Dry eye syndrome is a major problem during winter. The season’s cooler, drier air may cause your tears to evaporate more quickly than usual, which can cause this condition. In today’s post, your trusted eye doctor from Alderwood Optical and Canyon Park Vision Clinic explains everything you need to know about dry eyes.
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Preparing Your Children for an Eye Exam
One of the best things you can do to safeguard your child’s visual health is to bring them for a checkup with our eye doctor regularly. Some children get anxious at the idea of having their eyes examined, but there are a few things you can do as a parent to make them feel more at ease. Read on as Alderwood Optical and Canyon Park Vision Clinic shares some tips on preparing your child for an eye exam.
Disproving Common Myths About Contact Lenses
Contact lenses are an effective way to correct refractive errors and give you better visual clarity. They are also convenient to use. Nevertheless, some people hesitate to give contacts a try due to misconceptions surrounding them.
Age-Related Macular Degeneration Part 2: Ways to Manage It
Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is currently the world’s third leading cause of blindness as reported by the World Health Organization. This condition is asymptomatic in the early stages and there’s no proven cure for it yet, which is why your optometrist emphasizes the need to detect and manage it as early as possible.
Age-Related Macular Degeneration Part 1: How It Happens
Did you know that age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is one of the top causes of vision loss worldwide? In the United States alone, around 11 million individuals are affected by this condition and this number is expected to double by 2050.
What 20/20 Vision Really Means
An eye exam revealing that your vision is 20/20 is good news. But what does it really mean? Read on as your trusted eye doctor explains more about 20/20 vision.
Common Types of Eye Injuries
Whether you’re working, playing sports or just hanging out at home, you’re constantly at risk of an eye accident. Your eyes are extremely delicate, and even the slightest trauma can cause problems. Read on as your esteemed eye doctor discusses common types of eye injuries and ways to manage them.
How Overuse of Digital Devices Can Hurt Your Eyes
Smartphones, tablets and laptops are an intrinsic part of life in the 21st Century. While these digital devices have certainly helped make life more convenient, there are some downsides, including potential harm to your eyes that can occur with overuse of these gadgets. Read on as your reliable optometrist explains how spending extensive periods of time on electronic devices can impact your eyes.