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Can Stress Cause Styes?

A person experiences stress at work, and copes by covering their eyes with their hands.

Most of us have experienced stress at some point. It may have been during a high-pressure day at work, a tight deadline, or just the busyness of life.  During these stressful moments, the last thing anyone wants to add to their plate is a noticeable, red, and sometimes painful bump on their eyelid: a stye.  […]

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Is Blepharitis Contagious?

An optometrist talking to a patient after an eye exam while holding up a bottle of eye drops for blepharitis.

Blepharitis is much more common than most people think. However, this eye condition is also often misunderstood. It’s an inflammation of the eyelids that leaves your eyes feeling irritated and uncomfortable, and it has plenty of common causes. While it’s not a medical emergency, blepharitis can be extremely frustrating. However, there is good news. Blepharitis […]

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How Does MiSight Work

A child stares curiously a MiSight contact lense gently placed on her finger

Myopia is a prevalent eye condition that can be detected during a comprehensive eye exam. If your child is diagnosed with myopia, your optometrist may recommend treatment options to help slow its progression and protect their long-term vision. Among the various myopia management strategies available, MiSight contact lenses are a widely recommended choice. MiSight contact […]

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Can Eyelash Extensions Cause Blepharitis?

A close up of a woman's beautiful brown eyes and healthy, long eyelashes.

Eyelash extensions have become a staple in the beauty regime of many, offering the allure of long, voluminous lashes without the requirement of mascara. However, as with many cosmetic enhancements, eyelash extensions come with their own set of potential risks. One such concern is blepharitis, a common yet uncomfortable eye condition.  Eyelash extensions can potentially […]

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Are Contact Lens Prescriptions The Same As Glasses?

A beautiful woman holds a pair of eyeglasses in one hand and a contact lens case in the other.

Contact lenses and eyeglasses serve as the primary and preferred method for vision correction for most people.  They both correct refractive errors by changing the way light enters the eye, allowing light to focus directly on the retina. While the mechanism is the same, glasses and contacts have different prescriptions. These values aren’t interchangeable.  The […]

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