Sight is one of the most important senses. It is vital to daily life and helps navigate the world. However, many take eye health for granted. Some often forget that regular check-ups with an optometrist are just as important as annual physical exams. This post goes over why it's essential to visit an optometrist, what happens during an eye examination, and what to expect during your appointment. Why visit an optometrist:
20 September 2023
People often take their eyesight for granted—that is until they start experiencing problems seeing clearly. If you've noticed any changes in your vision, it's important to pay attention. These changes could be warning signs that you need to see an optometrist and get a pair of prescription glasses or contacts. Here are four signs to watch out for. Headaches If you're getting headaches at an increasing frequency, it could be because your eyes are having to work overtime to compensate for poor vision.
31 October 2022
Cataract surgery is one of the most widely performed routines in the healthcare system, and it's estimated that the condition will affect 70% of people who are aged 80 or older. Yet, in a small proportion of people, a complication will develop, and this can happen some months or even years later. If you've had cataract surgery in the past and suspect that something is not quite right at the moment, what do you need to know about this complication, and what can you do?
26 January 2022
While updating your prescription eyeglasses may seem like a chore, there are many reasons to do so. You may think you see fine with your current pair. However, if your prescription is more than a few years old, you may not see as well as you think. Though the changes in your eyesight are subtle, they can still cause problems. Here are signs you should update your eyeglass prescription and the consequences if you don't.
27 April 2021
Not all eye diseases require surgery; some of them can be treated through oral medication, eye drops, lifestyle changes, diet changes, use of prescription glasses or contacts, etc. What specific eye conditions require eye surgery? If You Are Diagnosed with Diabetic Retinopathy This is when excess sugar is deposited in your tiny eye vessels, leading to blockages. If a blockage forms, it may lead to glaucoma. The blockage needs to be surgically removed to allow blood to flow continuously and continue to nourish your eye.
27 August 2020
As the internet becomes faster and more comprehensive, more and more services are breaking into the online space. Even optometry has managed to find its way onto the internet market in the form of online eye exams. These eye tests are often heralded as cheaper and more convenient than heading to the optometrist's office. But are they really good enough? While online vision tests do work for some people, they also have many downsides.
9 January 2020
Night blindness doesn't just affect your vision at night, it can also cause you to experience impaired vision in dimly lit places, such as a restaurant that uses candlelight to set the atmosphere. Also known as nyctalopia, night blindness doesn't tend to cause any other symptoms aside from poor vision in dark or dull environments, but if you have this condition, it may not be safe for you to drive at night.
22 June 2017