Tired of glasses fog, but think you can’t wear contacts? Read on to learn why that’s probably not true. I wear bifocal or progressive glasses. Multifocal contact lenses correct vision in each eye for both distance and near tasks.  This gives good vision for activities at multiple distances including distance signs while driving, computer screens, and phones.  Multifocal contact lens designs have improved greatly in recent years.  If you’ve never tried them or tried them previously without success, they are worth looking into. My prescription is too high or I have too much astig ..read more

Myopia Management Dr. Copeland is now certified to fit MiSight daily disposable soft contact lenses! MiSight 1-day contact lenses are the first and only FDA approved soft contact lens proven to slow progression of nearsigthedness (myopia) in children ages 8-12. Read on to learn more about MiSight 1-day contact lenses and myopia management. What is Myopia? Myopia, more commonly known as nearsightedness, occurs when the eye focuses light in front of the retina instead of directly on it. Light needs to focus directly on the retina for the eye to see well. Glasses or contact lenses are worn to mo ..read more

Whether your child will be learning in a classroom or virtually this year, an eye exam should be on the back to school checklist. This blog post answers common questions about kids’ eye exams. Why Should Kids Have An Eye Exam? Vision is essential for learning. 80% of what we learn is processed visually. Vision problems can lead to poor school performance and a dislike of school in general. What Age Should Kids Have An Eye Exam? Dr. Copeland along with the American Optometric Association recommend a child have his first eye exam between 6-12 months. If everything is healthy, the next visit shou ..read more

Not just a fashion statement, Maui Jim sunglasses promote eye health by blocking harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays, improve eye comfort by reducing glare, and enhance your sight by heightening the world’s true colors.     UV RAYS & EYE HEALTH Maui Jim Luxury Adrift Sunglasses You may be surprised to hear that UV light causes damage to your eyes just like your skin.  Chronic UV exposure can lead to eye diseases such as cataracts, signs of premature aging like wrinkles around your eyes, and skin cancer, 5-10% is found on the eyelids.  Maui Jim PolarizedPlus2® lenses bl ..read more

Many of us are spending more time on a computer.  Increased screen time often leads to eye fatigue and dryness.   Be kind to your eyes with these 3 “B”s: Brightness Looking at light that is too bright can strain your eyes.  Adjust the brightness of your computer screen to try and match the brightness of your surroundings.   As a test, look at the white background of a web page. If it looks like a light source, it's too bright. If it seems dull, it might be too dark. Blink Blinking helps moisten your eye by stimulating the release of tears and spreading them alon ..read more

Eyes Irritated This Winter? You May Be Suffering From Dry Eye Although eyes can feel dry all year around, dry winter air can make these symptoms worse.  Dr. Copeland can create a customized dry eye plan to ensure your eyes are feeling and seeing their best. What Are Symptoms of Eye Dryness? Symptoms include blurry or fluctuating vision, difficulty wearing contact lenses, eyes that water, are red, feel gritty or sandy, burn or sting, and/or have an overall feeling of discomfort or irritation.  A person with dry eye can experience one, some, or all these symptoms.  Dryness does not always affec ..read more

Want to ditch your glasses? Corneal Refractive Therapy (CRT) also known as orthokertalogy (ortho-K) can help! Read this blog post to find out more. What is CRT? Corneal Refractive Therapy (CRT) also known as orthokeratology (ortho-K) is a non-surgical treatment that corrects myopia (nearsightedness) using custom designed contact lenses. What is Myopia? Myopia is a common vision condition that causes far away objects to appear blurry.  Glasses or contact lenses allow a nearsighted person to see clearly. How Does CRT Work? A myopic person wears specially designed CRT lenses while sleeping. Th ..read more

“Lazy Eye” can mean many things to many different people. In eye care we use the term amblyopia to describe an eye(s) with poor vision (worse than 20/20) even when wearing best correction (glasses or contact lenses).  Generally, amblyopia will only develop in children if the problem starts before the age of 6.  Luckily, amblyopia can be treated at almost any age! What Causes Amblyopia? Normal development of the visual system occurs once a baby is born until ages 6-8.  During this time, there are many changes and connections being made between the eye and brain that allow vision to improve ..read more

Best UV protection and clearest vision "You get what you pay for" couldn’t be truer when it comes to eyewear.  If you want the best ultraviolet (UV) radiation protection and clearest vision through your lenses, you need to purchase quality sunglasses.  UV Radiation and Your Eyes Wearing sunglasses on a bright sunny day gives immediate relief from squinting.  However, this should not be the main reason to put on your sunglasses.  The most important feature of quality sunglasses is their ability to block invisible UV radiation.  The sun emits 3 types of UV rays: UVA, UVB, and UVC.  The ozone lay ..read more

Cataract removal is an elective surgery. If your cataract is severe Dr. Copeland will make a definite recommendation for removal. Otherwise, she will discuss with you whether or not you want to be referred to a cataract surgeon for removal. Below are 5 reasons why you should say yes to the referral. Enjoy Clearer More Vibrant Vision A cataract is a cloudy lens located inside your eye. You have to look through this cloudy lens when viewing the world. The cloudy lenses causes your vision to be blurred and dulls colors. Unfortunately, since your glasses are located outside your eye there ..read more