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Have you noticed that functioning in general is harder? Learn why visiting an optometrist may help you find the source of the problem.

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Getting My Vision Corrected

One day, after struggling at work for quite awhile, a friend of mine asked me if I was having trouble seeing. After thinking about it for a few minutes, I realized that it was hard to concentrate because everything was a touch blurry in my left eye. I decided that since it probably wasn't normal, I should meet with an optometrist. After a thorough eye exam, the doctor informed me that my left eye had some near-sightedness, and that I needed glasses or contacts to correct the problem. After I had corrective lenses, my vision was no longer a distraction. Check out this blog to learn more about how an eye doctor can help you.

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Three Eye-Related Symptoms That Indicate The Need To Visit Your Ophthalmologist

11 January 2016
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Even if you don't wear glasses or contacts and haven't noticed any issues with your quality of sight, it's a good habit to schedule one visit with your ophthalmologist about every two years. Doing so will allow this health professional to evaluate your vision but also get an early warning sign of any issues with your eyes. Beyond these regular checkups, it can be crucial to make an appointment with the ophthalmologist right away if you notice something about your vision that doesn't seem correct. Read More …

3 Safety Tips For Special Effects Contacts

11 January 2016
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Wearing special effects contacts that change your eye shape and color is a fun way to alter your appearance. It can be a daily fashion statement or the finishing touch that really makes your Halloween costume stand out. However, to protect your vision and overall eye health, you want to make sure that you're wearing them safely. While special effects contact lenses aren't necessarily unsafe, they're more likely to be misused than ordinary contacts, and this can lead to eye damage. Read More …