Professional Tips

What someone complains of contact lens discomfort, an eyecare specialist will first take a look at the eyes to determine if the type of lenses used are to blame or if there is an underlying medical issue going on, such as an infection. If those findings are found to be normal, then an eye care […]

If you develop red eyes from contact lenses, that should be considered as a warning sign.  contact lenses may seem harmless initially, however, you should keep in mind that a contact lens is a type of foreign body that rests on the surface of the eye. Should your eyes turn red while wearing them, it […]

Approximately 20% of eye infections related to contact lens use involves serious damage to the eyes. Contact lens use and eye infections are fairly common and are often due to poor hygiene habits. This means that many eye infections are preventable when the proper steps are taken and instructions from eye care specialists are closely […]

While preventative eye care is delayed during COVID 19 pandemic, treatment for medical emergencies is still available and as important as ever. Many contact lenses wearers are concerned about the transmission of the virus and are worried that contact lens use makes them more vulnerable and susceptible to catching COVID. If you’re concerned you’re at […]

If you’ve worn glasses for years and you’re looking for a change, you may be considering contact lenses or LASIK surgery.  But when it comes to LASIK vs contact lenses, there are many advantages and drawbacks that are linked to both types of vision treatment options. If you’re a long time contact lens wearer, then […]

Contact lenses wearers have many options to choose from, with so many types of contact lenses available. Finding the right type of lens for you will mean learning more about the different types of lenses to choose from. Taking into consideration your vision needs and lifestyle, you should have no problem finding a pair of […]

For most people, removing and inserting contact lenses is a cinch, but in the beginning, those new to contact lens use can have a hard time inserting and removing their contacts correctly. This guide will walk you through how to put in and remove your contact lenses, and what to do if you’re having a […]

When you get your first pair of contact lenses, you’ll be feeling on top of the world. But while they can give you a totally new look, they’re more high-maintenance than most people expect. Sure, glasses needed to be cleaned regularly, in order to remove grime and fingerprint smudges, but with contact lenses, you must […]

The average person has the ability to perceive millions of different colors due to the presence of a few different types of cones in the retinas that send color messages to the brain. However, there are some people who are missing cones or have cones that are faulty. Because of this, their color perception is […]

A child’s vision is constantly developing, so whether they need a slight correction or have special needs, it’s important that you learn how to choose the correct glasses in order to meet your child’s vision needs. My guide on the top eight tips for buying glasses for kids will discuss what features to look for, […]

If you’ve heard of color blind glasses, seen a viral video, or have color blindness yourself, then you may be online searching for answers. Do color blind glasses really work? They do, but they don’t actually correct color blindness. They will only allow you to see true colors while you wear the glasses. Once you […]

If you’ve recently found that reading has become difficult and you’re often squinting in order to read the fine print, it may be time to try reading glasses. But are over the counter reading glasses any good? Are they comparable to prescription reading glasses? And do they really work? Around the age of forty, reading […]

One of the biggest indicators that you may need reading glasses is your inability to read the paper, the computer screen, or documents. But do you need reading glasses that are prescription strength or would a pair of over the counter readers work? Determining whether or not you need reading glasses will make your life […]

Some people may only need to wear glasses when they’re watching TV at night or reading a book, others will need to wear their glasses for most activities. If you’ve recently started wearing prescription glasses and you’ve noticed that your vision has improved dramatically, then you may have started wearing them all day at work, […]