Ill-fitting glasses can cause you to push them up your nose dozens of times each day or make your temples ache after wearing them for just a few hours. These experiences are undeniably frustrating, but you don’t have to live with the discomfort. Your optometrist can help your glasses sit exactly where they’re meant to […]
If you’ve been diagnosed with keratoconus or suspect you might have it, you might feel worried about your vision. The cone-shaped bulge that keratoconus causes on your cornea can make everyday tasks like reading or driving feel increasingly difficult. Keratoconus rarely causes complete blindness, but it can lead to significant vision problems if left untreated. […]
Prism glasses are lenses designed to redirect light to help your eyes work together properly, reducing double vision and eye strain by realigning images before they reach your retina. […]
You wake up with gritty, burning eyes that feel like sand is stuck under your eyelids. Your vision blurs when you blink, and by afternoon, your eyes look red and irritated. These uncomfortable symptoms often point to clogged meibomian glands. Tiny oil producers along your eyelid edges that keep your tears from evaporating too quickly. […]
If you wear contact lenses and experience dry, irritated eyes throughout the day, you’re not alone. Many contact lens wearers struggle with dryness that can make their lenses uncomfortable or even unwearable. At Discover Eyecare, we see patients daily who face this challenge, and understanding the causes is the first step toward finding the right […]
Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) affects millions of people worldwide, and you might wonder about the different types if you or a loved one has received this diagnosis. Wet and dry AMD are two distinct forms of the same condition, with dry AMD progressing slowly over years while wet AMD can cause rapid vision loss within […]
Eyeglasses aren’t just a vision tool; they can become a defining part of your style. Choosing frames that work with your facial structure can create a balance and harmony, while the right materials and craftsmanship make a noticeable difference in everyday comfort. To choose glasses for your face shape, look for frames that balance your […]
An eye exam does more than measure vision and prescribe corrective lenses; it can also reveal clues about a person’s general health. In particular, certain findings during an eye exam may point toward diabetes, sometimes even before the condition has been diagnosed. This connection comes from the unique view eye care professionals have of the […]
Laser eye surgery offers lasting visual freedom, but it’s normal to have questions about what the experience feels like. Whether you’re curious about how it works or wondering what recovery looks like, understanding the process can help ease nerves and support your decision-making. Laser eye surgery typically causes little to no pain, with most patients […]
It’s easy to panic when your child wakes up with red, irritated eyes. But in many cases, redness isn’t a cause for alarm—it’s a signal. Understanding what that signal means can help you take the right steps, whether that means at-home treatment or seeing a pediatric eye care provider. From mild irritation to contagious infections, […]
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