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What Does 20/20 Vision Mean?
When discussing vision, the term 20/20 is often considered the gold standard for perfect or ideal vision. However, what if we told you that it's not the upper limit of human visual acuity? While 20/20 is indeed an excellent vision, it is entirely possible, and even...
IPL Therapy and Its Benefits to Dry Eyes
Dry eyes can be a persistent and uncomfortable condition, but thanks to advancements in technology, there are innovative treatments emerging to address this issue. One such treatment is Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) therapy on the eyelids. IPL therapy aims to improve the...
How to Improve Poorly Fitting Glasses
Glasses are intended to provide clear vision and utmost comfort when they fit properly. A well-fitting pair of glasses ensures that the lenses are aligned correctly, the frame is centered on the nose, and the temples rest comfortably over the ears. However, when...
Are There Any Hereditary Eye Conditions?
In the realm of inherited eye conditions, there is a subset called X-linked conditions. Unlike other forms of inheritance, where the gene responsible for the disease can be found on any chromosome, X-linked conditions specifically involve genes on the X chromosome....
Glaucoma and Selective Laser Trabeculoplasty (SLT)
Glaucoma is a progressive eye condition that involves abnormally high eye pressure and can lead to vision loss and nerve damage in the eyes. Historically, the treatment options for glaucoma have been topical eye drops to lower the eye pressure or eye surgery that...
What Eye Drops Can Kids Use?
Children are notorious for getting eye infections or having accidents that result in injuries to the eyes. However, treating these issues is more complex due to the age and development of children compared to an adult. Certain eye drops are approved for use in...
How STD’s Can Affect the Eyes
Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are a group of conditions that affect individuals' sexual health and are primarily acquired through sexual contact. All STIs can present different symptoms and manifestations with varying degrees of severity. In the United...
3 Things You Didn’t Know About Contact Lenses
Contact lenses are a popular option for many who prefer the option over glasses or having laser surgery. Contacts have been around for nearly one hundred years but have gained popularity in the last few decades as the costs have decreased, the ease of use has...
How to Treat Ocular Allergies
Allergies occur when our body's immune system overreacts to environmental substances that it sees as a potential threat. Regardless of the allergen, the response can cause various uncomfortable symptoms in different body parts, including our eyes. When ocular...
3 Interesting Things About Contact Lenses
Contact lenses are a popular option for many who prefer the option over glasses or having laser surgery. Contacts have been around for nearly one hundred years but have gained popularity in the last few decades as the costs have decreased, the ease of use has...
3 Things You Need To Know About Polarized Sunglasses
Polarized sunglasses are a special type of sunglasses that have lenses that filter light in a specific way – through polarization. This type of light filtering can provide the clearest, sharpest vision without excess glare or reflections. When light hits a surface –...
I Have a Bloody Eye. Should I Be Worried?
One of the most frightening eye conditions is when the eyes become bloody red. Often times, this is due to a condition known as a subconjunctival hemorrhage. The clear mucus lining over the white of the eye is called the conjunctiva and has many small blood vessels...