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If you’ve had your eyes examined, your eye doctor likely asked you to read letters and numbers from an eye chart. That was to check for changes in your visual acuity, or sharpness of vision. Visual acuity can be measured in different ways, but the most common way is by using a Snellen eye chart […]

You can now request your next appointment online.  Visit the Contact Us section of our web site and complete the Patient Registration Form.  The form is secure and our office will be notified once the form is complete.  When you walk in for your next appointment, we’ll already  have the information entered into our computers.  […]

In the United States, this month is Cataract Awareness Month. Have you been informed that cataracts are the most common reason behind vision loss among patients who are over 55 years old? Actually, more than fifty percent of all North Americans aged 65 and older have some degree of cataract development. So what exactly is […]

Have you noticed that you might be suffering from inflamed eyelids, also called blepharitis? It’s a commonly occurring eyelid inflammation, sometimes linked to a bacterial eye infection, certain sorts of skin conditions, or dry eyes. Generally, symptoms include redness, itching, burning, a gritty sensation in the eye, tearing and crusting around the eye. It can […]

Summer’s almost over and School will be back in session. Bring in the new school year for your scholar with our back to school sale on glasses. Free polycarbonate lenses for children 18 and under with the purchase of frames.

Amblyopia, which is also called lazy eye, is a condition commonly seen in many of our younger patients. Amblyopia comes about when vision in one eye is stifled. This might occur if a child isn’t able to see properly through one eye because of issues with distance vision, and in some cases, astigmatism, or something […]

Do you ever wonder about the effect your mobile device might be having on your sight? In truth, these devices are wonderful, because they let us stay connected no matter where we are. However most people have a habit of holding their handheld devices right in front of their eyes. Reading off the small screens […]

While many people are familiar with diabetes, they may not be aware of the eye related damage it can cause. Diabetes is a disorder that disrupts the metabolic process that causes elevated blood sugar levels either due to inadequate production of insulin or because the body does not efficiently use the insulin produced (depending on […]

Sunglasses are an essential part of your wardrobe, even in the winter. While many people associate the need for 100% UV protective sunglasses with warm weather and glaring sun like you find on the beach, harmful UV radiation is present even on a gloomy, cloudy day. No matter where you live, sunglasses should be a […]

We all know how frustrating it can be trying to see clearly through a smudged pair of glasses; clean lenses can really make a world of difference. While it may not be something that you pay much attention to, the way you clean your lenses can also make a difference, not only for your vision, […]

Did you know that your dietary choices have an impact on your eye health and vision? Opting for appetizing food that at the same time provides you with all the nutrients that are essential for preserving your vision, is taking a major step towards minimizing the risk of eye disease and age-related vision changes. To […]