The Museum of Vision houses a number of exhibits that demonstrate the many changes in eyeglasses since the first pair were documented in Italy sometime between 1268 and 1289. Used mostly by scholars and monks, the earliest glasses weren’t worn, but either held or...
You’ve probably felt it before after a long day looking at your computer or spending too much time on Facebook – digital eye strain. However, did you know that your kids could be dealing with digital eye strain too? Kids are using tablets, smartphones, computers, and...
Although a majority of people wear sunglasses as a fashion statement, the right ones are a sure defense against UV (Ultraviolet) rays, which has been linked to eye damage that causes temporary vision loss. However, before choosing your desired glasses, it’s...
Unfortunately, something as simple as rubbing your eyes can be harmful. Just about all of us rub our eyes when we wake up in the morning; we might also rub them after we’ve been reading a book or newspaper, or following an extended period of time at the computer....
Lens coatings help protect your vision by offering different benefits, and can also prolong the life of your eyewear. Let’s review different lens coatings, so you can make the right choices for your next pair of glasses. Anti-reflective Coatings Anti-reflective...
Contact lenses can provide you with greater freedom than eyeglasses as you go about your day. However, they do require more maintenance than glasses, which only require a soft cloth to clean. Contacts must be handled with care, cleaned in a proper solution, and there...
