The American Academy of Ophthalmology recognizes April as Sports Eye Safety Month to raise awareness of the prevalence of eye injuries in sports. Every year, approximately 100,000 people sustain sports-related eye injuries, such as blunt trauma, penetrating injuries, corneal abrasions and detached retinas. Complications from those injuries can range in severity, with approximately 13,500 injuries […]
Picking out a new pair of eyeglasses is an important decision. According to the experts at Access Eye, there are many factors to consider in order to find frames that flatter your appearance. To ensure your glasses look good, you should take into account your natural facial structure and face shape. Round If you have a round […]
The uncertainty of the COVID-19 pandemic has caused some people to delay or avoid receiving medical care. Even during these tumultuous times, the team at Access Eye urges you not to skip your eye doctor appointments. We know that eye care may not be the first thing on your mind, or you may have some […]
Dry eye disease occurs when the eyes do not produce enough tears, or the tears they produce don’t keep the ocular surface sufficiently moist. If you have dry eye, you probably experience uncomfortable symptoms such as itching, burning or stinging, a gritty sensation or sensitivity to light. Neglecting dry eye disease means these symptoms will persist […]
A comprehensive eye exam is a valuable opportunity to understand and manage your ocular health. Spending a few minutes gathering your thoughts and preparing a list of questions for the doctor can help you get the most out of your eye exam. Read on as Access Eye suggests what to ask your ophthalmologist or optometrist at your […]
Approximately 45 million Americans wear contact lenses, yet misinformation abounds about these popular corrective aids. Read on as the experienced team at Access Eye dispels some of the most common myths about contacts, giving you the accurate information you need to make decisions about your vision correction. Contacts can get stuck behind the eye. If […]
Astigmatism is one of the most frequently misunderstood conditions we see at Access Eye. It is also extremely common — most of us probably have some degree of astigmatism. Astigmatism means that the cornea, or the clear covering of the eye, is irregularly curved. A healthy cornea has an even, round curvature similar to the […]
Your eyes provide important clues about your general health. If you notice that the white part of the eye, called the sclera, have taken on a yellowish tinge, there is reason to believe something serious may be happening to your body that requires medical attention. Read on to learn more about the potential causes of […]
Watching what you eat is a simple and effective way to protect your eyesight and promote ocular health. Certain nutrients are believed to prevent, minimize or delay the onset of sight-stealing eye diseases. Read on as Access Eye shares a list of eye-friendly foods to incorporate into your diet. The Best Foods for Eye Health […]
If you play sports professionally or recreationally, you know how important great vision is. The ability to see a fastball flying at you or to shift your focus from a golf ball to the target and back is absolutely crucial to your game. Read on as the team at Access Eye breaks down some of […]
In many cases, dry eye disease can be properly managed with the use of anti-inflammatory medications, artificial tears and antibiotics. But the experts at Access Eye have treated patients who do not respond to these treatments and achieve the relief they deserve. Sometimes, it is because dry eye disease is caused or worsened by an underlying systemic […]
The Access Eye team cares deeply about the health and safety of our patients, particularly during these trying times. We feel a duty to educate our patients as to how they can avoid getting or spreading COVID-19. As eyecare providers, we are especially concerned about our patients who wear contact lenses. According to the experts […]
At Access Eye, we are often asked why dilation is necessary during an eye exam. Dilating your eyes is essential to getting a clear view of your eye’s internal structures. This allows us to check for signs of diseases that threaten your vision. If our doctors were to examine your eyes without dilating them, it would […]
If you are currently pregnant or planning to become pregnant in the future, it is helpful to understand the effects pregnancy can have on your eyes and vision. Many expectant mothers do not consider how pregnancy can change their eyes, which can result in confusion and unnecessary stress. Take a moment to learn from the […]
Access Eye would like to wish all of our readers and patients a very happy, healthy new year! January is a great time to hit the “reset” button on some of our personal habits and commit to new habits that promote health and wellness. If you are the type of person that loves to set […]
What are Eye Floaters? Floaters are cobweb or cloudy-like shadows drifting in and out of the visual field. Everyone experiences floaters on occasion but for some people, they are a frequent and unwelcome occurrence. It is not clear why some people are more affected than others. But it is clear that the effect floaters have […]
Everyone has experienced the occasional eyelid twitch triggered by stress or the caffeine in a big cup of coffee. But sometimes, the twitching (referred to by doctors as “myokymia”) can persist for weeks or even months. If you’re experiencing ongoing eyelid twitching, you are probably wondering about the cause and whether it indicates something serious […]
Millions of people wear Contact Lenses. But not everyone who wears contacts follows safety protocol as diligently as they should. Wearing contact lenses affords users many benefits. But anyone who wears their contacts at improper times puts their eyes at risk for a host of problems, ranging from minor irritations to vision loss. If you wear […]
Some people with chronic dry eye notice that their symptoms become worse at night. There could be a variety of reasons for this, including fatigue from using your eyes all day, changes in your metabolism at night, and certain medical conditions. In this post, the team at Access Eye discusses how to keep your dry eye symptoms […]
Some eye diseases may be at least partially attributed to genetic factors. Other factors—including lifestyle choices — may also play a role, but you may have a higher risk of glaucoma or macular degeneration if your family members have had these diseases. In this post, the team at Access Eye explains how certain eye diseases […]
