Watching the annual Fourth of July fireworks display is a long-standing tradition for many American families. To make the most of the event, however, you and your children need to take certain safety precautions.
Hypertensive Retinopathy and How It Damages Your Eyes
The eyes are among the most important organs in the body, playing a critical role in our perception of the world and quality of life. That’s why your eye doctor urges you to take good care of your eyes. However, even for those who take precautions, hypertensive retinopathy remains a risk.
What to Consider When Getting Vision Insurance Plans
Vision care insurances can either be purchased individually or through your employer. Either way, you’ll have to pay a premium or have that amount deducted from your paycheck. In exchange, you’ll receive benefits that are specific to maintaining your eye health.
3 Optical Care Myths: Separating Fact From Fiction
When it comes to optical care, certain widespread myths might prevent you from properly caring for your eyes. In today’s post, the eye specialists at Alderwood Optical and Canyon Park Vision Clinic separate fact from fiction:
Good Habits for Healthy Eyes
Your eyes need proper care just like any other part of your body. Here are a few easy things you can do to keep your eyes healthy and in good condition.
Caring for Your Eyes: A Guide for Patients With Astigmatism
While astigmatism is an eye condition that can’t be prevented, being afflicted with it doesn’t mean you can throw in the towel and stop taking care of your eyes. This blog post by your preferred optometrist from Alderwood Optical features simple yet effective tips on caring for your eyes even when you have astigmatism.
Examining the 3 Types of Specialty Lenses and Their Benefits
Contact lenses are more than just a convenient alternative to corrective prescription eyeglasses; recent technological and scientific advances have granted contact lenses the capacity to address a variety of other vision problems. In today’s blog post from Alderwood Optical, your optometrist discusses three types of specialty lenses and how they can be used to help manage visual impairments.
Things You can Expect in a Comprehensive Eye Exam
Having regular comprehensive eye exams is an important component of your visual health assessment. Not everyone, however, is familiar with what happens during such exams. To set your expectations, let a reliable optometrist in Bothell, WA, from Alderwood Optical and Canyon Vision Clinic share what a comprehensive eye exam usually entails. [Read more…]
Our Different Contact Lens Types
Many people who need corrective eyewear prefer contact lenses for their comfort and convenience. They can address your eye care needs while helping you maintain your quality of life. With the various options available on the market today, choosing the right pair may seem challenging. [Read more…]
Understanding Age-Related Vision Changes
As you age, you may notice a decline in your physical strength and mental capabilities. You may also experience changes in your visual capacity, especially upon reaching your 40s. Although they are considered part of the normal process of aging, they should not impair your quality of life. [Read more…]