Eyelash extensions are a popular beauty trend, offering fuller, longer lashes without daily mascara application. But as stunning as they look, they can sometimes lead to an uncomfortable condition known as blepharitis. If you’ve noticed redness, irritation, or crusting around your eyelash line after getting extensions, despite proper care, it’s time to see your eye […]
Cataracts account for over 50% of vision loss cases worldwide. While you can manage mild forms of cataracts with eyeglasses or contact lenses, cataract surgery can offer significant vision recovery for those with severe cataracts. However, many people need to travel to see their surgeon for cataract surgery, often by plane, raising concerns about the […]
For those wanting to improve their vision or seeking freedom from glasses or contacts, LASIK is a life-changing procedure. This procedure improves vision by using specialized lasers to reshape the eye’s corneal tissue, altering its structure. However, this reshaping cannot prevent the onset of age-related visual changes or other concerns like LASIK regression. While LASIK […]
It’s common to get the occasional eyelash in the eye, but it’s no fun when it’s stuck in there and you can’t get it out. While the feeling of having something foreign wedged in your eye can be disconcerting, with a bit of patience and care, you can get out that bothersome eyelash. We’ll guide […]
Myopia, or nearsightedness, affects 30% of the population. It is one of the most common eye conditions in the world. Like other refractive errors, myopia causes objects at a certain distance to become blurry. No single home remedy can fully treat myopia. While corrective lenses or surgery remain the most effective solutions, certain natural methods […]
Contacting your optometrist for emergency eye care can include:
Sudden vision loss
Eye trauma
Severe eye pain
New flashes and floaters
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Meibomian Gland Dysfunction (MGD) is an eye condition that occurs when the Meibomian glands are blocked or can’t produce enough oil to lubricate the eyes. This can lead to other painful visual conditions. Luckily, MGD can be easily identified during eye exams and extensive treatments are available. What Causes Meibomian Gland Dysfunction? The Meibomian glands […]
Blepharitis is not contagious. However, a flare-up can be annoying and cause discomfort. Fortunately, there are several ways to manage and prevent blepharitis flare-ups. […]
Living with blurred vision can feel like viewing the world through a constantly out-of-focus camera. For those grappling with astigmatism, this isn’t just a metaphor—it’s a daily reality. Though it can be corrected with glasses and even some modern contact lenses, you may wonder if it can be cured. Astigmatism is typically caused by an […]
Your dry eye may be caused by several factors, including your environment or allergies to underlying health conditions or medications. […]
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