For many years, the standard practice when going to get an eye exam was for the doctor to dilate your eyes. By doing this, he or she could take a better look at your pupils and diagnose any issues. Although still widely used today, dilation has been succeeded by an innovative new practice, digital retinal… Read More

We all know the drill, our parents made sure we understood the importance of eye care in terms of maintaining the best possible vision. At least once-a-year check ups with the eye surgeon are hugely important even if we feel that everything is fine. The message is clear; never take your eyes for granted. Eating… Read More

If wearing glasses is inconvenient or you simply want a break from frames sometimes, contact lenses can be an ideal alternative. To clear up the facts from the fiction, here is the truth about wearing contact lenses. Adapting to Contact Lenses When you first put in contact lenses, you will be consciously aware of their… Read More

Is it an allergic reaction, or is it something more serious that needs professional guidance? This is something that just about everybody who has experienced eye irritant issues asks when the problem strikes. A quick rub often helps, but this may add to the problem and make the irritation worse. Drops can provide relief, but… Read More