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🌞 3 benefits of light-adaptive lenses

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Ever heard of light-adaptive lenses? They’re basically magical glasses that adjust to different lighting condition

Here’s what you get:

  • Visual comfort no matter where you are – whether you’re watching a sunset or strolling through the city.
  • No more squinting! Light-adaptive lenses provide built-in UV protection, shielding your eyes from harmful rays.
  • Convenience is key! With light-adaptive lenses, you only need one pair of glasses to handle a variety of lighting situations.

Light sensitivity? No problem! These lenses are a game-changer for those who struggle with brightness overload.

Want to find out which light-adaptive lenses are right for you? Take this quiz to find out!

BluTech, Eye Exam, Eye health

Blue Light Exposure?

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Avoid the Blue light blues

Did you know digital devices emit blue light and blue light exposure may contribute to digital eye strain? Here are a few tips to help keep your eyes healthy:

  • Ask The Expert. At your next annual eye exam, talk to your doctor about your lifestyle and ask about the best options for combating digital eye strain.
  • Unplug Before Bed. Power down your devices before heading to bed.
  • Give Your Eyes A Break. Whenever you find yourself spending time looking at a digital device, be sure to take frequent breaks. Get up, stretch, and give your eyes a rest.

Make an appointment today if you’re concerned about blue light exposure and digital eye strain.

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Sunglasses

Suns Out, Shades On

 

Celebrate National Sunglasses Day in Style.

It’s no secret that summer is a favorite season for many. The warmer months often bring along our favorite activities, like lounging by the pool, mingling with friends at a backyard BBQ, and traveling on that well-deserved summer vacation.

No matter where your summer adventures take you, we want to set you up with a new pair of summer sunglasses to style your own look. Not only do sunglasses add a stylish element to any outfit, they also protect your eyes from UV exposure so you can fearlessly head into your summer plans without a worry.

We’re celebrating the season ahead with inspiration for your summer sunglasses!

  • 70’s inspired shades are right on trend for summer and add some seriously cool bohemian vibes to any outfit.
  • Stylish over-sized frames are perfect for day trips out in the sun or sitting poolside all summer long.
  • Summer sunglasses should be versatile. Whether you’re running around town at leisure or dressing up in a sundress, sunglasses are a great addition.
  • Round sunglasses vibe well with an on-the-go lifestyle, adding an element of swag no matter where your summer adventures take you.

For more stylish summer looks and fun frames, make an appointment for an exam so we can match you with your perfect sunnies.

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Eye Exam

Is Your Eye Health a Priority?

 

May is healthy vision monthYour eye health plays a huge role in your overall well being. And even though vision and health changes can happen at any age, we often take our eyesight for granted until it’s too late. It can be hard to imagine what it would be like to lose your vision.

One way to keep your eye health top of mind is by learning about different eye diseases and conditions.To give yourself the best chance at catching one of these eye diseases early, schedule regular eye exams with us. We can discuss how wearing sunglasses, resting your eyes, eating well and being active can also play an important role in keeping your eyes healthy and promoting overall wellness.

Choosing to focus on your eye health could lead to improvement in your overall health and wellness so schedule an appointment today!

Eye Exam, Eye health

Relieve Your Allergy Eyes

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Blow spring eye allergies away.

High levels of pollen, mold, dust, and other irritants can make for miserable eyes! These airborne allergens may be the primary culprit of watery, itchy eyes, but relief may be closer than you think. Check out these do-it-yourself remedies for mild cases of seasonal allergies.

  • Keep the windows shut in your car and home—especially in the early morning hours when pollination tends to occur.
  • Wear wrap-around glasses or sunglasses to keep pollen out of your eyes.
  • Place a cold compress over your eyes to soothe discomfort.
  • Use artificial tears or lubricating eye drops to flush out any irritants.

Don’t let allergy season get you down. Talk to your eye doctor about more ways to combat eye allergy symptoms this spring!

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Eye health

Your Eye Health Matters

Your Eye Health Matters
Your Eye Health Matters

May is Healthy Vision Month! Did you know that there are multiple ways you can promote healthy vision? One of the best ways is to get an eye exam regularly. Eye exams can provide early detection of vision problems and possible health conditions and taking steps to promote healthy vision is something you can do every single day! Here are 6 different ways you can keep your eyes and body healthy. 

  1. Schedule a Yearly Eye Exam. Regular eye exams go far beyond detecting blurry vision. In addition to serious health conditions, many eye diseases, such as glaucoma and cataracts, can also be detected early through annual eye exams.  
  2. Drink Water. Dehydration can greatly affect your eyes in addition to the rest of your body. Dehydration can worsen eye strain and dry-eye symptoms and can even cause blurred vision. Make sure water is a regular part of your day to keep your eyes healthy and protected. 
  3. Eat Well. Your diet affects your vision. There are key nutrients in leafy greens, berries, beets, citrus, and even foods with high omega 3s that are important for helping to maintain healthy vision.  
  4. Exercise. Many eye diseases are related to high-blood pressure and diabetes. Exercising 4 times a week can lower your blood pressure and eye pressure, which may reduce your risk for disease*.
  5. Cover Up. Just like sunscreen is important for your skin, sunglasses and hats are important for your eyes. Protect against harmful UV rays by wearing your sunglasses while the sun is shining.
  6. Limit Screen Exposure. Digital eye strain can cause visual discomfort as well as dry eyes, blurred vision, and headaches. Give your eyes a break throughout the day and look at something other than a screen! 
  7.  Put your vision first this month and every month going forward. Schedule an appointment today.
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*Glaucoma Research Foundation, https://www.glaucoma.org/q-a/can-exercise-lower-eye-pressure.php 
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The Signs are in Your Eyes

