Toys can make a child happy, but they can also damage their vision. In a recent study, about 250,000 cases of eye injuries in children are reported yearly, some caused by seemingly harmless toys. To avoid impairing vision, Eyes On Norbeck, an eyeglasses specialist in the area, lists four types of toys to avoid when […]
Common LASIK Surgery Myths and the Truth Behind Them
LASIK has proven to be one of the best treatment options for people with refractive errors. Even so, a lot of misleading information about the surgery has made the rounds, preventing people from visiting their optometrist and learning if they are candidates for the procedure or not. This article takes a look at the common […]
Looking at Various Eyesight Problems Related to Aging
Everything changes in the human body as it ages, including eyesight. Advancing through the years means that difficulty seeing colors or adjusting to small texts or objects is becoming more likely. While many of the elderly are able to live their lives despite such changes, it is worth noting that sharpness of vision begins to […]
Computer Vision Syndrome : Ways to Improve Your Visual Efficiency
Computer Vision Syndrome Digital Eye Strain Solutions It’s 2018. The use of computers and digital devices is now the norm. We can’t escape it no matter what. From the moment we wake up to check our e-mails to Facebook during lunch to YouTube before bed. Heck, it is our alarm clocks now! We are digitally […]
Eye and Eczema: Eyezema
Eye and Eczema: Eyezema If you have eczema, you know how frustrating and irritating it is when it flares up. Parts of your body becomes itchy, red, dry, and feels “hot”. In fact, “eczema” is derived from a Greek word meaning “to boil over”. What you may not realize, is that your eczema can affect […]
Taking Care of Your Contact Lenses and Your Eyes
Understanding contact lens care is essential in extending the life of the corrective vision device that your optometrist prescribed you. Lack of it can lead to infections and conditions that may cause discomfort or interfere with your eyesight. This article shares some tips to keep in mind when taking care of your contacts and your […]
Raising Awareness on Eye Injury Prevention This October
Your eyes are delicate organs that must not be taken for granted. Apart from visiting your eye doctor for a computer vision exam or eating healthy foods to enrich your eyesight, it is important that you protect them from injuries. Fortunately, October is the time to do just that. This month, in fact, is Eye […]
Cataracts: Causes and Effects on Vision and Treatment Options
The World Health Organization found that more than 50% of reported vision loss cases are caused by cataracts. Millions of Americans suffer from this disease. At Eyes on Norbeck, we believe that understanding this condition is an effective way to prevent it. Let your expert optometrist explain what you need to know about cataracts:
4 Kinds of Refractive Errors and How to Deal With Them
Structural changes and irregularities with your eyes’ shape can cause refractive errors. There are four general types of errors, which are detected by an optometrist through a comprehensive eye exam. Eyes on Norbeck discusses them in detail:
What You Can Expect Before, During and After LASIK
LASIK, or laser-assisted in site keratomileusis, reshapes the cornea to help treat various eye problems. This is a pain-free process meant to improve vision and is a good alternative for patients who don’t want to use contact lenses or eyeglasses. Our optometrist can provide reliable and professional LASIK evaluations so you can see if you […]
