Understanding the goal of myopia management

Understanding the goal of myopia management requires more than just routine visits to the optometrist… it necessitates active participation from the patients themselves. While eyecare

Five things fashionable ladies expect from eyewear

Without question, one accessory that is essential for both style and function is eyewear. Living and working in Connecticut, I often communicate with fashionable ladies

Seasonal Allergies – Seven Ways to Stop the Itch

If you suffer from seasonal allergies, there’s no reason why you shouldn’t be able to enjoy springtime like everyone else. Spring is officially here on

Introduction to Dry Eye – A Basic Guide for Patients

If you’ve been suffering from dry eye, you’re probably well aware that it can burn you out in more ways than one. Not only does this

Introduction to Eye Healthy Foods – Feed Your Eyes

The path to our best vision starts with refining our diet (in addition to regular eye exams). This may come as a surprise to you,

Harmful UV Rays – The Effects of Sunlight on the Eyes

The right amount of sunlight is a powerful asset to our overall health, but getting too much sun can be harmful. The harmful effects of

Does Cigarette Smoking Lead to Vision Problems?

Smoking poses a threat to nearly every organ in your body and the eyes are no exception. “I regret the day I ever started,” a

Ocular Manifestations of Diabetes

Any person who’s been diagnosed with diabetes will confirm the need for an eye exam at least once a year. Typically, I do my best

Dealing with Age-Related Macular Degeneration – (Part One)

Macular Degeneration is a leading cause of vision loss, affecting more than 10 million Americans. Moving forward, I’ve wanted to talk about Macular Degeneration (AMD)

Preventing Vision Loss from Glaucoma – (Part Two)

The most important thing to understand when dealing with glaucoma is that it CAN be treated. For now, I’ll use an analogy to explain glaucoma