Shooting sports like trap shooting, handgun and rifle shooting, and archery are on the rise in popularity. As more athletes engage in these sports, they constantly seek ways to enhance their skills. One common technique many shooters...
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Can Myopia Be Prevented?
Today, the majority of the population has myopia, or nearsighted, meaning that they will need glasses or contact lenses to see clearly far away. This condition is due to a multitude of factors including genetics, time spent outside,...
Phakomatoses and Their Impact on the Eyes
Phakomatoses are a group of rare congenital diseases that affect a developing embryo during its development stage. Phakomatoses involve the brain, the skin, and the eyes simultaneously, unlike diseases that occur after development. All...
What to Expect at Your First Eye Exam
Attending an eye exam for the first time, whether you are a child or an adult, may seem intimidating, but it is necessary to have comprehensive information about your vision and eye health. Depending on your vision plan and medical...
How is a Retinal Detachment Treated?
Retinal detachment is a condition that many people have heard of but may not fully understand its severity or how it occurs. The retina is a thin layer of nerve cells responsible for creating vision and sending signals to the brain....
Choosing Glasses for Your Face Shape
Wearing glasses doesn't mean sacrificing your style. As an important accessory, glasses should complement your unique features rather than overwhelm them. The shape of your face plays a significant role when it comes to selecting the...
White Light and Its Impact On The Eyes
The eyes process different colors of light very differently, particularly when it is dark in the environment. In most situations, the light is a variant of white light – either from the sun, lights indoors, or digital devices. However,...
How Inflammation Can Cause Dry Eyes
Dry eyes can be very irritating and bothersome. Symptoms caused by dry eyes include intermittent blurred vision, grittiness, and redness. The underlying causes of dry eyes vary, but one of the biggest causes of dry eyes is inflammation in...
What are the Best Contact Lens Solutions?
When selecting a contact lens solution, there are many options readily available at any pharmacy or grocery store. These contact lens solutions are all approved by the FDA for their intended purpose and have unique benefits. Consult with...
Corneal Thickness and Why It Matters
For many eye procedures, central corneal thickness is a major factor in determining which treatment is used or avoided. The cornea is the clear, center portion of the front of the eye. The thickness of the cornea has variation among...