by Brett Neal, OD | Jan 3, 2023 | contact lenses
Anyone who wears contact lenses has probably heard or been told not to sleep in contacts but understanding why this is such a bad idea is important. Not all contact lenses are designed the same way and there are some which are approved for overnight wear, but the vast...
by Brett Neal, OD | Dec 19, 2022 | Glaucoma
The most common first-line treatment for glaucoma is to use an eye drop called a prostaglandin analog. There are several different medications in this class of medications. The purpose of these medications is to increase the drainage of fluid from the front of the eye...
by Brett Neal, OD | Dec 6, 2022 | Retina
Central serous chorioretinopathy is an acute eye condition that can lead to reduced vision in one eye. This condition can occur due to steroid use, stress levels being heightened, pregnancy, or be from an unknown cause. Central serous chorioretinopathy is usually not...
by Brett Neal, OD | Nov 22, 2022 | glasses
A new option in glasses is an anti-fatigue lens. These lenses are designed to be similar to a progressive no-line bifocal but have a much smaller power and are worn by younger individuals. These lenses are targeted at students and professionals who have lots of near...
by Brett Neal, OD | Oct 24, 2022 | Eye Care
Prescription eye drops come with a variety of different cap colors. This is an easy way to identify the type of medication as there is a uniform system that is used. An eye doctor can simply refer to a drop by the color of the cap which can make it much easier for...
