Contact lenses are often better to use depending on the situation. You might prefer using them on weekends, on certain occasions, or if you just want an alternative to wearing eyeglasses. If you’re interested in getting contacts, then you might be wondering what you need to expect when you make the appointment. While a typical contact […]
Simple and Effective Tips for Taking Care of Your Eyeglasses
Your eyeglasses are not just a vision correction tool. They also serve as a great fashion accessory. Most patients spend a lot of time searching for glasses with the right frame shape, pattern and design. They should also expend the same amount of effort in keeping their new glasses in good shape. In this blog […]
All About Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month
August is Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month. One out of 20 children from ages three to five have a vision problem that can result in permanent vision loss if it is left untreated. August is dedicated to preventing vision loss and eye injuries by spreading awareness about the special visual needs of children. In […]
How Headaches Can Affect Your Vision
It’s one thing to experience the occasional headache; it’s another thing when your headaches start affecting your vision or vice versa. To give you a better idea of how these conditions occur, your trusted optometrist at Eyes on Norbeck shares more information below.
Tips on Relieving Eye Allergies
Eye allergies are quite uncomfortable to experience. Oftentimes they result in various symptoms like eye redness, burning, itching and clear, watery discharge. These may also appear alongside other allergic symptoms such as a stuffy nose, sniffling and sneezing.
A Brief Overview of Coats Disease
Like most parents, you are probably documenting your little ones’ childhood by taking lots of photos. But have you noticed a golden glow in one of their eyes? This may not be a trick of the camera’s flash, it can be a warning sign of Coats disease, a rare eye disorder that is diagnosed in […]
3 Things to Look For When Choosing a Vision Insurance Plan
To enjoy a lifetime of clear and healthy eyesight, you should consider subscribing to a vision insurance or benefits plan. Having one allows access to the more cost-effective routine eye care, making it especially handy for those who wear prescription eyeglasses or contact lenses. But how do you choose the vision insurance plan that best […]
Pros and Cons of Ortho-K for Myopia Control
Convenience and safety are some of the primary benefits of orthokeratology. But before opting for this type of treatment, you should study its pros and cons and ultimately consult with your eye doctor. In this article, Eyes on Norbeck, a trusted expert in computer vision exam, discusses a few valuable tips regarding ortho-k.
Eyelid Hygiene: How to Keep Your Lids Clean and Healthy
People may not always be conscious about eyelid hygiene, but this is something that eye care professionals would like to promote further. Obviously, the lids play an important role in protecting the ocular surface and ensuring a healthy tear film. Keeping them clean is critical in dry eye treatment as well as preventing blepharitis.
Possible Reasons Your Kids’ Eyes Are in Pain
Your children’s vision plays an important role in their growth and development. It is during their early years of life that a connection between the eyes and the brain are being built. For this reason, whenever your kids’ eyes hurt, it is necessary to know and treat the underlying cause as early as possible.
