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Are you managing your eye allergies?

Are You Managing Your Eye Allergies
What are eye allergies? Eye allergies occur when your eyes react to an irritant in the environment. These irritants, also called allergens, can include dust, pollen, smoke, fragrances, and pet dander, which can come from a variety of sources. When exposed to an allergen, your eyes produce a substance called histamine to fight it off,…
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Your Guide to Choosing the Perfect Eyewear

Your Guide to Eyewear
Let’s face it; with our busy lives, multiple hobbies, and everything in between, having multiple pairs of eyewear handy is a necessity. Have you ever gone to pick out new eyeglasses but were too overwhelmed by all of your options, though? Listed below are a few things to keep in mind when choosing eyewear that's…
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Non-Glare Lenses: A Necessity 

Non Glare Lenses Are a Necessity
Non-Glare Lenses: A Necessity  If you wear glasses, you might notice the difference between lenses that have an anti-reflective coating from those that don’t. Anti-reflective coating, or non-glare lenses not only improve your vision but help reduce eye strain and makes your eyeglasses look more attractive. What exactly are non-glare lenses? Anti-reflective, or non-glare glasses…
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Contact Lenses for Hard-to-Fit Eyes

Contact Lenses for Hard to Fit Eyes
If you have astigmatism, dry eyes, or keratoconus, you may have a harder time finding contact lenses work for you. Specialty contact lenses may be the answer. Specialty contact lenses for keratoconus This condition occurs when your cornea thins and forms into a cone-like shape, causing your vision to become distorted and your eyes more…
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