What Do I Need Reading Glasses?

What Do I Need Reading Glasses?

In mid to late adulthood, nearly everyone experiences symptoms of blurred vision or difficulty focusing while looking at things up close.  This is a completely normal visual change known as presbyopia.  Presbyopia usually starts sometime in your 40’s, when...
Development of Nearsightedness 

Development of Nearsightedness 

Nearsightedness, also called myopia, is becoming an increasingly common eye problem.  It is a form of refractive error that causes distance objects to be blurred and difficult to see.  It can cause problems for drivers if they are unable to accurately read...
Watery Eyes and Dry Eyes

Watery Eyes and Dry Eyes

While it may seem counterintuitive, watery and runny eyes can actually be a sign of dry eye disease.  More specifically, they are an indication of an underlying condition known as Meibomian gland dysfunction, which is a factor that can worsen dry eye disease and...
The Benefits of Daily Contact Lenses 

The Benefits of Daily Contact Lenses 

Daily contact lenses are soft contacts that are worn for one day then disposed of.  The single-use lenses are a popular option among contact lens wearers because they are comfortable and convenient.  They are also highly recommended by optometrists because...
Multifocal Contact Lenses for Presbyopia

Multifocal Contact Lenses for Presbyopia

We have already talked about presbyopia – the natural aging process that occurs sometime in your 40s that results in blurry vision while looking at closer objects.  Some of the most common ways to manage presbyopia include bifocal glasses or reading glasses. But...