Contact Lenses and Dry Eyes

Contact Lenses and Dry Eyes

Dry eye is an issue that affects many individuals. It can be severe enough to interrupt one’s day and prevent them from completing daily activities comfortably. Often, these individuals are unable to tolerate the use of contact lenses.  In other cases, patients suffer...
How is Astigmatism Corrected?

How is Astigmatism Corrected?

As you see the word “astigmatism”, you may recall a moment from your last appointment when our optometrist mentioned this term. Astigmatism simply refers to the fact that the prescription you need to allow for clear vision is not the same in all orientations in front...
Myopia Control with Orthokeratology

Myopia Control with Orthokeratology

Orthokeratology refers to a small and hard contact lens that is placed on the eye at the end of the day, slept in, then removed in the morning. It is uniquely designed for each individual, adjusting for the different contours of one’s eye and allowing for correction...
Is Contact Lens Safety Important?

Is Contact Lens Safety Important?

Contact lens safety is always important in order to prevent infections, promote good ocular health, and improve comfort while wearing contact lenses.  Now, in the COVID-19 pandemic, contact lens safety is even more important.  The American Optometrist Association has...