Blue Light and Your Eyes

Blue Light and Your Eyes

Many recent studies have been focusing around blue light and its potential effects on vision and ocular health.  Blue lights, which we are exposed to every time we view a computer screen, phone, or tablet, are increasingly prevalent in our day-to-day lives.  As more...
Xiidra and Restasis: Prescription Dry Eye Drops

Xiidra and Restasis: Prescription Dry Eye Drops

We’ve talked about several advanced ways to address the symptoms of dry eye disease, from Lipiflow to specialty contact lenses.  One treatment option that you may see advertised on television is prescription eye drops, such as Restasis or Xiidra, that may be used for...
Orthokeratology and Myopia Control

Orthokeratology and Myopia Control

Myopia control is a field of eye care that works to slow the progression of nearsightedness, particularly in children.   There are several different approaches to myopia control, but one of the most common and effective methods is known as orthokeratology.  In...
Do You Suffer From Dry Eyes at Night?

Do You Suffer From Dry Eyes at Night?

You may find it surprising that, for many people suffering from dry eye disease, nighttime can be the most damaging part of the day.  It is easy to think that while we’re sleeping and our eyes are closed, the surface of our eye is protected. But the truth is that...
Contact Lenses and Dry Eye

Contact Lenses and Dry Eye

Many people wonder: can you wear contact lenses if you have dry eye disease?  While contact lenses may not directly cause symptoms of dry eyes, many contact lens wearers have experienced a worsening of their symptoms.  Dryness caused by contact lenses can mean lenses...