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Common Eye Emergencies and What to Do Next

Eye emergencies can occur at any time, anywhere. Eye emergencies could include scratches, cuts, burns, or objects in the eye. There are also certain medical conditions like glaucoma or blood clots that are eye emergencies. The conditions need immediate medical attention otherwise, they may result in vision loss.


Why Do Contacts Expire?

Contact lenses do in fact expire upon reaching their expiration dates. If you check the package before using your new pair of contacts, you will find the expiration date on the cover. Usually, contact lenses expire four years from the day of manufacture. 


Contact Lens Exams - Why Do They Matter?

Have you ever heard of or gone through a contact lens exam before? If not, you are not alone. Many people find contact lenses and contact lens exams confusing. While you may know what contacts are and how to use them, you may wonder what exactly a contact lens exam is. 


What Happens When You Wear Expired Contacts?

When was the last time you got a comprehensive eye exam? Did you get one within the last year or two? If not, you may have an eye and/or vision problem that you are unaware of. Expired contact lenses may not improve your vision as well as they should. Checking your contact lenses’ expiration date will help you avoid various complications and issues associated with wearing expired contacts. 


What Type of Eyeglasses Are Right for You?

If you’ve been told that you need to wear prescription lenses to improve your vision are facing wearing glasses for the very first time, you might be feeling overwhelmed with the level of choice that you are faced with. That’s because no two pairs of glasses are created the same, and it’s not just the prescriptions that differ. With various lens types and coatings to choose from, how do you know which type of eyeglasses are right for you?


Benefits of Anti-reflective Coating on Glasses

Anti-reflective coating, also known as anti-glare or AR coating, is a layer added to eyeglasses to make them more efficient. The coating can help improve vision while also reducing eyestrain and enhancing appearance. 


New Eyewear Style Trends for the Fall Season

The fall season is here, and nothing spells fashion like its stylish trends, including eyewear. Just like clothing, eyewear is very personal, perhaps the most expressive thing a person can wear.


Eye Exams vs. In-School Vision Screenings

As a parent, you want to give your child the best of everything. This includes ensuring that they experience the best of what’s in and out of the classroom. One way you can do this is to give them the best start in life by ensuring that they have good eyesight.


Can Kids Wear Contact Lenses?

Eyeglasses are an effective option for correcting or managing refractive errors such as farsightedness and nearsightedness. However, some people, especially kids, do not like eyeglasses. They find them to be uncool and burdensome. If your child is asking for contact lenses, you might be wondering whether they are safe for kids. 


How to Protect Your Eyes This Summer

When summer rolls in, people put away their heavy clothing and footwear and replace them with summer clothing and sunscreen. People tend to spend a lot more time outdoors during the summer season. In addition to caring for your skin this summer, you need to take care of your eyes. 


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