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What Are the Early Warning Signs of Macular Degeneration?

An image of eyeglasses on a book with a large dark circle in the middle of the image that demonstrates vision loss from age-related macular degeneration.

Understanding your eye health is crucial, especially regarding conditions that can significantly impact your vision. One such eye disease is macular degeneration, a common yet often misunderstood eye disease. The early warning signs of macular degeneration include blurry vision, dark or empty areas, and difficulty adapting to low-light conditions. One important aspect of macular degeneration […]

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Do Contact Lenses Expire?

A closeup showing a young man applying her contact lens.

Contact lenses are among the most common tools for vision correction.  They allow for clear vision without glasses, but require more maintenance in return. Soft contact lenses are designed to be worn for a fixed period before replacing the lens. While contact lenses themselves don’t expire, the solution they sit in does.  Contact lens prescriptions […]

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What to Expect During a Contact Lens Exam & Fitting

an optometrist passes a patient a contact lens case at a contact lens fitting

Whether you’ve been wearing glasses for a while or just got your prescription, there’s a good chance you may have considered wearing contact lenses to help correct your vision. However, contacts aren’t just a replacement for eyeglasses; there are many variables to consider before our team can recommend them as a suitable lens option. To […]

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Why Regular Diabetic Eye Exams Matter

women with diabetic eye on left compared with normal eye on right

Your eyes and body share a unique relationship. If you didn’t know already, several health conditions could lead to various eye concerns. Sjögren’s syndrome and lupus can increase the risk of developing dry eye, multiple sclerosis can increase the number of floaters you notice in your vision, and your cornea may develop a blue or […]

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The Importance of Eye Exams For Children

Young girl undergoing eye exam by her optometrist

Your optometrist does more than test your vision in an eye exam; they can identify several eye conditions and diseases. Children need regular eye exams as they develop and grow into adulthood.   How important are eye exams for children? Continue reading to learn more about the importance of children’s eye exams, including what happens during […]

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