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How Often Should I Have an Eye Exam?

How Often Should I Have an Eye Exam?
Most people know regular eye exams are important for healthy eyes and clear vision. However, knowing when to schedule an exam is often less clear. Here, learn when to schedule your next exam for maximum benefits.
Jul 2nd, 2025

Why Do My Eyes Water So Much?
Tears are necessary for maintaining eye health, but excessive tearing can be a sign of an underlying problem. Here, learn about common causes of excessive tearing and why having an eye exam is important to prevent complications.
Jun 4th, 2025
It Feels Like I Have Sandpaper in My Eyes: What's Going On?

It Feels Like I Have Sandpaper in My Eyes: What's Going On?
Gritty, scratchy sensations in your eyes can be really uncomfortable — and they can also be a sign of a more serious underlying problem. Here’s what could be causing your symptoms and why having an eye exam is critical for your eyes and your vision.
Apr 8th, 2025
Is Surgery Inevitable With Cataracts?

Is Surgery Inevitable With Cataracts?
Like millions of others, your vision is starting to cloud, thanks to growing cataracts in your eyes. As you contemplate what to do next, surgery should definitely be on the list of possibilities if you want to see clearly again.
May 14th, 2024

How Eye Exams Are Different When You Have Diabetes
Everyone should get their eyes checked regularly, but if you have diabetes, these visits can save your eyesight. Diabetic eye diseases are among the leading causes of blindness, so it pays to stay one step ahead.
Apr 8th, 2024
6 Tips for Protecting Your Eyes This Spring

6 Tips for Protecting Your Eyes This Spring
Spring is already in the air — quite literally — as pollen flies around, irritating millions of eyes. If your eyes are often irritated during the springtime, here are some great tips.
Mar 1st, 2024
4 Signs of Keratoconus

4 Signs of Keratoconus
There are many conditions that can affect your vision, and keratoconus isn’t a common one. That said, it’s worth recognizing the signs of this eye condition because early action can make a big difference
Feb 1st, 2024
I Think I'm Nearsighted— What Should I Do Now?

I Think I'm Nearsighted— What Should I Do Now?
Making out things from a distance is hard for you, whether it’s reading street signs or watching a movie. If you want to see the world more clearly, there are several treatment options for nearsightedness.
Dec 12th, 2023

The Link Between Diabetes and Eye Problems
For the millions of people who have diabetes, vision loss isn’t just some idle threat. Here’s a look at how diabetes can affect your eyes and what we can do to stay one step ahead and preserve your vision.
Nov 1st, 2023
When Dry Eye Flares During Fall

When Dry Eye Flares During Fall
You’re among the millions of people who have dry eye, and the condition really seems to worsen during certain times of year, such as fall. Here’s a look at why this is happening and how we can help.
Oct 1st, 2023
Is It Time for LASIK?

Is It Time for LASIK?
You wake up, open your eyes, and the world is focused immediately. If you want this to be your morning routine, rather than fumbling for glasses or putting in contacts, it might be time to explore LASIK surgery.
Sep 1st, 2023
How Ortho-K Lenses Help You See Better

How Ortho-K Lenses Help You See Better
You have trouble seeing well at a distance, but you’re not thrilled by the idea of wearing glasses. With ortho-K speciality contact lenses, you get a daily reprieve from your nearsightedness, and wearing glasses.
Jul 12th, 2023
5 Tips for Preserving Your Vision as You Age

5 Tips for Preserving Your Vision as You Age
We joke about needing longer arms for reading as we age, but the reality is that most everyone’s vision and eye health can weaken and change as they grow older. Here are some tips to slow that process.
May 31st, 2023
Getting the Right Glasses for Your Needs

Getting the Right Glasses for Your Needs
You life is varied — between work, recreation, and family, your vision needs can change throughout the day. If you wear glasses, you might consider a few speciality pairs to keep up with your diverse interests.
May 11th, 2023
Can I Prevent Cataracts with Lifestyle Changes?

