Nov 15, 2024
High blood sugar from diabetes can lead to serious eye conditions like cataracts, glaucoma, and diabetic retinopathy. Regular eye exams are essential for early detection...
Oct 17, 2024
Myopia is a common condition, but there are many myths about its treatment and management. This blog debunks five common misconceptions and provides facts on...
Sep 11, 2024
Most people don't think a regular eye exam could save their life. But the truth is that in many cases, a comprehensive eye exam can...
Aug 18, 2024
High myopia – severe nearsightedness – is associated with an increased risk of serious eye diseases such as retinal detachment, glaucoma, and cataracts.
Jul 21, 2024
UV rays aren’t just harmful to your skin - they can also damage your eyes over time. UV-blocking contact lenses offer additional protection, reducing the...
Jun 21, 2024
Discover the Benefits of Specialty Scleral Lenses for Keratoconus Tired of living with blurry vision caused by keratoconus? Specialty scleral lenses may be just what...
May 16, 2024
During the hotter summer months, using standard contact lenses can sometimes worsen symptoms like red, itchy, watery eyes, since the buildup of allergens on the...
Apr 17, 2024
The time of year to be reminded of the importance of protecting yourself and your loved ones against harmful Ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun...
Mar 07, 2024
Sports vision training helps athletes refine visual skills such as peripheral awareness, eye tracking, reaction time, and hand-eye coordination, leading to improved performance.
Feb 19, 2024
People who suffer from macular degeneration tend to lose their "straight ahead" vision, making it difficult to read, drive, and recognize faces.
Jan 16, 2024
Glaucoma is a leading causes of blindness in the US. Fortunately, with early detection and treatment it can be controlled. Even if you show no...
Dec 20, 2023
Do you have keratoconus? Scleral lenses can bring you from poor vision to seeing clearly and comfortably. Scleral lenses, with a new and improved design,...
Nov 20, 2023
If diabetes runs in your family, or if you’ve been diagnosed with the condition yourself, you should be seeing your optometrist regularly for checkups. Both...
Sep 16, 2023
Does your teen wear contact lenses? Are they wearing the latest design, which offers the best vision and comfort? With an updated contact lenses prescription,...
Aug 16, 2023
Is your child's myopia rapidly deteriorating? Consider myopia management. Online learning and more screen time, can negatively affect your child’s eyes causing digital eye strain...
Jun 19, 2023
Fortunately, you can lower your risk of AMD by making some lifestyle changes, such as keeping up with your annual eye exams, eating a healthy...
Apr 20, 2023
People who suffer from macular degeneration tend to lose their “straight ahead” vision, making it difficult to read, drive, and recognize faces.
Mar 19, 2023
Scleral lenses are a game-changer for patients who require vision correction but struggle with discomfort, instability, and poor visual clarity with other contact lenses. These...
Jan 24, 2023
Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) can cause severe vision loss, but early detection can help preserve your vision.
Jan 24, 2023
Here's how eye exams helped save Katie's vision and quality of life. Call Contact Lens and Vision to schedule your appointment.
Jan 17, 2023
Children and adolescents with diabetes are significantly more likely to suffer from dry eye syndrome (DES) than their non-diabetic peers. Read on to learn why...
Dec 31, 2022
Switching from glasses to scleral contact lenses can take several weeks. your Woodbridge eye doctor will provide instructions on how to properly insert, remove, and...
Dec 31, 2022
Many retinal conditions can lead to vision loss if not diagnosed early and treated promptly. If your optometrist notices signs of retinal disease, they’ll manage...
Dec 26, 2022
Want to be a better skier? By enhancing your visual skills, you can radically improve your performance on the mountain slopes. Contact Contact Lens and...
Dec 17, 2022
Discover why experts say there’s a myopia epidemic, and learn what you can do to keep your kids’ eyes healthy. The Myopia Management Center at...
Dec 17, 2022
Medication doesn't always work to heal dry eye syndrome's underlying cause. The following natural and holistic remedies may relieve your eye discomfort and relieve your...
Dec 08, 2022
Your eye experts at Contact Lens and Vision have compiled our top 7 tips for keeping your eyes healthy and safe this holiday season. Let...
Nov 30, 2022
Optimizing your soccer performance should go beyond building muscle and endurance. Boosting your game should also include honing the visual skills you need to be...
Nov 27, 2022
Did you know that having atrophied meibomian glands can signal uncontrolled blood sugar levels? To learn more or to schedule an appointment, contact The Dry...
Nov 25, 2022
Aging comes with many blessings but also certain challenges. Having a higher risk of developing age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is one of them. Fortunately, a...
Nov 17, 2022
Did you know that a risk factor for developing myopia (nearsightedness) is living in an urban area? But don’t worry – the myopia management program...
Nov 08, 2022
World Keratoconus Day is celebrated every year on November 10 to raise awareness of this rare eye condition. Read on to learn about keratoconus and...
Oct 31, 2022
Hockey is one of the fastest and most exciting sports out there. But to be great at hockey, your brain needs to be able to...
