Have you ever experienced a wavy distorted vision, where straight lines seem to twist and bend? It can be a […]
Is Driving at Night with Cataracts Safe? What You Should Consider
Typically, driving with cataracts at night is unsafe because they make it harder for your eyes to judge distances and can give delayed reactions. Still, you can use some strategies–like anti-glare eyeglasses, increasing your following distance, or ensuring your car has proper lighting–to practice safer nighttime driving. […]
Why Do I Wake Up with Crusty Eyelids?
Waking up with crusty eyelids is often due to:
Allergies
Dry eyes
Pink eye
Styes
Blepharitis […]
How Do They Test Babies’ Eyes for Glasses?
If your baby’s vision is underperforming during a pediatric eye exam, optometrists can use specialized tools for infants to determine whether glasses can help. […]
Keratoconus Contact Lenses: What Are Your Options?
Some of the best contact lenses for keratoconus include:
Rigid gas-permeable lenses
Scleral lenses
Toric lenses
Hybrid lenses […]
Glaucoma vs. Ocular Hypertension: Signs, Symptoms, & Treatments
The main difference between glaucoma and ocular hypertension is damage to the optic nerve. If you have increased eye pressure without any other glaucoma symptoms, such as vision loss, then you have ocular hypertension […]
Why Do I Wake Up with Pressure in My Eyes?
5 common causes of elevated eye pressure in the morning include:
Allergies
Sinusitis
Headaches
Grave’s disease
Eye injuries […]
Your Guide to Laser Eye Surgery Recovery
While the procedure is quick, proper recovery is essential to achieving optimal results. In this guide, we’ll walk you through the laser eye surgery recovery process, including what to expect and how to care for your eyes during this critical period. […]
Can You Wear Contacts with Pink Eye?
Unfortunately, no, you should not wear contacts with pink eye. […]
What Are Scleral Lenses?
Scleral lenses are larger than traditional contact lenses, allowing them to sit on the white part of the eye. […]