Blue Light and Macular Degeneration
Every day we are exposed to increasing amounts of Blue Light. Outdoor exposure to blue light comes from the sun;, while Indoor exposure, comes from artificial sources of blue light, such as computers, tablets, cell phones, televisions, and modern energy efficient light bulbs. Over time, blue light can impair our daily visual performance, disrupt our…
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Best Contacts For Dry Eyes
Optic Topic by Steven A. Queenan at Regional Eye Optical – Week of August 20, 2017 Chronic dry eye can be so severe that many find it difficult to wear their contacts. However, new advancements in lens technology have led to the development of lenses that help address this problem. To begin with, soft contacts…
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Ocular Allergies Overview
Learn More About Eye Allergies and Their Causes If your eyes are itching, tearing, burning, or red you may have eye allergies, or what doctors call allergic conjunctivitis. Allergies develop when the body’s immune system becomes sensitized to something such as pollen, dust, pet dander, or mold. These are called allergens, and there are many…
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How to Safely Watch the 2017 Great American Eclipse
Looking directly at the sun during most parts of an eclipse can permanently damage your vision or blind you. But there are easy ways to view a solar eclipse safely. On Aug. 21, 2017, the entire United States will see a partial eclipse of the sun. Parts of 11 states will experience a total solar…
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Children’s Eye Exams
Optic Topic by Steven A. Queenan at Regional Eye Optical – Week of August 6, 2017 As we prepare our children for the upcoming school year, we take them shopping for clothes and school supplies among other things. Let’s not forget one often overlooked item, an eye exam. Proper vision is an essential tool for…
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