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Several forms of glaucoma have no warning signs at all. The American Glaucoma Society stresses that the effects of these types of glaucoma are extremely gradual. Most patients do not notice changes in their vision until they reach the advanced stage. Early detection of glaucoma is only possible through regular eye exams. If you want to understand the proper diagnosis of and care for glaucoma patients, here’s what you should know.

Does my child need an eye exam? Many parents are unaware that by age 5, a child should have completed three eye exams with an eye doctor. One study by the National Eye Institute found that vision screenings miss detecting one third of children with a vision disorder. Did you know you can get a free eye exam for your infant?

​​​​​​​As an adult, you probably know that you should be attending regular comprehensive eye exams to monitor the health and condition of your eyes. However, these appointments are also important for your child, especially since their eyes and vision will still be developing during the earlier years of their life. These appointments are called pediatric eye exams and should start at around six months of age. Unless an issue is detected, their next eye exam will be at around age 3 and then again when they start 1st grade.

How have the last few months been for you? Stressed?? Most people know that stress can have a negative impact on their body. Did you also know that it can effect the eyes too?? Read on to find out how.

Want to know 7 tips to improve your eye health as you age? Read on

Dry eye is one of the most common eye conditions, yet the symptoms are often overlooked, with sufferers failing to realize that they are actually experiencing a problem that can be rectified with the right treatment. Dry eyes will affect most of us at some stage during our lifetime, so knowing how to identify it and what treatment is available can help us to avoid experiencing ongoing symptoms unnecessarily. 

Whether you are a recreational player or a professional e-athlete, there are several visual skills that can be enhanced to give you a competitive edge. Contact our office about our Sports Vision Enhancement Program. Here are a few things you can do on your own to help your gaming.

WIth COVID pushing more folks to working from home and kiddos to online learning, have you thought about blue light blocking glasses and anti-fatigue lenses?

Here’s what you need to know about the process of a contact lens fitting.