Tag: Eyeglasses
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3 Reasons to Go to the Eye Doctor
The importance of eyes can’t be said enough. You use your eyes to see, learn, read, and experience all that life has to offer. Many health problems, such as diabetes, also show the first symptoms in the eyes, prompting you to seek treatment when necessary.
Going to the eye doctor is an excellent way to keep tabs on your eyes and ensure
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3 Most Common Eye Questions and Answers
Since we started in 1972, we have heard our fair share of eye questions--and answers are easy to come by, thanks to our optometrists’ wide range of expertise. As someone who plans to schedule an eye exam soon, you will likely appreciate knowing some of the jargon surrounding eye exams (even though our eye doctors do their best to explain things
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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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How Often Should You Get Your Eye Prescription Checked?
Being proactive is one of the best ways to take care of vision issues early on. We recommend having regular eye examsas a preventive eye care technique that can help our eye doctors catch any eye health issues that may be coming your way.
One essential component of every eye exam is looking into your current eyewear (if you have it). How
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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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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 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 Long Does It Take to Get Used to Monovision Contact Lenses?
Monovision contacts are a type of eyewear for those who have one eye that sees near or far. With enough wear-time, your brain will adjust to these new lenses, and you’ll forget you’re even wearing them.
A significant benefit of monovision contact lenses is that they can replace reading glasses. So, if you need magnification, but bifocals
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Where to Get a Contact Lens Exam Near Me
For those who wish to wear contacts, at some point, you’ll need a contact lens exam. During this eye exam, the eye doctor will talk to you about your vision concerns, review your current contacts (if you wear them), assess your general eye health, and examine your eyes up close.
But wait--aren’t these the same things they do during a regular
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