What To Expect At A Contact Lens Fitting

If you have been wearing glasses for a long time and have finally decided that you want to be fitted for contact lenses, you may be wondering what to expect. Being fitted for contact lenses is slightly different than being fitted for eyeglasses. Your eye doctor will need to fit your contact lenses comfortably. If they’re not sitting comfortably in your eyes, they can cause discomfort, make your vision blurry, and in severe cases may also cause damage to your eyes.…

Understanding the Steps Can Help Ease Your Worries About Cataract Surgery

When you’re scheduled for cataract surgery, your doctor will typically reassure you that this is a common, safe surgery and that the use of lasers makes it very consistent and precise. All of this is true. But if you’re someone who tends to fear things you do not understand, you may want a bit more of an explanation of what, exactly, is going to happen during the operation. Read on to better prepare for your appointment.…

The Senior Optometry Exam? 3 Common Eye Health Problems Related To Aging

Leading a busy life is often the reason why you may skip or postpone any type of regular or preventative medical care appointments, including those associated with vision care. Those who have not previously had to wear corrective lenses or suffered from any known vision issues are often even more likely to neglect regular eye health checkups.  As aging occurs, however, changes in eye health can occur and begin to progress before a problem is suspected.…