Vision Archives

Choosing Glasses: 11 Important Factors to Consider

Written By Barry Silver

If you’re shopping for glasses for the first time, you may wonder what factors matter most. Is it your second, third, fourth, or fifth time choosing glasses? Perhaps you’re wondering if you’ve made good choices in the past.

But who knows? You may shop for eyewear every year or multiple times each year, theoretically making you wiser and more discriminating. In any case, a little education could go a long way in increasing your post-purchase satisfaction.

In an effort to be your trusted eyewear advisor, we present a list of 11 things to consider when choosing glasses (or not). Some of the tips that follow are “guidelines” or “good-to-knows.” Some are subjective, particularly when it comes to fashion. You know what they say about rules; they’re meant to be broken.

Whether you embrace every tip that follows—or not—the tips we cover here will help you become a more informed shopper for what is clearly a purchase you should enjoy day after day.

Optical Illusions: The Secrets Behind Visual Puzzles

Written By Michael Healy

Imagine staring at a picture and suddenly seeing it move, twist, or change colors. How can a static image create such dynamic effects?

These are optical illusions, fascinating tricks that play with our vision and mind. But how exactly do these illusions work? Let’s explore the world of optical illusions and uncover the secrets behind these visual puzzles, and learn more about they impact on your visual health.

Light Therapy for Dry Eye Disease

Written By Courtney Dryer

Dry eye is a disorder of the tear film due to tear deficiency or excessive evaporation.

The most common reasons for dry eye include age, digital device use, contact lens wear, and the use of medication. The most common symptoms are itching, inconsistently blurry vision, redness, watery eyes, grittiness, burning, and eye fatigue.

A dry eye diagnosis is usually made from a patient’s dry eye symptoms, and the signs present on the front of the eye, confirmed through specific tests. Dry eye disease can be frustrating for both the patient and doctor because it’s considered chronic. The symptoms don’t always match the appearance of the eye that your eye doctor sees. It may require life-long treatment.

Can Eye Exercises Improve Your Vision?

Written By Michael Healy

Vision issues caused by eye-strain are on the rise. Fueled by a dramatic increase in the time spent on electronic devices, computer vision syndrome (CSV) has become a leading cause of these eye-related health issues.

On average, people now spend nearly seven hours a day looking at their phones, computers, or television.

Considering this, eye exercises have become a worthwhile tool for reducing eye strain and maintaining and improving overall eye health. In this article, we explore CVS and a number of other common eye health issues, share specific eye exercises and their benefits, and explain how they can help mitigate eye strain and other vision problems.

Keep Your Eyes Extra Safe in the Summer

Written By Courtney Dryer

As the days get longer, and we approach summer, it’s crucial to prioritize your eye health. More time outdoors, increased exposure to UV from the sun, and more time spent in the water can affect your short- and long-term eye health. We will discuss five tips for improving your eye health during summer.