Vision Archives

Eye Infections: The Difference Between Eye Colds and Pink Eye

Written By Michael Healy

Eye infections are common ailments that many of us experience at some point in our lives. In fact, eye infections are so common that each year, an estimated 1 million Americans make visits to their doctor specifically for eye-related infections.

While commonly referred to as eye infections, two terms related to the condition that are often used interchangeably are “eye colds” and “pink eye.” While both conditions affect the eyes, they are very different in their causes, symptoms, and treatments.

Sleeping With Contacts: What Are the Risks?

Written By Courtney Dryer

Contact lens wearers, brace yourself for a potentially painful read. See, your eye doctor will warn you against sleeping with contacts, but nearly one-third of contact lens users have done so.

What happens?

When you wake up, your eyes feel dry, and your lenses must be peeled off your cornea. If you sleep in them just once, you may be okay, but everyone’s affected differently.

Understand this: sleeping with contacts long-term can result in serious complications.

Blue Light: What Do We Actually Know?

Written By Courtney Dryer

A lot of information on blue light and blue light glasses can be found online, but what do we really know about its effect on the eyes? We know medicine is ever-changing and new study data forces us to change our understanding and conclusions. Blue light is still being studied by researchers. Here’s what we know in now.

What Are Tear Troughs and How To Get Rid of Them

Written By Michael Healy

One of the most common facial features that reveals the passage of time is the development of something known as tear troughs. Tear troughs are depressions that form beneath the eyes and cast a shadow that can make an individual appear tired, aged, or even unhealthy.

While the formation of tear troughs is usually not a significant health issue, their initial appearance can be unsettling. Considering this, it’s important to understand the causes of tear troughs, how they affect an individual’s appearance and self-esteem, and various treatment options that are available to address this concern.

The Role of Vitamins in Eye Health

Written By Courtney Dryer

Have you ever wondered if taking vitamins could improve your eye health? What about your vision?

Or are eye vitamins a hoax, like carrots decrease the risk of needing glasses for poor vision? Here are a few truths about eye vitamins and the effect they can have on vision and the prevention of disease.