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. […]
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. […]
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. […]
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
You’ve experienced dry eyes during the day, but what’s causing them at night? Learn more about dry eye symptoms at night and what you can do to find relief. […]
Your visual health is essential to preserve, and that begins with consistent eye exams with your optometrist. An eye exam can do more than just update your prescription—it can also help in the early detection and treatment of eye diseases such as cataracts. […]
Cataracts are a common eye disease in adults, affecting more than 24.4 million Americans over 40. The main threat cataracts pose is declining vision and loss of independence. In severe cases, cataracts can cause blindness. If caught early through regular eye exams, your doctor can help you manage cataracts through stronger eyeglasses prescriptions. However, if […]
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