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Disposable contact lenses are single-use lenses removed at the end of the day; a fresh pair is applied to the eyes the following morning. They are also referred to as daily contact lenses and are becoming for their convenience benefits. Consider the following before using disposable contact lenses. “Daily wear” and “daily disposable” do not […]

As you head towards retirement and beyond, scientists predict that the number of people with age-related eye problems will rise. Age-related changes to your eyes cannot be prevented, though you can take steps to protect your vision and reduce your risk for fatal eye disease in the future. Research at the University of Alabama, vision […]

It is false to conclude that dry and contact lenses do not go together. While it is true that having dry eyes means that the tear film meant to moisturize your eyes are not working as well as it should, it does not erase your ability to wear contacts. It only makes it a little […]

Dry eye syndrome occurs by a chronic lack of sufficient lubrication and moisture on the eye’s surface. Some notable features of dry eye syndrome include subtle eye irritation, significant inflammation, and scarring of the front of the eye surface. The medical term that describes dry eyes is Keratitis sicca, an inflammation of the cornea. Keratoconjunctivitis […]

As useful as the sun’s rays are for life on earth, its ultraviolet rays (UV rays) are detrimental to your eye health. Ultraviolet radiation is similar to visible light. However, unlike normal light, it does not let you see things. Visible light is a kind of radiation composed of every shade of the rainbow. Sunlight […]

If you have issues with seeing at night, it might be that you need glasses or that you have cataracts. Most times, you may be afraid to go out at night due to low vision. When this happens, you should see your doctor. A wide range of conditions cause night vision ranging from sun exposure […]

If you wear glasses or contacts, you may have seen books or infomercials promoting eye exercises to improve your eyesight without surgery. Some claim that faithful observance of these exercises may be able to give up their glasses. It is not so. Eye exercises may help delay the need for glasses or contacts for some […]

‘Lazy eye’ or amblyopia is a childhood condition that affects the development of vision during childhood. It happens when one or both eyes cannot build a strong link to the brain. It is issued to describe an eye; that does not see as well as the other. It is always best to ensure that you […]

LASIK is corrective surgery to a very delicate part of the eye. If you wear glasses or contact lenses, you may be considering surgery to correct your vision. In a LASIK surgical procedure, a laser reshapes your cornea, the clear, round dome at the front of your eye, which improves the eye’s focus on light […]