How to Transition Your Summer Sunglasses to Fall Eye Care

As summer’s warm days turn into cooler fall temperatures, many people think they no longer need their sunglasses. However, protecting your eyes from harmful UV rays is just as important in the fall as it is during the sunnier...

Protecting Your Eyes from Fall Allergies

As the leaves change color and the air becomes crisp, many of us look forward to fall’s beauty. However, for millions of people, fall also brings seasonal allergies that can cause uncomfortable eye symptoms. Fall allergies, such as ragweed...

Protecting Your Vision from UV Rays and Allergens

Summer is a time for outdoor fun and sunshine, but it also brings potential risks to your eye health. Prolonged exposure to UV rays and common allergens can affect your vision and overall eye comfort. At SightMD, we want...

Adapting to Age-related Vision Changes

As we age, our bodies undergo various changes, and our eyes are no exception. Vision is a critical sense that affects nearly every aspect of our lives, yet many of us will experience some form of age-related vision change....

Understanding Astigmatism Progression

Can Astigmatism Get Worse? Astigmatism is a common vision condition that affects the curvature of the cornea or lens, leading to blurred or distorted vision. Many individuals with astigmatism wonder if their condition can worsen over time, impacting their...

Protecting Your Vision & Preventing Falls

Understanding the Relation of Eye Conditions and Increased Risk of Falls As we age, our risk of developing eye conditions such as cataracts, age-related macular degeneration (AMD), and glaucoma increases. While these conditions are known for their impact on...

Fixing Blurry Vision Naturally

How to Fix Blurry Vision Naturally Blurry vision can be a common occurrence, whether it’s due to tired eyes, refractive errors, or underlying health conditions. While glasses or contact lenses can provide immediate clarity, many people seek natural remedies...

Do Glasses Make Your Eyesight Worse?

Does Wearing Glasses make your Eyesight Worse? For many individuals, wearing glasses is a daily necessity for clear vision. However, there’s a common misconception that relying on corrective lenses can somehow weaken your eyesight over time. In this blog...

What Contact Lenses are Best for You

How to Choose the Right Contact Lenses for Your Lifestyle Contact lenses offer a convenient and comfortable alternative to glasses, providing clear vision without the hassle of frames. However, with so many types of contact lenses available, it can...

Eye Disease Screening at 40

Why It’s Important to Get an Eye Disease Screening at 40 As we age, our bodies undergo various changes, and our eyes are no exception. Vision changes can occur gradually, making it essential to monitor our eye health regularly....

Oculoplastic Surgery to Fix Tear Duct and Excessive Tearing Issues

Addressing Tear Duct and Excessive Tearing Issues with Oculoplastic Surgery Among the components of the eye, the tear ducts and their function are integral for maintaining the balance of moisture in the eye. However, issues related to tear ducts...

Health Problems an Eye Exam Can Catch

Surprising Health Problems an Eye Exam Can Catch When it comes to our health, regular check-ups are crucial for catching potential issues early. While many people associate eye exams solely with vision correction, they may not realize that these...

The Importance of Regular Eye Exams for All Ages

Why it is Important to have Regular Eye Exams for All Ages In the hustle and bustle of our daily lives, it’s easy to overlook the significance of regular eye exams. However, maintaining good eye health is crucial for...

Understanding the different options for Laser Vision Correction

Laser vision correction has revolutionized the field of ophthalmology, providing individuals with an opportunity to achieve clearer vision and reduce their dependence on glasses or contact lenses. While the term “laser vision correction” is commonly used to describe various...

Common Winter Eye Problems and Solutions

Taking care of your eyes year-round can be difficult. After all, each season brings its own challenges. Spring comes with irritating plant pollen, and summer means dry air conditioning. But winter, in particular, tends to create a perfect storm...

A Comprehensive Guide To Caring For Your Contact Lenses

In an age where people are increasingly neglecting their health, it is essential to take the necessary precautions to maintain healthy eyesight.  You can wear contact lenses instead of glasses if you want a more natural appearance and don’t...

Blinking and Eye Health

Blinking is a natural and instinctive process that we often take for granted. We blink countless times throughout the day without giving it much thought. However, did you know that blinking plays a crucial role in maintaining healthy eyes?...

Can Contact Lenses Damage Your Eyes?

Wearing contact lenses is more convenient than wearing glasses. However, if used improperly, contact lenses can increase the risk of corneal ulcers and eye infections. At SightMD, we provide vision correction treatments and laser eye surgery to protect you...

What are the Disadvantages of Using Contact Lenses?

Next to eyeglasses, contact lenses are the oldest and most frequently chosen option to improve the ability to see. For those who’d rather not wear glasses but are also not open to the idea of undergoing LASIK eye surgery,...

Designer shades: Are they really worth it?

Expensive sunglasses may look great, but are expensive, designer sunglasses worth their high price tag? While pricier shades are usually made of higher-quality materials and tend to be more durable, even inexpensive sunglasses can offer adequate sun protection.  Do...

What is the maximum length of time to wear contact lenses?

In this edition of EveryDay Insight, SightMD focuses on a topic that has not received much coverage in recent times: contact lenses. As a convenient and affordable alternative to eyeglasses for improving the ability to see better, patients who...

Should Sunglasses Cover Eyebrows?

As we enter the summer season and the weather gets warmer, sales of sunglasses will likely spike. It seems that with each passing year, there are new and different styles and sizes of sunglasses. If you plan on shopping...

