The Effects of Increased Computer Usage /Date05 May 2016/Comment0 With the ever increasing use of computers in our daily lives at work as well as for pleasure, it is important to note the effects that extended computer use can have on our visual system. Extended use of computer screens... Read More →
Do I have Presbyopia? /Date12 Apr 2016/Comment0 Can you see well to drive and watch television, but find yourself stretching out your arms to read that recipe, backing away from your computer screen to determine if that is an 8 or a 3, or turning every light... Read More →
The Beneficial Nutrients /Date20 Mar 2016/Comment0 Foods for thought…and for the eyes!!! In a previous entry, we discussed a few nutrients and antioxidants to benefit your eye health such as Vitamin C, Lutein, and Zeaxanthin, but there are many, many more. Everyone has heard about omega-3... Read More →
How to Find the Right Pair of Glasses for your Child /Date28 Feb 2016/Comment0 Whether you are looking for regular prescription glasses, sunwear or protective sports eyewear, it can be tough choosing the best eyewear for children and teens. On the one hand, they need to be comfortable and provide the optimal fit for... Read More →
Do Carrots Really Help Your Eyesight? /Date23 Feb 2016/Comment0 I’m often asked by patients, “do carrots really help your eyesight?” Well the answer is yes, but they are not the only foods that benefit our eye health. Spinach and kale are loaded with antioxidants, lutein and zeaxanthin. These antioxidants... Read More →
Dr. Nicole Apple on maternity leave! /Date12 Feb 2016/Comment0 Dr Nicole Apple will be on maternity leave till mid March. Her and her husband, Andrew, are expecting their first child in January, a little girl. Nicole is thrilled to be welcoming their daughter, but will miss seeing her patients... Read More →
New Technology May Make You a Candidate for Contact Lenses /Date19 Jan 2016/Comment0 Technological advances have affected many areas of medical care, and contact lenses are no exception. New lens materials, designs and fitting techniques now allow many patients who have been previously told they couldn’t wear contacts to do so. Patients with... Read More →
Glasses of the Stars /Date12 Jan 2016/Comment0 Jennifer Aniston is sporting a rounded, rectangular look. This look works well for those with angular or rounded faces. When choosing the frames that are right for you, it is important to take into account both proportion and balance. Rectangular... Read More →
Why Do We Need Glasses /Date10 Jan 2016/Comment0 The most well-known part of a comprehensive eye exam is the basic vision test. When you have a general vision test, one of the main conditions the eye care practitioner is checking for is a refractive error. A refractive error... Read More →
