Eyecare Center Optometrist Blog
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Eye care professionals specialize in understanding how the human eye really works, as well as diseases and conditions that affect your vision - many of which do not always have obvious symptoms. Visit our eye care blog by our Lexington eye doctors at Eyecare Center Optometrist to learn about eye health & optometry services.
Eyecare Center Optometrist Blog
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Eyecare Center Optometrist Blog
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A cataract is a cloudy, dense formation that appears in the otherwise clear lens of your eye. If you have cataracts, you will feel like you are looking through a fogged-up or frosty window. Clouded vision due to cataracts makes it difficult to drive (especially at night), read, or see people’s faces clearly.  ..read more
Eyecare Center Optometrist Blog
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Pink eye is an eye problem that affects people of all ages but is more common among children. The conjunctiva covers the sclera (white of the eye) and lines the inner eyelid. It helps keep the eyes moist ..read more
Eyecare Center Optometrist Blog
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The purpose of wearing prescription eyeglasses or contact lenses is to correct refractive errors. These include astigmatism, myopia, and farsightedness. Your eye doctor may recommend eyeglasses or contact lenses after examining your eyes and diagnosing any vision problems ..read more
Eyecare Center Optometrist Blog
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On top of the musculoskeletal and mental problems that can come from too much screentime, blue light can hurt your eyes. There is evidence that blue light can affect your vision and increase your risk for certain health problems ..read more
Eyecare Center Optometrist Blog
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You can get rid of daily wear glasses and lenses with ortho-k. Ortho-k is short for orthokeratology. It is a treatment whereby you wear lenses when going to sleep. The ortho-k lenses correct your cornea while you sleep. When you wake up, your cornea holds the new shape throughout the day ..read more
Eyecare Center Optometrist Blog
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Millions of people in the United States suffer from dry eyes every year. The condition causes discomfort and can cause a range of symptoms. If left untreated, it can cause severe damage to your eye health. The good news is that your optometrist can treat it. Read on to learn more ..read more
Eyecare Center Optometrist Blog
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Pink eye, or conjunctivitis, is a swelling or infection of the conjunctiva caused by a virus, bacteria, or allergies. The conjunctiva is the thin transparent layer that covers the white part of the eye and the inner part of the eyelid.  ..read more