Vision Archives

Blurry Snellen Chart in Eye Doctor's Office

Is 20/100 Vision Bad? Here’s What It Means

Written By Lauren Anderson

Have you been told you have 20/100 vision and are wondering what that means exactly?

20/100 is a measurement of visual acuity, not a diagnosis. It tells you how clearly you can see at a specific distance.

It doesn’t tell you why your vision is the way it is or whether glasses or contacts can correct it. That’s a conversation to have with your eye doctor.

But we can help you understand what 20/100 vision means, what “visual acuity” is, and how it’s measured.

(Left) Woman with doe eyes (Right) Woman with siren eyes

What Are Doe Eyes and Siren Eyes? A Guide to Both Looks

Written By Rachel Shapiro

Have you seen the terms ‘doe eyes’ and ‘siren eyes’ floating around social media? Countless TikTok creators have used makeup techniques to create these looks.

But you may be wondering: what exactly are these eye shapes? And is one shape “better” than the other? In this guide, I’ll walk you through doe eyes vs siren eyes.

Eye Drops for Scratched Cornea: Do They Work?

Written By Lauren Anderson

A scratched cornea can be searingly painful for such a “small” injury.

And while it can heal fast (usually in around 24 to 72 hours), those hours can feel like an eternity.

Along with the initial pain, you might feel like there’s something stuck in your eye… even when there definitely isn’t. Your eye might water all the time and become red and sensitive to light. More serious scratches can make your vision blurry.

Eye drops for scratched cornea seem like a logical next step. But are these safe on a scratched cornea? Will they actually help heal it?

Why Is My Eyesight Getting Worse? Common Causes Explained

Written By Lauren Anderson

Are you wondering, why is my eyesight getting worse? A lot of people think that declining eyesight is simply a part of getting older. And sometimes that’s true.

But other times, changes to your vision can be linked to different eye conditions.

Reading an article like this one is no replacement for getting an eye exam. But understanding how your vision is changing can provide some clues about what could be going on and what treatment options you could try.

Are road signs getting harder to read? Do you find yourself holding your phone farther away? Or is your vision normal in the morning but blurry after a long day at work?

The answers to those questions can often give you an idea about the underlying cause. Let’s look at some of the most common reasons people’s eyesight gets worse and what can be done about it.

Does EZContacts Take VSP: What To Know

Written By Vivian Cummings

Vision insurance can be very confusing! It can be tricky to know which eyewear retailers take vision insurance. You may also be unsure about how to use your benefits.

If you’re asking, does EZContacts take VSP, I’m here to help. I’ll break down how to use your VSP benefits on EZContacts. I’ll also answer some other frequently asked questions about vision insurance.