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How to Find the Best Eye Doctor for Kids
Did you know that children with unresolved vision problems can have issues in the classroom and with sports? Working with the right children’s eye doctor is crucial to staying ahead of these problems so that your little one can enjoy a happy, fulfilled life.
Keep reading to find out when to bring your child to see an eye doctor for kids (
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What Not to Do Before an Eye Exam
According to the American Optometric Association (AOA), annual eye exams are essential because they allow an optometrist to catch severe eye issues early enough to create a plan for treatment. Waiting too long (or missing eye appointments) can make your eye condition progress faster than it can be treated.
Just as delaying your eye doctor
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What to Ask During an Eye Exam
An eye examination is your chance to ask your eye doctor questions. So, why put it off? Our comprehensive optical evaluations are here to help you--and your eyes--and our team is ready to assist with your concerns.
Unsure of what to ask during an eye exam? Don’t worry. We put together a list of questions for eye doctors that you can choose
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Are Hard Contact Lenses a Good Choice?
Did you know that 45 million people in the U.S. use contacts, with the majority being nearsighted? No matter your age, the idea of wearing contact lenses is appealing since you can conceal the fact that you’re wearing corrective eyewear while maintaining the prescription power you need.
Most people prefer soft lenses due to the comfortable
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How Much Do Children’s Eye Exams Cost?
Per the American Optometric Association (AOA), most children find out they’re nearsighted between ages 3 and 12. This can be a lot for kids to absorb, but managing nearsightedness is easy if caught early on. Often, it only requires prescription eyewear, which your child can get at a comprehensive eye exam.
If you think your child has
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What Are FSAs and HSAs?
Did you sign up for an FSA plan in 2020? If it ends on December 31, you may have until March 15, 2021 to use your funds and until March 31 to send in the necessary paperwork for repayment.
Don’t wait too long, though. With the deadlines right around the corner, you’ll want to use your funds and send in documentation right away.
For
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What Is the Grace Period for an FSA?
A flexible spending account (FSA) is a service you can set up through your employer to take care of approved healthcare expenses. In 2020, employees can contribute up to $2,750 from their annual income before taxes.
Most people’s FSAs end on the final day of the year (December 31), but that doesn’t mean you need to spend all your FSA by then.
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How Do Toric Contact Lenses Work?
Do you often look at the reviews for the best contact lenses for astigmatism? Having astigmatism can make it challenging to narrow down your eyewear options, especially when everyone’s level of astigmatism is different.
And we understand what it’s like to spend hours searching for the top contact lenses when all you want is someone to
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Which Contact Lenses Can You Sleep In?
Were you aware that nearly 33 percent of adults have fallen asleep while wearing contacts? We understand the struggle. After all, who wants to get out of bed and remove contact lenses after forgetting to take them out?
Sometimes, it feels like removing them when you’re tired can take forever. And other times, you might be so comfy in your
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What Are Extended Wear Multifocal Contact Lenses?
The best part about shopping for contacts at For Eyes is there’s something for everyone. We offer affordable options for every budget and even sell contact lenses online.
Some of our most popular lenses include daily wear, tinted, and toric. We also offer extended wear multifocal contact lenses to give you plenty of flexibility and the
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