For people who have experienced eye conditions and vision issues, the expenses for treatment can quickly pile up. OptiLight is a common treatment method for dry eye, but many people wonder if their insurance can cover it. Some insurance plans may offer partial coverage for OptiLight treatments, while others may require more out-of-pocket payments. It’s […]
Eye Care
Do I Need an Eye Exam Every Year?
In our fast-paced lives, it’s easy to overlook routine health exams, especially when it comes to our eyes. But annual eye exams remain crucial for maintaining optimal eye health and detecting potential issues before they become serious problems.
The Eye Care Team is dedicated to improving the quality of life for each of our patients. With routine checkups and proper management, we can help protect your eye health. […]
Can Myopia Be Reversed?
While vision problems can affect people of all ages, nearsightedness (myopia) is a common refractive error that often begins in childhood and can worsen over time. Myopia is often corrected with glasses, contact lenses, or laser eye surgery. Still, it can increase the risk of certain eye diseases later in life, so many people wonder if it can be reversed.
Unfortunately, there’s no cure for myopia, but myopia control can help slow its progression in children. Regular eye exams help diagnose myopia early, allowing for timely management. […]
Does Cataract Surgery Hurt?
Cataracts are a common eye disorder among seniors that results in clouding of the lens of the eye. This clouding tends to get worse over time. In early stages, the effects of cataracts can be corrected with glasses or contact lenses, but eventually, the person may choose to undergo surgery to have the lens replaced. […]
Can Astigmatism Cause Headaches?
Yes, astigmatism can cause headaches, eye strain, and blurry vision at all distances. Fortunately, it can be corrected with eyeglasses, contact lenses, or refractive surgery, which can alleviate these symptoms. […]
How Often Should You Get New Glasses?
It’s a good idea to replace your glasses every 1–2 years, but you should get new glasses whenever you get a new prescription or your glasses get damaged. […]
What Causes Astigmatism to Worsen?
While it’s typically a manageable condition through prescription glasses or contact lenses, factors such as eye injuries, keratoconus, and aging can cause astigmatism to worsen. […]
Do Sunglasses Block Blue Light?
Sunglasses can block some degree of blue light, as blue light also emits from the sun, and blue light is close to ultraviolet (UV) rays on the light spectrum, but it depends on the tint of the lenses. […]
What is Dry Eye Disease?
When tear production and drainage are not in balance, it can result in the development of 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. […]