Babies learn to see over a period of time, much like they learn to walk and talk. They are not born with all the visual abilities they need in life. The ability to focus their eyes, move them accurately, and use them together as a team must be learned. Also, they need to learn how […]
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Amazing eye facts
We don’t often give our eyes as much thought as we should, that is until something goes wrong and our vision is affected. But when you learn more about eyes, you realize just how amazing they are. Here are a few facts you may enjoy: In a very basic form, eyes are thought to have […]
Continue readingDiabetes and Eye Problems. How Much Do You Know?
Did you know that an eye exam can be the first clue to detecting diabetes and other hidden health concerns? Finding health issues early can give patients a better chance at preventing damage through early treatment and management. A routine eye exam can show so many things. Some can be downright life changing – and […]
Continue readingTips to Maintain Healthy Eyes While Swimming
Swimming and aerobics are great ways to stay fit, but did you know that the chlorine in the water can be detrimental to your eye health? Tear film coats the surface of your eyes and allows them to stay lubricated. Chlorine and other pool chemicals wash this film off and irritate the eye.The water’s bacteria […]
Continue readingUV vs. Polarized Lenses: What’s the Difference?
UV rays are ultraviolet rays emitted by the sun that can be damaging to our skin and eyes. And just like we put on sunblock to protect our skin, we also need to make sure we are wearing UV protection eyewear.UV protection refers to sunglasses that guard your eyes from the sun’s harmful rays. This is […]
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