Though many of us wear glasses, very few of us realize the maintenance they actually need to keep our vision clear. Maintaining your eyewear isn’t difficult, but it does require special care. Read some of our tips for taking care of your eyeglasses Tips for Maintaining Your Glasses Avoid Chemical Contact Your glasses can be very fragile depending on how they were made. Some lenses have films on them to provide UV protection, scratch or shatter resistance, or even to enhance your prescription. These films are the most fragile part of your glasses, and they can easily be destroyed by...
World sight Day 2021
EVERYONE COUNTS Nearly everyone on the planet will experience an eye health issue in their lifetime and more than a billion people worldwide do not have access to eye care services. To address the bigger picture at the country and global level, we need to be aware of our own eye health, and so our theme for 2021 is all about #LoveYourEyes. #LoveYourEyes is all about being aware of your own eye health and if you able, to get a sight test or recommend others do the same. Our eyes can also tell us so much about our general health...
Leading causes of broken eyeglasses
After years of working with patients and their broken glasses, my experience has been: Glasses were sat on (usually when put down on a bed while dressing/undressing), or stepped on. Glasses were damaged during a sports or recreational activity. Glasses were “altered” by a family pet…almost always a dog. Glasses were destroyed by a young child. Could be the child’s or the parent’s glasses. Glasses were damaged in luggage, backpack,etc. Glasses were damaged by owner while attempting to do a repair at home. Glasses were damaged by “unknown entity.” Were found destroyed on nightstand upon wakening. “They must have been...
Anti reflective lenses
Glasses with anti-reflective coating have grown in popularity as more jobs demand that employees spend time behind a computer. Everyday use of smartphones, TV viewing, and other gadgets with screens can strain the eyes even further. In the past, AR coating was a nuisance because it would easily peel off, scratch, and get dirty easily. Today’s AR-coated lenses have improved. Their anti-reflective capabilities are “seared” into the lens. Anti-reflective coating, also called AR coating, is created to: Block UV rays to enhance eye protection. Block blue light, which can help with eye strain, blurry vision, and dry eyes. Resist smudges and scratches. Stop...
Ocular hypertension
Ocular Hypertension Overview The term ocular hypertension usually refers to any situation in which the pressure inside the eye, called intraocular pressure, is higher than normal. Eye pressure is measured in millimeters of mercury (mm Hg). Normal eye pressure ranges from 10-21 mm Hg. Ocular hypertension is an eye pressure of greater than 21 mm Hg. Although its definition has evolved through the years, ocular hypertension is commonly defined as a condition with the following criteria: An intraocular pressure of greater than 21 mm Hg is measured in one or both eyes at two or more office visits. Pressure inside the eye is measured...
What does it mean to be non binary?
How to Know If You’re Non-Binary Posted on July 4, 2018102 Jump to what you want: What Does It Mean to be Non-Binary? Let’s Clear Up Some Confusion Non-Binary Means Non-Cis Practical Ways to Know You’re Non-Binary Things to Help You Figure Out if You’re Non-Binary “How I Knew I Was Non-Binary” Personal Stories People often have “gender reveal” parties for their babies. You’ll see balloons in grocery stores that say, “It’s a boy!” or “It’s a girl!” But what if it’s neither? Or both? Most parents don’t consider their children being anything other than a boy or a girl, so you,...
Corneal Arcus or Arcus Senilis
Eyes are often considered the “window into the soul,” but in eye care they are more commonly used as a window into the patient’s overall health. Eyes can change in many ways as you get older, but some of these changes can indicate other health issues you otherwise might not notice. Systemic diseases like diabetes and conditions like high blood pressure can all be detected during a comprehensive eye exam, but what can corneal arcus tell you about your health? Today, we’re going to unpack this little white outline of your cornea and look at what this condition is, how common it is, and what it could...
After 40 years of blindness, injection of light-sensitive protein restores a man’s vision
The first successful clinical test of a technique called optogenetics has allowed a 58-year-old man to see for the first time in decades. The man was able to see with the help of image-enhancing goggles after 40 years of blindness, thanks to an injection of light-sensitive proteins into his retina. According to a study published by Nature Medicine on May 24, this is the first successful clinical application of optogenetics, a technique in which flashes of light are used to control gene expression and neuron firing. The study revealed that the technique is widely used in laboratories to probe neural circuitry and...
How to maintain healthy eyes
Good vision helps you perform well—at home, at work, or behind the wheel. That’s why it’s important to take a few simple steps to make sure you help keep your eyesight at its best. A regular eye exam is the best way to protect your eyesight – and an easy precaution to take. Here are some tips to help maintain eye health as you age. Eat a Balanced Diet As part of your healthy diet, choose foods rich in antioxidants, like Vitamins A and C; foods like leafy, green vegetables and fish. Many foods – especially fatty fish, such as salmon –...
Four ways to protect your eyes from Covid-19
Although Coronavirus (COVID-19) is a new disease and experts are still learning how it spreads, touching a surface or object that has any virus or germs on it and then touching your mouth, nose, or possibly eyes can lead to infection. We’ve teamed up with Dr. Jennifer Tsai, OD to answer a few questions about ways to protect your eyes during this outbreak. Is it safe to wear contacts? Yes, as of now and the most sanitary option is daily contacts. The cardinal rule for staying healthy is to wash your hands often. The eyes are an entry point for...
