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Want to know the difference between a dilated eye exam and Optomap (Optos) retinal imaging? Watch this video blog and see! The Dilated Eye Exam: Optos Retinal Imaging – The Alternative to Dilation: Eyes For Life – Spokane, WA recommends annual eye health exams. Contact us for more information or to schedule your next eye appointment...

From the early days of purely glass lenses to the advanced materials we use now, the technology in prescription lenses is constantly improving. Today, special lens coatings improve and protect our vision in ways we could only dream of before. Anti-reflective Coating Eliminates Lens Reflections Ha...

Blepharitis is the inflammation of one’s eyelids. It usually involves the lash region and generally affects both eyes. The most common cause relates to the small oil glands on the rim of the eyelash line. When one or more of them clog, it leads to irritation, which can be uncomfortable and sometimes unsightly. It is not contagious, however. Blepharitis…

You may think getting an eye exam simply requires you to read a few lines on the eye chart, but it’s important to take advantage of each and every visit to your optometrist. For the average person, you only see your optometrist once or twice a year. In that time, we want to answer your question...

But are they better for your eyes than regular sunglasses? Think of polarized lenses as a tool for fine-tuning for your vision while wearing sunglasses. They are especially useful if you are an avid outdoorsman, an active athlete, or find yourself in high-glare situations.   Before we dig in...

Learn about the role nutrition plays in the health of your eyes.  The latest news on nutrition and cataracts comes to us from China, and in the spotlight is green tea for its protective benefits. This study looked at the tea drinking habits of 9,343 participants. Compared to non-tea-drinkers...

With technological advances on the continual rise, computer operations take center stage in most work environments. This means nearly 8 hours on the average workday! Beyond work, many of us spend personal time on our computer...

Do you ever find yourself rubbing your eyes as you wake up in the morning? How about after a long day working at your computer? When our eyes are tired or irritated, our first instinct may be to rub them for relief. Even though it seems harmless, that small sense of alleviation may come at a seri...

Cataracts are the leading cause of blindness among older adults in the United States. In fact, more than half of all Americans have cataracts by the time they are 80 years old. We understand you may have questions about cataracts, so we'd like to take this opportunity to help you understand how t...

In today’s world, if you feel your vision growing weaker you simply go to the eye doctor and get a prescription for glasses or contact lenses. It wasn’t always so easy! Glasses have come a long way since their inception some time in the 13th century. Join us on a journey through time as we ex...