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What is an OCT Scan?

A female optometrist examining the eyes of a young man using a medical device to detect potential eye problems.

In the realm of eye care, technological advancements have significantly enhanced our ability to diagnose and manage various ocular conditions.  One such innovation is the Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) scan, a non-invasive imaging technique that provides detailed cross-sectional images of the eye’s internal structures. Optical Coherence Tomography is best compared to an ultrasound, except it […]

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 Is Blepharitis Contagious?

Close-up of a child with a stye on the eyelid.

Have you ever felt like your eyelids are itchy, inflamed, or irritated? If so, you might have blepharitis—a common eye condition that causes inflammation and irritation around your eyelids. While it’s treatable with the help of your optometrist many people find themselves wondering: is blepharitis contagious
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Fortunately, the answer is no. […]

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How Long Does an Eye Exam Take?

A boy is covering his left eye during a visual acuity test.

Our eyes are the windows to our soul, so we must look after them with annual eye exams.  Eye exams are a crucial aspect of our general wellness. They make it possible to diagnose eye disorders and vision correction, but they also enable the discovery of additional medical conditions. Adults should have an eye exam […]

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