Oct 31, 2022
Many conditions can cause hazy vision and difficulty focusing, including dry eye syndrome. Here’s how your The Dry Eye Center at Contact Lens and Vision...
Oct 26, 2022
Genetic testing can help determine whether you have a genetic variant that may put you or your children at risk for certain diseases. Read on...
Oct 19, 2022
It's Contact Lens Safety Month, which makes it the perfect time to brush up on ways to keep your eyes and vision healthy when wearing...
Oct 16, 2022
Glaucoma in children is rare, but when it occurs, it must be treated with surgery to prevent vision loss. Read on to learn more about...
Oct 13, 2022
Traditional myopia correction uses glasses to improve visual acuity, but they are not a solution for controlling myopia’s progression and may even contribute to worsening...
Sep 28, 2022
Macular degeneration is a disease that can threaten your sight as it progresses, but early diagnosis and treatment can delay and even lower your risk...
Sep 28, 2022
Seeing floaters is common and usually nothing to worry about. Yet there are times when floaters are a sign of a serious eye condition. Here’s...
Sep 16, 2022
The most important reason for choosing myopia management is to protect your child’s precious gift of sight from sight-threatening eye diseases. But here’s an added...
Sep 16, 2022
If you have corneal dystrophy, it will become increasingly difficult to wear standard contact lenses. Scleral lenses are an excellent choice for patients with many...
Sep 11, 2022
Dry eye syndrome is one of the most common eye conditions in the world, yet many people put up with the discomfort, even though it's...
Aug 31, 2022
Unfortunately, glaucoma doesn't show any symptoms until its advanced stages. Read on to learn what you can to preserve your vision and live your best...
Aug 31, 2022
Here are 5 eye symptoms that you should never ignore. Call Contact Lens and Vision without delay if you or a loved one experiences any...
Aug 21, 2022
Have you or a loved one have experienced complications following LASIK or any other type of refractive surgery? Scleral lenses may be just the solution...
Aug 17, 2022
Childhood myopia — nearsightedness — is reaching epidemic proportions. Fortunately, there are steps parents can take to reduce their child’s risk of developing myopia.
Aug 15, 2022
Every child should have a comprehensive eye exam before the start of the new school year. Just as you wouldn’t consider sending them to school without...
Jul 31, 2022
Custom contact lenses are specially designed to fit irregularly-shaped corneas. If you find wearing regular contact lenses uncomfortable, ask your optometrist if custom contact lenses...
Jul 31, 2022
High myopia isn’t just difficulty seeing faraway objects. It can actually increase the risk of developing serious eye diseases later in life. Read on to...
Jul 28, 2022
If you’ve been diagnosed with high blood pressure, you're at risk of developing certain eye diseases. Read on to find out how to protect your...
Jul 27, 2022
Did you know that Nerf® guns, a supposedly safe children’s toy, have been shown to cause eye injury in certain cases? What makes them so...
Jul 17, 2022
Hyperopia affects near vision in children and young adults. Want to know more about hyperopia? Here we explain ways to recognize the condition and help...
Jul 15, 2022
Whether you call it eye goop, crusties or gunk, there are times when a bit of mucus around your eyes is normal — and times...
Jun 27, 2022
Keratoconus is a progressive eye disease that causes the cornea to thin and bulge, resulting in blurry and distorted vision. Here are the most commonly...
Jun 27, 2022
Cataract surgery not only improves vision. Research suggests that cataract surgery may also prevent cognitive decline.
Jun 20, 2022
Myopia management, an optometrist-developed program, can slow and even halt the progression of a child’s myopia. Read on to learn more.
Jun 20, 2022
Here’s how you can celebrate National Sunglasses Day on June 27.
Jun 13, 2022
Studies have found a correlation between asthma and dry eye syndrome. Fortunately, a dry eye optometrist can help by treating your uncomfortable dry eye symptoms.
Mar 31, 2022
Depression is an illness that can affect every aspect of a person’s life. Now, researchers are investigating whether depression can cause dry eye symptoms.
Mar 31, 2022
If your child spends too much time in front of screens, it’s important to set limits and establish routines to protect both their general health...
Feb 17, 2022
With scleral lenses, you’ll experience consistently clear vision—even if you have an irregular cornea and dry eye syndrome. Here are some of the benefits of...
Oct 30, 2021
Astigmatism is a non-spherical cornea that causes blurred vision. Here are 7 frequently asked questions and answers regarding this very common refractive error.
Oct 22, 2021
Photophobia (light sensitivity) is a common side effect of certain eye conditions. This discomfort can be treated with scleral contact lenses.
Apr 09, 2021
Find out what you can eat to help fight age-related macular degeneration (AMD), the leading cause of vision loss in the United States in patients...
Apr 06, 2021
Eye herpes can cause several uncomfortable symptoms and recurring flare-ups. In extreme cases, it can lead to blindness. Discover how your eye doctor can help.
Feb 25, 2021
Is your morning latte putting you at risk of developing glaucoma? Read on to learn what science has to say, and what our practice can...