basic facial shapes, so here’s what to look for:

 

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Women's Eye Health

Submitted by marketing on Fri, 2013-04-19 10:45
According to PBA (Prevent Blindness America), women are more susceptible than men to vision impairment, comprising 2.6 of the 4.1 million Americans age 40 and older who are visually impaired or blind.
 

April is Sports Eye Safety Month

Submitted by marketing on Thu, 2013-04-11 12:45
In recognition of this monthly awareness we want to keep our patients informed of many of the little things you can do to protect your eyes!
 
The risk of eye injury can vary depending on the activity. Make sure the level of eye protection you or others in your family use is appropriate for the type of activity. Regular eyeglasses do not offer proper eye protection beyond everyday activities.

Interested in Contacts?

Submitted by marketing on Thu, 2013-03-21 12:02

 Contact lenses have been used as a safe form of vision correction for years and continue to grow in popularity - and why not?  Contacts eliminate any self-consciousness about wearing glasses without sacrificing your eyesight. They also make it easier to be active as they don’t fog up with activity and they won’t fall off or get in your way.

Sun Safety

Submitted by marketing on Wed, 2013-03-13 15:24
Warmer weather is almost here! For most of us that means spending more time outside.
 
Whether you are going to the kid’s sporting events, playing a round of golf, taking the boat out, or visiting the shore- we want to remind you of the importance of Sun Safety for you and your loved ones.
 
Good Quality sunglasses prevent numerous eye-damaging diseases, as well as high intensity UV radiation burns to your cornea and retina.

Night Vision

Submitted by marketing on Fri, 2013-03-01 13:58

According to a recent nationwide survey done, nearly one of every three drivers on the road (32 percent) say they have difficulty seeing all or most of the time while driving at night.

Fashion Eyewear for Spring 2013

Submitted by marketing on Tue, 2013-02-12 19:56
 
For 2013 the biggest trends are going to be bold designs, statement frames, and funky colors! The days of shying away from wearing your glasses in public are long gone.

January is National Glaucoma Awareness Month!

Submitted by marketing on Thu, 2013-01-10 15:57

We’re always hearing about Glaucoma and getting tested for it, but what exactly is the disease? Glaucoma is actually a group of eye diseases that gradually steal a person’s sight, with no real indication that anything is even wrong with their vision until it is gone. The most common forms of Glaucoma primarily affect the middle-aged and the elderly, although it is known to plague people of all ages. In fact, Glaucoma is the second leading cause of blindness in the world, says the World Health Organization .