The Retina and Retinal Tears The human eye is a complex and intricate part of the body made up of many different parts. One part being the retina which is the very inner lining of the eye. The lining is made up of a thin layer of tissue that generates vision. Light enters the eye… Read More
Peripheral vision is the ability to see outside of the direct line of sight in a wide-angled field. You may experience peripheral vision problems despite finding that you have perfectly normal central vision. Peripheral vision loss is commonly referred to as “tunnel vision”, and is similar to being able to see only through a narrow… Read More
The skin is often the first thought when it comes to sun protection, but it is just as important to protect your eyes from harmful UVA and UVB rays. The sun omits several types of radiation. This includes sunlight, heat, and ultraviolet rays which can cause sunburn and sun damage to eyes. How to… Read More
Much like how babies learn to walk and talk, they also learn to see. Babies are not actually born with all their visual abilities and simple things we take for granted like focusing our eyes or tracking movement. More importantly, infant vision revolves around how babies process visual information to understand what’s going on around… Read More
Vision problems can start very early for many kids. Your child’s school will perform routine eye exams on them to see how their vision is doing, but sometimes this isn’t enough to catch the onset of a vision problem. If you want to prevent your child from having to struggle through life with poor vision… Read More
Nearly 61% of America’s population wears contact lenses. That’s a staggering number, but despite the widespread popularity of disposable contacts there are still are a whole range of myths out there about them. These days contact lenses are more comfortable, can be used for a wide variety of vision problems, and are more affordable than… Read More
What are Watery Eyes? Tears play a vital role in the function of our bodies. They help in keeping your eyes lubricated, wash away particles and dust, and protect you against infection. Different factors contribute to how many tears you produce. This includes allergies, irritated tear ducts, and even injury to the eye. Sometimes an… Read More
If you are over the age of forty, you might have noticed that you need to hold the newspaper at a distance to read the small print. Or maybe that sign on the highway you always pass has begun to get a little blurry over the years. These are the first signs of vision impairment… Read More
While applying sunscreen is an obvious way to protect yourself from the harmful UV rays, protecting your eyes is often overlooked and is essential to the maintenance of eye health. Direct sunlight can damage the eyes in a number of ways, but you can limit your exposure by following our eye safety tips this summer…. Read More
Some estimates claim that up to 60% of people require eyeglasses, and even conservative estimates put that figure at 25%. Nowadays, glasses are just as fashionable as they are necessary for those with vision problems but keeping them clean is crucial if you want to enjoy near-perfect sight as well as ensure your glasses survive… Read More
