There are so many innovative ways to treat dry eye symptoms, thanks to advances in medical optometry. You may have heard about using light therapy to promote healthy, hydrated eyes, but how do you know the differences between the different types? And how do you know which one is best for you? Your optometrist can…
Is Macular Degeneration Hereditary?
Taking care of your eyesight as you age is essential. Preparing yourself for whatever conditions may come through annual eye exams can prove helpful to preserve your sight. Macular degeneration is one of the conditions your optometrist monitors for at your yearly eye exams. Let’s explore what macular degeneration is, the different types, and if…
Do Cataracts Have to be Ripe to be Removed?
Do Cataracts Have to be Ripe to be Removed? Eyecare is an essential part of everyday life, whether that means keeping up with your eye exams or needing any specialty eye care procedures. Taking care of your eyes means reporting any potential issues to your optometrist. Cataracts are one of these eye issues you need…
What Is the First Sign of Cataracts?
What Is the First Sign of Cataracts? Cataracts are a common eye problem that millions of people suffer from every year. According to the National Eye Institute of America, more than half of Americans over the age of 80 have cataracts or have had them surgically removed. Cataracts can develop at any time, but it’s…
Can an Optometrist do LASIK Surgery?
Can an Optometrist do LASIK Surgery? If you are tired of having to wear glasses and contact lenses to correct your vision, LASIK eye surgery could be the solution you’re looking for. Ditching the need for corrective eyewear and seeing clearly through your naked eye can be liberating for some. At Broadway Eyecare our experienced…
What Are Scleral Contact Lenses?
Contact lenses provide excellent vision, but some people find them uncomfortable or difficult to wear. If you’re one of these people, your optometrist may recommend scleral lenses as an option, but what are these contact lenses? Continue reading to learn more about scleral lenses, including what they are, their benefits, and how to know if…
Why Are My Eyes So Dry?
If you’ve ever experienced dry eyes, you know just how irritating they can be. Not only do dry eyes feel uncomfortable, but it can also affect your vision and make it difficult to complete daily tasks. But what causes your eyes to become dry? And how can you stop it from happening in the future?…
How Do Blue Light Blocking Glasses Help With Eye Strain?
If you spend a lot of time working on digital screens, you may notice that your eyes feel fatigued and uncomfortable afterwards. This is most likely due to a vision problem called digital eye strain. Even though digital eye strain doesn’t typically have serious or long-term consequences, it can lead to unpleasant symptoms and affect…
When Is Eye Pain An Emergency?
Eye pain is always a little alarming. Even itchy red eyes can become a cause for concern—is there just more pollen in the air than usual, or is an eye infection developing? Is this something to address at your next eye exam, or should it be dealt with now? Don’t leave yourself in the lurch…
What is Better For Myopia Control: Glasses or Contact lenses?
As a parent, your child’s well-being is most important. If they have myopia, how do you protect their vision from worsening? With the correct treatment, you can reduce myopic progression in your child; it can be as easy as wearing glasses or contacts. When discussing myopia control with your optometrist, what is the better choice…