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Exploring Optometry Equipment

Hello, I'm Patrick Jouls. When I went to take my driver's test, I was notified that my vision did not meet the requirements. Although I didn't feel like I had problems seeing, I made an appointment with the optometrist anyway. The eye exam revealed that I definitely needed corrective lenses, especially if I ever wanted to drive on public roadways. I spent a lot of time talking with the eye doctor about the equipment used to measure vision. The equipment is all specially designed to measure different aspects of eye health and vision strength to create a complete picture of the patient's sight abilities. I want to explore optometrist tools and practices in detail on this site. I hope that you will tag along to learn more about the equipment used to measure visual abilities. Thanks for coming to my website.

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Your Teen Hates Glasses But Has Bad Vision: Clear Days Are Ahead With Contacts

30 October 2015
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If your teen needs glasses or wears glasses and you are tired of all the problems that come along with them, it's time to consider ditching the glasses and getting contacts. There are many advantages to using contacts instead of frames, and you teen may like the idea of contacts better. Here are a few reasons you should talk with your ophthalmologist about the possibility of your teen getting a prescription for contacts instead of glasses. Read More …

Four Steps To Limit Cataract Risk

14 October 2015
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According to the National Institutes of Health, cataract surgery is one of the most common, most effective and safest surgeries in the United States. Cataracts affect more than 50 percent of people in the U.S. by the time they reach the age of 80. Signs of cataracts include blurry vision, light seeming too bright, poor night vision, double vision and colors looking duller. Glasses may help make your vision a bit better for a while, but eventually surgery may be necessary to restore your vision. Read More …

Caring For Your Eyeglasses

25 August 2015
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If you've ever wondered why you can't seem to keep your eyeglasses in good condition, then you haven't been caring for them properly. While it's true that eyeglasses are considered to be maintenance-free, there are still some things you should do to ensure they are going to last you for a long time. If you don't take good care of them, they can get scratches, bent and even have the arms come off on you. Read More …

A Short Guide To Choosing The Right Sunglasses For Eye Protection

13 July 2015
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The sunglasses you wear should be more than just a style statement. While it doesn't hurt to choose a stylish pair of sunglasses, ensuring that the glasses are designed to protect your eyes is of greater importance. Here are just some of the things you want to consider when choosing a new pair of sunglasses. Don't Be Fooled By UV Protection Myths The first thing to find out is whether or not the sunglasses offer UV protection. Read More …

Does Your Child Have Albinism? Ways An Optometrist Can Help

8 June 2015
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Albinism is the absence of or decrease in melanin, which is the protection that is necessary for pigmentation. This disease typically affects the hair, skin, and eyes. If your child has this problem, you can take steps to help make their eyes more comfortable and take good care of their vision. Eye Sensitivity Many children with albinism have eyes that are sensitive to the sun and bright lights. Pigment found in the eyes of someone without this problem absorbs light to help tolerate bright light. Read More …