When tear production and drainage are not in balance, it can result in the development of dry eye disease. […]
What is Dry Eye Disease?
Can Contacts Cause Dry Eyes?
When you’re wearing contact lenses, your eyes can feel especially dry. This can happen due to less oxygen entering the eye, overwearing the lenses, inadequate tear production, environmental factors, or poor contact lens hygiene. […]
What Disease Can Be Detected in an Eye Exam?
Some of the common diseases an eye exam can help detect include sight-threatening eye diseases, diabetes, high blood pressure, autoimmune diseases, and certain cancers. […]
How Long Does Cataract Surgery Take?
Cataract surgery is an outpatient procedure that can take under an hour to perform, but the exact amount of time can vary based on your eye health and other factors. […]
What Allergies Cause Dry Eyes?
More than 100 million Americans experience allergies every year. That’s a lot of people with runny noses, itchy skin, and scratchy throats. While allergies come in many shapes and symptoms, eye allergies cause itching, burning, and dry eyes. […]
Can You Wear Normal Contact Lenses with Astigmatism?
Contact lenses can be a game-changer for people who want clear vision without the inconvenience of glasses. They can provide a natural look and feel that lets you live your life without limitations. In addition, unlike glasses, contact lenses do not obstruct your face and can be less noticeable to others, making them a perfect […]
Can Dry Eyes Cause Blurry Vision?
If you’re one of 16 million Americans experiencing dry eyes, you know how uncomfortable and irritating the symptoms can be. Dry eye and blurry vision often go hand in hand. Treating dry eye disease can help alleviate blurry vision, but sometimes it can point to something more serious. Using modern technology, The Eye Care Team’s […]
How Is Astigmatism Measured?
Your eye health and vision should be your eye doctor’s primary concern. Fortunately, diagnostic equipment allows the optometrist to check for anything that could affect your vision, including refractive errors like astigmatism. To check for astigmatism, your eye doctor typically uses a measurement tool called a phoropter to determine the shape and severity of the […]
What is LipiFlow for Dry Eyes?
If you’re one of the millions of Americans searching for relief from dry eyes, you may have heard of LipiFlow at your last eye exam. The LipiFlow Thermal Pulsation System, more simply known as LipiFlow, is a non-invasive procedure that can treat dry eyes. While other treatments might only reduce symptoms, LipiFlow addresses the root […]
Does Astigmatism Affect Depth Perception?
A regular eye exam schedule can do wonders for your overall eye health. Your optometrist can stay up-to-date with developing visual issues like astigmatism and provide treatment options that can help you manage the condition. Astigmatism is an irregularly shaped cornea or lens that prevents light from focusing properly on the retina. This irregularity causes […]
