As we age, our eyes—like the rest of our bodies—begin to lose flexibility and strength. When this happens to the lens of the eye and its surrounding muscles, your lens will become stiff. This makes it harder to see close objects clearly because the eyes can't focus properly. It's a natural part of
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Presbyopia
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Reading Glasses
During the normal aging process, components of your eyes change in shape and flexibility. This frequently corresponds to vision changes that may make it difficult to see close objects. Although not all adults experience these changes, many find that they need reading glasses as they get older. Visiting
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Lens Coatings
When you’re picking out a new pair of glasses, choosing the frames that best fit your face is just the beginning. After selecting your frames, you’ll need to choose the type of lens, lens material, and lens coating. With advances in eyeglass technology, there are several lens coating options to choose
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How to Read Prescriptions
Vision that is 20/20 describes a normal level of clarity and sharpness in your vision. This is called visual acuity. This measurement offers a way to compare the quality of your vision to a professional standard. Using this tool helps your eye care provider to accurately gauge whether you need corrective
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Bifocals & Multifocals
If you find yourself struggling to see both at far distances and nearby reading materials, then it may be time to consider bifocals. Your eye care provider and the trained optometry staff will work with you to determine the best way to meet your needs while helping you to look and feel your best. What
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why do I need to see an eye care provider? Many “silent” diseases, such as glaucoma and diabetes, can only be detected through regular eye exams. When these conditions are discovered earlier rather than later, they become easier to treat or manage, allowing for better long-term preservation of eyesight.In
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What Is a Chalazion?
Could that bump on your eyelid be caused by a chalazion?
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How Bell’s Palsy Affects the Eyes
Is Bell's palsy making your eye uncomfortable?
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Reasons Why Your Eyelid is Swollen
Are you wondering why you have a swollen eyelid?
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Vision Therapy and Dyslexia
Could vision therapy help your child's dyslexia symptoms?
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Different Types of Contact Lenses
Do you know which type of contact lens is right for you?
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Driving When You Have AMD
Is it a good idea to drive if you have macular degeneration?
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How Diet Affects Vision
Want to protect your eyesight? Try making a few changes to your diet.
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Problems With Depth Perception
Could a depth perception problem be the reason you struggle with sports or reading?
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What to Do When You Get Something in Your Eye
Do you have something stuck in your eye? Try a few of these helpful tips.
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The Link Between Menopause and Dry Eye
Could your dry eye symptoms be related to menopause?
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