Why Do We Have Different Eye Colors?
Melanin, the same compound that determines skin and hair color, is also responsible for different eye colors. Melanin helps to protect the eye by absorbing light (including some UV light) that hits the iris, which is the part of the eye that controls the amount of light that reaches the retina. How Rare Are Different […]
Why do I need to see the doctor once a year for contacts?
“Why are contact lens prescriptions only good for one year? This seems to force me back to the eye doctor every year. Shouldn’t I only have to return when I think my eyesight is starting to bother me?” This is a great question! First and foremost, contact lens prescriptions are only good for one […]
Where Online Eye Exams Fall Short
Over the last couple of decades, the internet has changed just about every aspect of our lives. From the way we shop to the way we gain information to the way we connect with friends, the Information Age is a very different world. The internet has made so many things easier, but sometimes that convenience […]
When To Schedule An Eye Exam
How long has it been since your last eye exam? A year? Two? Longer? How often should we be scheduling our eye exams, and what are some good reasons to come in between regular appointments? If you aren’t sure, then you’ve come to the right place, because we’re here to discuss the reasons to schedule […]
When should my child have their eyes checked?
Did you know that your child is capable of seeing 20/20 by age two? Of course, we are often not able to clinically measure 20/20 until approximately age 4 or 5 (due to attention spans and communication!) but the retina is mature enough and advanced enough to see that clearly that soon in life. So, […]
When Headaches and Eye Problems Are Linked
Frequent headaches can stem from unexpected sources, including vision problems. If you find yourself grappling with recurrent headaches, we recommend scheduling an eye examination to investigate potential vision-related factors. While headaches can arise from diverse origins and not all are linked to vision problems, the substantial overlap between the two underscores the importance of exploring […]
What’s Inside the Human Eye?
The human eye is amazingly complex. All inside something the size of a large marble, light waves are converted into continuous streams of detailed, accurate, moving images that we can understand and respond to. Our vision connects us to our surroundings more than any of our other senses and makes so many of our daily […]
What You Eat Can Help Your Eyes
Do you know why people say carrots will give you good night vision? It’s actually a leftover piece of World War II British misinformation to trick the Germans. The British had just developed radar and didn’t want the Germans finding out how they were locating their planes at night, so they spread it as far […]
What to Look for in Your New Frames
Do you know how to find glasses frames that suit your features? The glasses you choose will be a huge part of the first impression you make on people. They’re a great way to show off your personal sense of style, but fashion isn’t the only factor to take into consideration. What Shape Is Your […]
What Sunglasses Do for Your Eyes
Summer is almost here, and that means longer days with more sunlight! We tend to spend more time outdoors in the warm summer months, which exposes our eyes to more sunlight and the harmful UV rays that come with it. Sunglasses that block UV rays are great for protecting our eyes in all seasons, but […]