Eye drops can be a wonderful tool for treating a variety of eye concerns, including infections, allergies, and dry eyes—but not all eye drops are safe for kids. When it comes to growing eyes, choosing delicate, kid-friendly eye drops recommended by an optometrist is the key to success. Common types of eye drops for kids […]
Glasses aren’t just accessories, they’re essential tools for daily adventures and learning experiences. A good pair can boost a child’s confidence and enhance their vision, impacting everything from academic performance to playground fun. Factors to consider when choosing glasses for kids include: A children’s eye exam can assess a child’s eye health and check for […]
Glasses help correct vision and allow you to perform daily activities with clarity. But depending on your lifestyle, you may prefer contacts. For instance, contact lenses can provide greater freedom during sports and play. Yet, it’s crucial to consider factors such as safety, hygiene, and a child’s maturity level before making this decision. It is […]
During your yearly eye exam, your optometrist may mention that you or your child are suffering from myopia (also known as nearsightedness). Myopia is a common refractive error in children. The error can cause distant objects to appear blurry. But what causes patients to develop myopia? Keep reading to learn how myopia develops and how it can be controlled. […]
Blurry vision can make everyday tasks difficult. Nearsightedness (myopia) and farsightedness (hyperopia) are common refractive errors that blur vision. With myopia, your eyes can focus on nearby objects but not on things that are further away. Hyperopia is the opposite–your eyes can focus on distant objects but have difficulty seeing up close. These refractive errors […]
Myopia isn’t merely an inconvenient vision impairment—it’s a global public health issue affecting nearly one-third of the population worldwide. The World Health Organization reports that by 2050, over 50% of the world’s population will be myopic. We know that sounds a little bit dramatic. But childhood myopia tends to become more severe throughout adolescence. What […]
Over recent years, the issues surrounding screen time have become more and more complicated. Most adults are constantly using screens. From smartphones to laptops, screens have become a part of our daily life – and it’s not much different for children. Children rely on screens for a multitude of reasons, whether it be to learn, […]
Our eyes are responsible for absorbing information about the environment around us to help us navigate the world. An yearly comprehensive eye exam is important to ensure your eyes are working to the best of their ability. Your eye doctor will monitor eye health and check for signs of any eye conditions. Nearsightedness, also known […]
You watch your baby’s face when they sleep—the instinctual sucking motion of their mouth, the micro-expressions, and the tiny twitches of their delicate eyelids. But today you notice a bump on their eyelid, almost like a tiny piece of circular debris got caught on the surface of their eye. It appears almost like a pimple […]
Signs and Symptoms Headaches Intermittent blurry vision, near and far Fatigue (ocular and mental) Avoiding reading Delayed learning (reading and generally) Crossed Eyes (Strabismus) Clumsiness Overview Hyperopia or hypermetropia, more commonly known as farsightedness, is a common form of Glasses Prescription and is found in about a quarter of adults. This is the case when it is easier to […]
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