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What are those floaters in your eyes?

What are those floaters in your eyes?

Most of us have seen eye floaters in the shape of cobwebs and worm-like structures moving across our field of vision. Do not panic if you see an occasional eye floater. Though eye floaters might seem a little disturbing, they are not uncommon and most are not a sign...
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The Importance of a Back to School Eye Exam

The Importance of a Back to School Eye Exam

When summer vacation winds down, it’s time to prepare for the new school year. Buying new uniforms and school supplies may be at the top of your to-do list, but there are other steps you can take to help your child get ready for school, and checking your...
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How the Sun Affects Your Eyes Now (and Later!)

How the Sun Affects Your Eyes Now (and Later!)

The brightest star in the solar system rises each day, shining its light on the Earth. One of the primary benefits of exposure to the sun is Vitamin D production, which is essential to bone health. Also, Ultraviolet (UV) radiation given off by the sun makes you sleep...
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Does Long-Term Contact Wear Have Negative Effects?

Does Long-Term Contact Wear Have Negative Effects?

Contacts have been making blurry-eyed glasses wearers happy since making their mass-market debut in the early 90′s. With both the vanity aspect as well as the convenience aspect of not having to fuss with glasses, contacts have been a lifesaver in the optical world....
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Interesting Facts About Eyes

Interesting Facts About Eyes

Though we take it for granted, the miracle of vision is one of the greatest gifts we have just by virtue of being members of the human race. Just simple things like seeing a deer in the wilderness, watching our favorite sports teams and viewing great works of art...
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History of the Eye Exam

History of the Eye Exam

What do people think of when they hear the names Hermann Snellen and Steve Jobs? Jobs is obvious, but Snellen, not as much. Yet they were both visionaries, so to speak, in their respective fields. The Netherlands is justifiably well known for beautiful tulips,...
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