Dry eyes may occur for many different reasons, from seasonal allergies to a dry, dusty environment or a problem with the eye’s ability to make high-quality tears. There isn’t a one-size-fits-all answer to getting relief because treatment often depends on the exact cause of the dry eyes. While a saline solution is typically safe to […]
Do Dry Eyes Cause Headaches?
Dry eyes and headaches are two common health woes that many of us have experienced at some point in our lives. If you have found yourself in the unfortunate overlap where both are present, you might be left wondering—could dry eyes be causing your headache? We don’t know the exact connection between dry eyes and […]
Do Cataracts Cause Dry Eyes?
Aging gracefully often involves acknowledging and addressing changes in our health, particularly when it comes to our vision. 2 common eye conditions that affect older adults are cataracts and dry eye. The current research on cataracts and dry eye suggests that there may be a connection between cataracts and dry eyes, where one can exacerbate […]
Do Blue Light Glasses Help with Optics?
If your eyes feel strained or dry after a long day of using screens, you’re not alone. With the rise of technology and our dependence on it, many of us are experiencing the effects of digital eye strain. There have been concerns about the blue light emitted by our digital devices and its long-term effects […]
Does Everyone Get Cataracts?
Everyone eventually reaches the age where cataracts become the topic of choice for vision concerns. It makes sense. Cataracts are a common eye condition among older adults and a leading cause of blindness. Cataracts are your eye’s lenses becoming hard and clouding, which naturally happens as we age. Everyone gets some level of cataracts, though […]
Difference Between Bifocal & Progressive Lenses
Picking the right eyewear can feel overwhelming with all the choices out there. But the eyewear industry keeps evolving, introducing new and improved lenses to meet different needs and preferences. 2 common lens options for those who need multiple prescriptions are bifocal and progressive lenses. Both lenses serve the same purpose, but offer distinct differences […]
What Is PD & Why Is It Important?
Your eyes are remarkable organs and an important part of your body as they allow you to see and perceive the world around you. To take good care of them, it is important to go for regular eye exams. In an eye exam, you can learn about your pupillary distance (PD). PD is the measurement […]
Can Computer Screens Cause Cataracts?
Cataracts can be a concern for many people as they get older. When your risk for cataracts increases because of age, you may also start to wonder about the other possible causes of cataracts and how using digital devices may affect your eyes. Fortunately, computer screens are not a recognized cause of cataracts. While computer […]
How Often Should a Child Get an Eye Exam?
Developing healthy eyesight plays a role in your child’s academic and social growth. Eye exams can help detect any early vision problems that may lead to learning difficulties or other complications. Regular eye exams can provide peace of mind for parents, knowing that their child’s vision is being monitored and any issues can be addressed […]
What Happens If You Don’t Wear Sunglasses after Dilation?
Eye exams are an integral part of maintaining good eye health, and one of the standard diagnostic tools used by optometrists is dilation. Dilation involves using drops that cause the pupils to open wide, allowing our Eye Care Plus doctors to view the retina and other eye parts better. While dilation is generally a safe […]