Blow spring eye allergies away.Even before we see the sunny weather, blooming flowers, and greening trees, there are a few sure signs that spring is near. You’re more likely to feel the season change versus seeing it with your own eyes. The problem is, sometimes, it’s your eyes that get hit the worst with the first signs of spring. 
Considering the time of year, if your eyes are itchy, watery, and red, chances are your eyes are reacting to pollen. Allergens stimulate the histamines located in the eyes causing these symptoms. Pet dander, dust, dirt, and cigarette smoke can also cause a similar reaction to plant allergies. 
Here are some tips to help arm yourself as we head into spring: 
  • Avoid allergens - Stay indoors to limit your exposure to common allergens you are sensitive to. If you do go outdoors, wear wrap-around sunglasses to help shield your eyes from pollen, ragweed, dust, etc. 
  • Remove contacts - Contact lenses can attract allergens and accumulate throughout the day. Consider wearing your glasses or switching to daily disposable contacts during allergy season. 
  • Over-the-counter eye drops – There are a number of allergy drops that are formulated to relieve itchiness, redness, and watery eyes. 
  • If you are experiencing symptoms that won’t go away, your eye doctor might need to prescribe something stronger. Make an appointment today to discuss these options and get your comprehensive annual eye exam. 
Eye, Eye Exam, Eye health

Women’s Eye Health and Safety Month

Women are more likely than men to suffer from eye-related disease and conditions such as: Cataract, Glaucoma, and Age-related macular degeneration (AMD). Ladies, stay ahead of your eye health and schedule your annual exam today! #Women’sEyeHealth

Women's Eye Health and Safety Month
Women’s Eye Health and Safety Month
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21st Century Eye: Ways to Protect your Eyes

 

Eye protectionWhen it comes to really seeing what’s going on with your eyes, there is no substitute for a comprehensive, yearly eye exam by our eye doctors. Despite catchy claims, there is truly no ‘app’ for that. While a variety of new mobile applications claim to evaluate vision or the fit of eyeglasses, often these apps give inaccurate or misleading information, and misinformed consumers end up delaying essential, sight-saving exams. Early diagnosis and treatment are critical and can often prevent a total loss of vision and improve quality of life.  Get your eyes check annually.

Eye, Eye Exam, Eye health

Clues to a healthy heart can be found in your eyes.

 

Healthy Heart Healthy Eyes

 

Did you know your eyes may help show how healthy your heart is? A yearly eye exam does more than check your vision – it can help detect signs of chronic conditions like high blood pressure or diabetes that could lead to heart disease.

Schedule a comprehensive eye exam so we can keep your heart pumping and your eyes seeing. And in the meantime, here are 5 things you can start doing today to show your eyes and your heart more love:

  • Exercise regularly
  • Get enough sleep
  • Don’t smoke
  • Eat a heart-healthy diet
  • Reduce stress

Schedule an appointment today! 

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Insurance

New Year, New Benefits

New Year, New Benefits

 Make 2024 your clearest year yet. Use your new benefits to get that eye exam you’ve been needing or those trendy frames you’ve had your eye on! Call to schedule an appointment.

Eye Exam, Eye health

Am I at risk for glaucoma?

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January is Glaucoma Awareness Month.

Did you know that Glaucoma is the second-leading cause of vision loss and blindness? According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, there are more than 3 million people affected by the disease in the U.S. today, and that number is expected to reach 4.2 million by 2030.

It’s important to know some of the potential risk factors for glaucoma, which include:

  • High myopia (very severe nearsightedness)
  • Diabetes
  • Previous eye surgery or injury
  • High blood pressure
  • Family history of glaucoma
  • Use of corticosteroids (for example, eye drops, pills, inhalers and creams)

For those at risk of developing glaucoma, the American Optometric Association recommends an annual comprehensive eye exam. Early detection through regular eye exams, is the key to protecting your vision from damage caused by glaucoma.

Has it been a while since your last comprehensive eye exam? Give us a call to schedule one today!

Happy New Year

Dr. Dan’s New Years Recommendations

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New Year's Resolution. Take Care of Your EyesLooking for a healthy new year’s resolution? Don’t overlook your eyes. An eye exam gives the doctor the perfect view of the eyes’ blood vessels and optic nerves, both of which can give away signs of chronic diseases like diabetes, high blood pressure and even some cancers years before a person shows symptoms. Schedule your exam today! #newyearsresolution #eyehealth #eyehealthmatters

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Once again, here are my suggestions for 2024 New Year’s Resolutions to keep your eyesight sharp, and your eyes comfortable all year long:

  • Everyone: Have regular eye exams.  Don’t forget how important it is to have healthy eyes.
  • Computer users:  Take frequent breaks and don’t forget to blink.   Your blink rate drops significantly while you are on the computer.  BLINK, BLINK, BLINK.
  • Smokers: This year again, stop smoking.  Smoking increases your risk for both cataracts and age related macular degeneration.
  • Contact lens wearers: Don’t sleep in your contact lenses and replace your disposable contact lenses regularly .
  • Everybody: Watch your weight and your blood pressure.
  • Diabetics: Control your blood glucose.  Diabetics have an increased risk for diabetic retinopathy, cataracts, and glaucoma.
  • Everybody: Take a daily multi-vitamin loaded with antioxidants.
  • Athletes: Use protective eye wear made of durable polycarbonate lenses.
  • Everybody: Wear sunglasses with 100% UV protection.
  • Everybody: Know your family history for glaucoma and other eye disorders.
  • Travelers: Frequently apply artificial tears when in-flight.  That long flight to Las Vegas will dry yours eyes. They don’t call it the “red eye” for nothing.
  • Young males: Stay away from firecrackers this New Year’s.

Have a Happy and Safe New Year. See all of you in 2024.