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Want to know what our patients have been asking us? Here are the top five frequently asked questions our Vision Source® members get at their practices! FAQ #1: “How often do I need to visit the optometrist?” For those of you who do not need glasses or contacts, we encourage you to get a...

Your glasses are a unique expression of your personality. And with a few simple makeup techniques, you'll really get the look you want. We all know that our glasses pose a unique challenge when we're applying makeup. If you're wondering how to flatter your new fames during your makeup routine, ch...

Fine works of art, delicious cheeses, and beautiful antiques all take on special qualities as they age. Old eyeglass frames may develop a charm of their own too, but wear and tear will eventually take its toll. Whether you're sporting a pair of vintage specs, or you've simply had your frames...

When nights grow longer, and our morning and evening commute is spent driving in the dark, seeing the road clearly is a much more difficult task. Driving With Visual Distraction Is Dangerous! Unfortunately, many people don’t take this fact as seriously as they should. Perhaps they’ve become s...

Your eyes need protection year-round. Wear Your Sunglasses–Even In Winter You may be surprised to hear that unprotected eyes can sustain just as much damage from the sun in the winter months as they can during the summer, and sometimes more! Did you know that snow reflects 80 percent of UV radi...

As you stare at an optical illusion you may wonder… are your eyes playing tricks on you? To fully understand how optical illusions work, it’s important to grasp that the visual system is made up of more than just our eyes. In fact, optical illusions don’t necessarily trick our eyes—they t...

The first eyeglasses are believed to have been invented between 1268 and 1289. Although there are some who would claim otherwise, glasses are widely accepted as originating in Italy. The inventor, however, is not known...

Do you ever notice your child’s eyes crossing or moving in different directions? Just as babies slowly learn to walk and talk, they must also learn how to see and correctly use their eyes to experience the world around them. Learning to focus their eyes, move them and use them together accurate...

Red, itchy, and watery eyes? Needless to say, pink eye is no fun! What Is Pink Eye? Luckily, there are some precautions you can take to avoid pink eye and the discomfort it entails. But first, what is it exactly? Pink eye–also called conjunctivitis–is irritation or inflammation of the conjunc...

Eyes For Life is partnering with 2nd Harvest this Thanksgiving. Would you join us in giving?! Simply bring in your non-perishable food donations to our office, and we will make sure it gets to those in need! The Mission of 2nd Harvest: Fighting hunger, feeding hope. Second Harvest has been leading the hunger-relief network in…