When it comes to diagnosing vision problems, there are a number of eye doctors from optometrists to opthalmologists that can help. Learn about the different fields and how each one can help you if you have poor vision or suffer from a debilitating eye disease.
If someone asked you about the last time you got an eye exam, you might think of the time your doctor asked you to look at the Snellen chart at your last annual check-up. While these exams can help point toward deeper issues that should be referred to the ophthalmologist or optometrist, they are a […]
By now, you should know how important it is to visit the eye doctor more frequently as you get older. As we age, our risk for vision problems increases. Just look at the array of eye conditions that affect individuals 40 and up, and many more popping up for those 60 and older. Conditions like […]
Just like any other part of our body, we need to have our eyes checked by professionals. Unfortunately, many people skip out on this crucial step in healthy living. Too often, people think that if they can see well, their eyes must be healthy. They ignore the advice to get a comprehensive eye exam. Sight […]
We’ve all seen those ads from eyeglass companies selling not only stylish prescription glasses but also the promise of 20/20 vision. This has led to the widely accepted notion that 20/20 is the best possible vision. After all, an eyewear company isn’t going to sell its products on the promise of worse vision And it’s […]
You should know by now that eye exams are not something to be skipped. They help in keeping infections, diseases, and other common eye problems at bay. But, how do you get the most out of your appointment? These 10 questions to ask before an eye exam can certainly help. 1. Should I visit an […]
We’re willing to bet that the moment you saw the term “vision screening” in the title, you probably thought of a Snellen Chart (one of those boards with increasingly tiny letters). And when you saw the term “eye exam” you well, probably thought of a Snellen Chart again. Should you even worry about the difference […]
Do you get your eyes checked annually? Once every two years, maybe? No, not even then? Do you remember the last time you even went in for an eye exam?! The answer to the last question for the most of us is unfortunately no. A common misconception about eye health is that if there isn’t […]
Vision therapy may sound like an easy ‘yes!’ After all, who wouldn’t want to try a non-invasive, no-prescription-needed technique to help strengthen and heal your vision. Unfortunately, for some people, it’s not that simple. Vision therapy is much more controversial than you may have thought. Vision therapy is a way to treat eye ailments and […]
No one likes going to the doctor. For some, it’s the fear of the unknown, while for others, it just seems like one more time-consuming task on the to-do list. The same goes for visiting the eye doctor. Your vision isn’t a life-or-death issue, right? While that may be true most of the time, early […]
Let’s face it: no one likes making appointments, much less going to them. Adding one more thing to the to-do list or taking time off work to go to a check-up of course makes them inconvenient. However, we cannot underestimate the importance of regular eye exams. Yes, it can be annoying to make the phone […]