Can I Prevent Cataracts with Lifestyle Changes?
While age is the primary risk factor for cataracts, it’s not an inevitable part of getting older. There are some lifestyle adjustments you can make to put off cataracts or slow their progression, and we present a few of them here.
Mar 31st, 2023
4 Tips to Improve Dry Eyes

4 Tips to Improve Dry Eyes

Having dry eyes is one of those conditions that may not be medically serious, but the issue can still have a big impact on your life. If you’re plagued by dry eyes, here are four tips that go a long way toward relief.
Feb 10th, 2023
Sensitivity to Light? It Could Be Keratoconus

Sensitivity to Light? It Could Be Keratoconus
Your eyes have become extra sensitive to light or you’re starting to see halos around lights — these are two of the hallmarks of keratoconus. Here, we take a look at this condition and your treatment options.
Jan 2nd, 2023
Evaluating Your Options When You Have Astigmatism

Evaluating Your Options When You Have Astigmatism
Standing between you and your ability to see clearly is astigmatism and you want to know your treatment options. The good news is that this condition is highly treatable and there are options from which to choose.
Dec 8th, 2022
Your Options for Achieving 20/20 Vision

Your Options for Achieving 20/20 Vision
You know that 20/20 vision is supposed to be the norm, but you suspect you’re falling short as your vision is less than ideal at certain distances. Here, we explore what 20/20 vision is and how you can achieve it.
Nov 3rd, 2022
The Many Roles of Contact Lenses

The Many Roles of Contact Lenses
About 45 million people in the United States rely on contact lenses for a wide variety of reasons. The applications of contact lenses are many, and most have everything to do with improving your eyesight.
Sep 6th, 2022
Five Reasons to Protect Your Eyes From UV Rays

Five Reasons to Protect Your Eyes From UV Rays
You enjoy being outdoors, and you’re diligent about protecting your skin against the sun. As eye health experts, we want to encourage you to extend this protection to your delicate eyes. Here are five reasons why.
Aug 4th, 2022
How to Care for Your Ortho-K Lenses

How to Care for Your Ortho-K Lenses

You’ve opted for ortho-K lenses to correct your vision, and you want to make sure you get the best out of these lenses. Here are a few tips that will help you see more clearly for years to come.
Jul 6th, 2022
Is Losing Near Vision Inevitable After 40?

Is Losing Near Vision Inevitable After 40?
You watch as an older friend or family member grabs their reading glasses to read a book or order from a menu, and you wonder whether you’re next. Unfortunately, your odds are very good, especially after you reach your 40s.
Jun 6th, 2022
Warning Signs of Astigmatism

Warning Signs of Astigmatism
About 1 in 3 people in the United States has astigmatism, so the odds are good that you or a member of your family might also have the refractive error. To help you figure it out, we outline a few of the more common signs.
May 3rd, 2022
Myths and Facts About Cataracts

Myths and Facts About Cataracts
By the time you reach 75, you have a 50% chance of having cataracts. In this month’s blog post, we explore more facts (and myths) about cataracts that everyone should know in order to preserve their vision.
Apr 5th, 2022
Why Protecting Your Eyes Against the Sun Is Important

Why Protecting Your Eyes Against the Sun Is Important
Protection against the sun in the form of sunglasses is very important for your eye health and future vision. Here’s a look at how you can best shield your sensitive eyes from the sun’s potentially harmful rays.
Mar 9th, 2022
Are Contacts Right for You?

Are Contacts Right for You?
You’re having trouble with your vision, and you need corrective lenses. Your choices in this arena boil down to two options: glasses or contacts. To help with your decision, here’s a closer look at contact lenses.
Feb 6th, 2022
Here's What Happens During an Eye Exam

Here's What Happens During an Eye Exam
With the new year under way, you want to take charge of certain areas of your health, including your eye health. To see more clearly, both now and into the future, a comprehensive eye exam is your first order of business.
Jan 1st, 2022
What You Should Know About Myopia Control

What You Should Know About Myopia Control
You or your child is having trouble seeing at a distance, and you’re not keen on surgical solutions or wearing glasses for the foreseeable future. There is a solution that can control myopia called orthokeratology, or ortho-k.
Dec 16th, 2021
Why You Should Finally Get LASIK

Why You Should Finally Get LASIK
You wake in the morning and fumble for your glasses so you can see the world around you. Now imagine that you can simply open your eyes each morning with perfectly clear vision. LASIK can accomplish that.
Nov 9th, 2021
Help for Your Dry Eyes

Help for Your Dry Eyes
You’re tired of struggling with dry, irritated eyes at the hands of dry eye syndrome, and you want relief. Here, we explore the steps we can take together to remedy the discomfort that comes with dry eyes.
Oct 10th, 2021
Lifestyle Adjustments to Support Your Eye Health

