Blog about eyes and vision
Most patients will be seeing better the next morning. The vision continues to improve over the first several weeks after surgery. The results of cataract surgery are designed to last for a lifetime. The lens implants and their optical performance are manufactured to far outlast our lifetime. How long is cataract surgery effective? How long …
If one of the grandparents has blue eyes, the odds of having a baby with blue eyes increases slightly. If one parent has brown eyes and the other has blue eyes, the chances of having a brown-eyed or blue-eyed baby are roughly even. Can blue eyes come from grandparents? Some seemingly impossible genetics can and …
When you have on a pair of big sunglasses which protects not only your eyes, but half your face from the sun, you also hide any facial asymmetry. Science has linked facial symmetry with how attractive we perceive someone to be. … Sunglasses cover these up, making us appear more symmetrical, and more attractive. Does …
Does looking at screens increase myopia? When our eyes spend more time focusing on near objects, like phones, screens or even paperbacks, it makes our eyeballs elongate, which prevents the eye from bending light the way it should. This elongation increases nearsightedness, called myopia, which causes distant objects to appear blurred. Do phones increase myopia? …
Most extended wear contact lenses are made out of silicone hydrogel – a material that combines the water-absorbing plastic of soft lenses with silicone. Adding silicone to the hydrogel plastic creates a lens that stays moist and allows more oxygen to transmit through the contact lens into the eye. Which material is best for contact …
The nice thing about this method is that the heat opens up your oil glands and the moisture adds to the water layer of your tear film. steam is excellent for your skin and it is like getting a mini-facial twice a day. Is steaming your face bad for your eyes? Steam can cause swelling …
Generally, your eye doctor will use a keratometer to measure the curve of your cornea, which is the front surface of the eyes – where contacts rest. These numbers help to determine the lens diameter and base curve that appear on your contact lenses prescription. How are base curve contacts measured? Simple Rule for estimating …
Yes. There are now specifically trained optometrists in the field of Myopia Management that can provide effective treatments. Research has shown that certain lifestyle habits can influence myopia progression. How does an optometrist correct for myopia? People with mild myopia may be able to temporarily obtain clear vision for most of their daily activities. Laser …
To enhance blue eyes, wear neutral colors like blue, black, white, and brown. Accent your blue irises with variations of orange, blue-green, or blue-purple to make them pop. But, make sure to use these accents sparingly and as small splurges of color relatively close to your eyes. What color makes blue eyes look the best? …