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Contact Lenses and Wear Schedules

July 21st, 2008 No Comments   Posted in Eyes

Contact lenses are a great alternative to glasses and many people prefer them. However, there are so many types to choose from now and several different wear schedules that it can be difficult to choose. There are a variety of contacts that are designed to be used for a specific amount of time:

Can People with Glaucoma Wear Contact Lenses?

July 21st, 2008 No Comments   Posted in Eyes

Glaucoma is an eye condition in which one’s optic nerve is damaged and destroyed over time. Most commonly, glaucoma can be attributed to increased eye pressure as a result of drainage blockage. Other causes of glaucoma include poor blood supply to the optic nerve fibers, weak nerve structure, or a deficiency in the nerve fibers. If you have been diagnosed with glaucoma, you are likely to already be experiencing vision problems. You may have already been prescribed corrective lenses. If you are new to wearing glasses, or even if you’ve worn glasses for a lifetime, you may wonder if you’re eligible to wear contact lenses.

Know Your Frame Choices

July 21st, 2008 No Comments   Posted in Eyes

Glasses used to be ugly and boring. Not these days, now you have such a variety of frames available that you can literally choose any style to fit your face and personality. The options can be a little overwhelming, however, unless you understand just what is being offered. This article will offer an overview of the different types of frames available to you.