Glaucoma is one of the leading causes of blindness in the United States. The problem is that eyes change so slowly that it can be hard to notice that you are starting to have glaucoma. This is why it is so important to go to the opthamologist at least once a year, or if you ever feel eye pressure, pain, or notice your vision changing. There are an estimated 3 million Americans that have glaucoma, and many of these individuals do not realize they have the disease.
26 September 2017
Choosing the right pair of eye wear can be challenging, but there are some styles and frames that look good on any man. Some great looks for men who wear glasses include: Rectangular frames. Rectangular frames are very stylish and look great on most facial shapes and faces. These are widely found in plastic frames, and they make an excellent choice when shopping for prescription sunglasses, too. Consider a tortoise rectangular-shaped frame with a light-yellow tint for a very metropolitan and contemporary look.
22 June 2017
If you have a problem with seeing both near and far, your optometrist at your local eye surgery center may prescribe you bifocals. Bifocal lenses have two different focus points, one for distance, one for close up. Generally, the focal points are separated by a visible line. However, not everyone wants to see a line in their glasses. There are options available to those who don't want to see a line.
17 May 2017
If you've ever walked into a dark room after being outside in bright sunlight, you've probably experienced brief night blindness. Night blindness is that period of time that it takes for your retina to adjust to the change in light from brightness to darkness, and it's usually just a passing problem. However, if you've found that your eyes don't adapt to darkness as quickly as most or if they don't adapt well at all, you may suffer from prolonged night blindness.
3 May 2017
Eye health is something that people will frequently overlook, and this can lead to a loss in quality of life. When individuals make these oversights, it can lead to profound problems, as there are numerous complications that can develop. If you are serious about maintaining your vision, there are some simple steps that you should be taking to prevent damage and other eye issues. Always Attend Your Yearly Eye Exam
21 April 2017