Lifestyle Adjustments to Support Your Eye Health
You exercise to keep your body in great shape, brush and floss daily to preserve your teeth, but what about your eyes? Here, we explore a few lifestyle changes you can make that go a long way toward supporting your eye health.
Sep 14th, 2021
Five Contact Lens Mistakes to Avoid

Five Contact Lens Mistakes to Avoid
One look at contact lenses and you understand that these delicate visual aids require a higher standard of care. Here we take a look at five common mistakes people make when it comes to contact lens use.
Aug 15th, 2021

How to Choose Your Ideal Eyeglass Frames
It’s amazing how a pair of glasses can completely transform your appearance, which means choosing the right frames is important. To help, we’ve pulled together a few great tips to keep in mind.
Jul 18th, 2021

Can You Correct Astigmatism?
Astigmatism occurs in 1 in 3 people in the United States, making it an incredibly common condition. Thankfully, there are several solutions that can restore your vision, and we offer them here.
Jun 16th, 2021

Early Signs of Cataracts
Cataracts are one of the leading causes of vision loss and blindness in the United States, and your risk increases with age. If you want to preserve your eyesight, it’s worth recognizing the early signs of cataracts.
May 25th, 2021

Keratoconus: Signs and Treatment
Your eyes rely on many things to see clearly, including their shape. With keratoconus, your corneas become misshapen, leaving you with increasingly poor vision. Thankfully, there are solutions.
Apr 21st, 2021

Are There Alternatives to Reading Glasses?
You’re in the grocery store and you want to quickly read a label, but first you have to dig around in your purse or pockets to find your reading glasses, if they're even there. Is there an easier way to read clearly?
Mar 17th, 2021

Why You Shouldn't Ignore Dry Eyes
Your eyes are excessively dry, but you add a few over-the-counter drops and experience momentary relief. These stop-gap measures may help in the short term, but untreated dry eyes can lead to bigger problems.
Feb 16th, 2021

Is Staring at a Computer Screen Bad for Your Eyes?
Americans spend more than 10 hours staring at screens each day, which begs the question as to whether this screen time is ruining our eyes. Here, we explore the many reasons why excessive computer use may pose problems.
Jan 13th, 2021

Wintertime Tips for Dry Eyes
Winters in Boston can be harsh, especially for those who have dry eyes, as freezing temperatures and drier air take hold for months on end. Here are a few tips to keep your eyes in good health and well-lubricated.
Dec 1st, 2020

The Benefits of Speciality Contact Lenses
There are customized solutions for nearly every part of your body, from your head to your toes. With specialized contacts, we can add eyes to this mix. Here’s a look at how specialty contact lenses can help most anyone see more clearly.
Nov 1st, 2020

Am I a Good Candidate for Ortho K?
If you’re not keen on relying on corrective lenses or undergoing surgery to see clearly, ortho-k lenses are a fantastic alternative. Here’s a look at the many benefits of ortho-k lenses and whether they may be right for you.
Oct 14th, 2020

Top Treatments for Nearsightedness
When it comes to eyesight issues, nearsightedness is the most common, affecting 30-40% of the population in the United States. Luckily, there are several solutions that can help you see more clearly.
Sep 3rd, 2020

How Astigmatism Causes Headaches
If you find yourself struggling with frequent headaches and increasingly distorted vision, the odds are that the two symptoms are related. Here’s a look at how astigmatism can lead to headaches.
Aug 4th, 2020

OVITZ xwave Scleral Contact Lenses Deliver Optimal Vision
If you’ve been struggling with regular contact lenses, we’re proud to be one of the first 10 optometrists in the United States to offer the innovative OVITZ® scleral contact lenses. Explore how this exciting technology can help you see more clearly.
Jun 23rd, 2020

5 Nutrients that Promote Optic Health
Most people are familiar with foods that boost everything from heart to hair health, but your eyes also have their preferences when it comes to nutrients. Here are five nutrition tips that will help you see long into the future.
May 6th, 2020

Myths and Facts About LASIK Surgery
Wouldn’t you love to wake up each day, open your eyes, and see the world clearly without fumbling for contacts or glasses? With LASIK surgery, it’s possible. Here are some facts and myths about this very popular procedure.
Apr 24th, 2020

Tips for Managing Chronic Dry Eyes
If you’re struggling with chronically dry, itchy eyes, there are some great techniques and treatments that can relieve the discomfort. Here’s a look at why your eyes may be dry and what we can do about it.
Mar 3rd, 2020