Springtime is coming, and if you’ve ever experienced a North Carolina spring you’re probably all too familiar with the fact that spring and “pollen season” are synonymous around here. While that thick coating of yellow dust is a major sign that spring has sprung, it can cause some serious discomfort. If your eyes are often […]
February is Low Vision Awareness Month, and we need your help in getting the word out. Low vision affects millions of Americans, including many older adults. Only proper management can prevent further vision loss – and the loss of independence that comes with it. People with low vision are not blind, but because of their […]
Many people resolve to improve their eating habits around this time of year. Did you know that certain foods can actually improve your eyesight and eye function? As you’re adjusting the foods you eat, consider these three; they offer benefits to your eyes as well as your overall health. Raw Red Pepper – Red bell […]
As much as 40% of your vision can be lost before you even notice. While that sounds impossible to most seeing people, it happens all the time due to glaucoma. Glaucoma has no symptoms, and once vision is lost, it’s permanent. There is no cure for glaucoma, but you can take measures to prevent further […]
Our bodies age as we grow older and our eyes are no exception. If you are nearing the age of 65 or are past it, there are specific eye conditions that you should know about so you can catch them early. The earlier you catch certain eye diseases, the longer your eyes will be in […]
Get Perks When You Buy a Big Batch of Contacts When you buy contacts, do you buy enough for one month or maybe two? Contact lenses aren’t cheap, so we understand. Perhaps you’re nervous about storing several blister packs or don’t know which prescription is for which eye. But there are benefits to buying your […]
Most people know that UV rays can be harmful to your skin, causing irritating and painful sunburns and, over time, skin cancer. But you might not realize UV rays can also hurt your eyes. UV rays come naturally from the sun and UV lamps in tanning beds. Both can produce UV rays at an extremely […]
Dear Patients and Friends, COVID-19 continues — long after many of us might have guessed back in March or April. If you’re nervous about visiting, please know we are doing everything we can to keep employees and patients safe. As a reminder, we have added safety protocols for visitors to all three of our locations, […]
If you haven’t been to visit your TEI optometrist this year, you might guess that some things have changed. We’re doing everything we can to keep you and our team safe during these challenging times. We know some of you are nervous, but please, don’t skip your next eye appointment, especially if you’re experiencing any […]
Visiting the eye doctor every year may seem unnecessary. If you just got new lenses last year or you’ve always had perfect vision, you may wonder, “Why should I go?” But an eye doctor is just that, a doctor. He or she isn’t just looking at your eyesight, but your eyes — one of our […]
