Tag: eye pain
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Do I Need Glasses for 20/30 Vision?
Is it ever challenging for you to see? If so, an eye exam is in order. One of the things your eye doctor will do is a visual acuity test. That will tell them–and you–if you need glasses.
Let’s say you had 20/20 vision at your last eye exam. This is standard vision, which means that you could clearly say what most other people could at a
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What Does 20/30 Vision Mean?
The chances are you’ve heard about 20/20 vision. It’s what most people hope for when going in for an eye exam, thinking that if you have 20/20 vision, you have no eye problems and have no need for glasses.
Contrary to popular belief, though, 20/20 vision doesn’t necessarily mean your eyesight is perfect. Technically, it’s the average
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Does Wearing Glasses Improve Eyesight?
If you ask us, glasses are one of the world’s best inventions. They can make someone with poor vision see crystal clear, help people who struggle to see far away, safeguard your eyes from ultraviolet light, and even protect your eyes from the damaging effects of blue light.
Most prescriptions are good for at least a year, but your vision
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How to Take Care of Your Eyes After 40
Did you know you have a higher likelihood of eye issues after you turn 40? Vision complications may arise if you have one of these conditions:
Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) or glaucoma in your family
Diabetes
High blood pressure
Other medical issues that require prescription medicine
During your 40s, your eye lenses might
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Why Is It Important to Take Care of Your Eyes?
Taking care of your eyes involves a lot more than just getting the right pair of corrective lenses. To maximize your vision, you should understand the importance of eyes and the steps on how to take care of your eyes daily.
Why is it important to take care of your eyes? Let’s explore.
Why is it important to take care of your eyes?
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How to Take Care of Your Eyes Daily
The definition of eye care is simple: taking reasonable steps to protect your eyes against damage. This may include wearing the right eyewear and having a regular eye exam with an Independent Doctor of Optometry (or optometrist). But the steps on how to take care of your eyes daily don’t stop there.
Let’s take a look at some other steps of eye
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What Are the Most Common Problems With Bifocal Glasses?
Presbyopia can affect anyone, so understanding the best types of eyewear to correct your symptoms should be a top priority the older you get. Over time, your eye doctor may suggest you try out bifocal glasses to get your vision to where it needs to be.
Bifocal glasses feature multifocal lenses with two distinct viewing areas, separated by a
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Can You Get Sunburned Eyes?
One of our favorite summer ventures is spending time on the beach with family and friends. The only downside? Sunburns. Since you were a kid, you’ve probably made sure to apply sunscreen to protect your skin before heading outdoors during the brightest hours of the day.
But what about your eyes? Can you get sunburned eyes, and if so, what
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Can Non-Prescription Glasses Hurt Your Eyes?
Every day, we see hundreds of people seeking new frames. And not all of those people are searching for a prescription (which would require comprehensive eye exam and prescription).
Sometimes, you might want to wear glasses without a prescription. However, you might be held back by a few questions, such as:
Are there any drawbacks to non-
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3 Eye Care Tips for Beautiful Eyes
Do you spend a lot of your morning perfecting your eye makeup before heading into the office? Blending your eyeshadow and framing your brows with a quality brow gel or pencil can take time.
But while you might put considerable effort into your eye makeup, have you been taking care of your eyes while you’re at it? Beautiful eyes start with
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