Despite the fact lazy eye (also known as amblyopia) affects 2 out of every 100 children, there are still a lot of misconceptions about the condition. Eyes on Norbeck, your local optometrist, explains how this condition develops and debunks some of these myths below:
Is It Safe for Kids to Wear Contacts?
Vision problems can adversely impact your child’s learning and development. That’s because vision skills— like focusing the eyes and using information gathered from sight—don’t come naturally to children. They need to be learned through visual stimulation. To correct vision problems, optometrists would usually recommend prescription eyeglasses. But what about contact lenses? Are they suitable for children? […]
Glaucoma Awareness Month: Answers to 3 Common Questions
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January is considered as Glaucoma Awareness Month and the eye care professionals at Eyes On Norbeck understand that people need to know about this serious condition so they are more equipped at finding the right treatment and solutions for this problem. In this article, a leading optometrist shares some of your most commonly asked questions about the […]
Ophthalmologist vs. Optometrist: What’s the Difference?
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Most times, patients are not entirely certain whether they need to consult with an ophthalmologist or an optometrist for their eye issues. It is important to know the key differences between the two eye care professionals and learn about the services that they usually offer to find the right treatment and solutions for the vision problems you […]
How Can Astigmatism Be Corrected?
Astigmatism is a common vision condition that can affect people of all ages. It generally refers to the unequal curvatures in the shape of the cornea or lens. It means that there is a problem in the way your eye bends light, a process called refraction, that passes through the retina, the part of the […]
4 Persistent Myths About Vision and Eye Health
Good eyesight is an incredibly vital element in the human body. You perceive virtually every impression in the environment through your eyes. It also helps you anticipate and escape from danger especially if other senses such as smell and hearing are impaired. However, it is possible that you may have heard all sorts of things […]
Are Eye Freckles a Cause for Concern?
Eye freckles are usually harmless, but they should be monitored by your optometrist to reduce the risk of possible complications. There are two types of eye freckles: One type is called nevi, which are similar to the moles found on your skin, and the other is iris freckles, which, as the name suggests, are found in the […]
4 Eye Procedures That May Keep You From Air Travel
Recovery times for eye surgeries depending on how invasive the procedure was as well as the condition itself. After undergoing an operation of any kind, it’s important to talk to your optometrist about any restrictions on certain activities. That said, it would be a good idea to have an idea of which procedures might keep you from […]