Is it cheaper to get glasses or contacts?

Comparing the cost of glasses to contact lenses can be difficult as there are quite a few variables that will alter the coat of glasses, where they are purchased, whether they are a basic frame or designer frame, whether...

How To Pick The Best Sunglasses To Protect Your Eyes

Sunglasses aren’t an optional summertime accessory, they’re an essential prescription for eye health. Long-term exposure to the sun without proper protection can increase the risk of eye disease, including cataract, growths on the eye, and eye cancer. How sunlight...

How Important is Eye Protection?

This question may read as being almost too easy. You’d be surprised, however, at the number of patients who visit SightMD who do not give their eyes the necessary protection they deserve.  Why is eye protection important? The eyes...

Do you really need an eye exam every year?

This is a great question, isn’t it? That’s because, unfortunately, all too many people neglect having their eyes checked on a routine basis. The set of two eyes are part of the body, and each deserve to be checked with...

Contact Lenses vs. Eyeglasses: Which Are Best For You?

Choosing to wear eyeglasses or contact lenses for vision correction generally depends on personal preferences, which includes lifestyle, comfort, convenience and budget. One is not necessarily better than the other; each has its advantages and disadvantages in terms of...

Workplace Eye Safety Awareness Month

Each day on job sites across the U.S over 2,000 eye injuries occur and one in ten of those injuries required missed days of work to recover. Of the total amount of work-related eye injuries that occur, 10 to...

What is the Average Cost of Eyeglasses?

Who doesn’t want to save money, especially nowadays? If you happen to need eyeglasses, however, it is very important to keep your prescription current. Be informed of what your eyes truly need so that you can make a purchase...

Understanding the Causes of Eye Floaters

You may have heard of the term “eye floaters,” but may not be sure what they mean. Or, you may have seen (literally) what appear to be small dark spots or squiggly lines moving across your field of vision....

What Do You Call a Person Who Checks Eye Problems?

On their visits to their vision offices of choice, patients will hear a variety of eye care professional titles like “optician,” “ophthalmologist,” and “optometrist.” All of these words that begin with “op” can get confusing and without further ado,...

How Can I Get Healthy White Eyes?

That’s an unusual question, isn’t it? Most of the time, people wonder how they can get healthy white teeth, as there seem to be no end to toothpaste commercials that promise a great smile. You may, however, be concerned...

Important Halloween Eye Safety Tips

Halloween is a festive time that people of all ages look forward to, but it can be shockingly hazardous to your eyes. However, every year hospital emergency rooms see hundreds of eye injuries related to common costume accessories, including:...

Do eye vitamins improve vision?

While there are many causes for blurry vision including needing prescription eyeglasses, excessive digital screen use and eye infections, vitamins have been shown to help keep the eyes healthy and lower the risk of certain eye diseases. Many of these vitamins...

National Eye Exam Month: A Time To Check Your Eye Health

National Eye Exam Month is a great time to ensure your eyes are healthy and get a comprehensive eye exam. Whether you wear glasses or contact lenses, you should have regular eye exams to check for problems with your vision....

Understanding Eye Floaters

Eye floaters look like tiny specks, dots, or circles that appear in your field of vision. They can also take the form of lines or cobwebs that seem to be located directly in front of your eye. If you try...

Understanding Ocular Migraines

Ocular Migraine has been used to refer to a number of migraine subtypes that are characterized by a variety of visual disturbances including visual loss, blind spots, zig-zag lines, or seeing stars. This type of migraine may occur without...

Are allergies the cause of your swollen and itchy eyes?

You may be experiencing eye allergies if your eyes are itchy and are red, tearing or burning. Eye Allergies are a condition that affects millions of Americans and while many people will treat their nasal allergy symptoms most ignore...

What is Heterochromia?

Heterochromia occurs when the iris (coloured tissue at the front of the eye) of both your eyes are of different colours. Although mostly harmless, heterochromia can sometimes indicate an underlying medical condition. For example, one eye is brown and...

Should you be concerned if your baby’s eyes shake?

Nystagmus is a condition where the eyes shake involuntarily. It can appear in babies and children as early as 6 weeks and present as a vertical, horizontal, or even a rotary shake. If you notice your baby’s eyes shaking,...

I’m seeing jagged lines in my vision, what is it?

Have you ever seen a temporary black spot in your vision?  How about jagged white lines?  Something that looks like heat waves shimmering in your peripheral vision? If so, you may have been experiencing what is known as an...

Treating (and Preventing) Dry Eyes in Winter

It’s not unusual to notice that your eyes are drier in the winter. Dry eyes are most likely to occur in winter and spring when seasonal changes like lower indoor humidity and high winds, can lead to dry eyes...

Are Medications Causing Dry Eye?

Dry eye is a very common problem.  It affects women more than men and becomes more prevalent as people get older.  It can present in many ways but typical symptoms include: Excessive tearing is another symptom, although it seems...

Is It Safe To Use Eye Drops Regularly?

The very short answer is NO. Excessive use can actually make the redness in your eyes worse and could lead to several other more serious risks.  Here’s the slightly longer answer. There are plenty of eye “Redness Relief” products...

 Is Coffee Bad for Your Eyes?

In 2017, the National Coffee Drinking Trends report showed that 62 percent of the more than 3,000 people who participated in the online survey said they drink coffee daily. This was up from 57 percent in 2016, said the...