LOOKING GLASS OPTICAL BLOG

At Looking Glass Optical, we just as dedicated to vision health as we are to educating our customers about their eyes. That is why we have a monthly blog about all sorts of topics. If you don’t want to miss out on the latest blogs, sign up for our monthly newsletter and follow us on Facebook. We truly believe knowledge is power. That is why comprehensive eye exams are so important. The more you know about your eye health, the better.

As a commitment to eye education and health, we also support Promise in Sight. It is a non-profit organization committed to preventing blindness and help preserve vision for those who don’t have access to great eye healthcare. You can learn about this and other great topics below. If there is a topic you don’t see, give us a call! We are always eager to help our patients with any questions you may have.

How Your Eyes Work

On November 10, 2016   /   Eye Care, Facts About Your Sight  
How Does Your Eye Work?

Have you ever wondered how does your eye work? Simply put, light reflects off an object and enters the eye and travels instantly through the sections of the eye and is read by the brain. We have broken it down piece by piece to make it easier to understand.

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5 Ways You Can Prevent Cataracts

On October 13, 2016   /   Eye Care, Facts About Your Sight  
5 Ways You Can Prevent Cataracts

5 Ways You Can Prevent Cataracts Cataracts are the number one cause of blindness throughout the world. Most common in older people, in fact, by age 80 more than half of all Americans have cataracts or have had surgery to remove cataracts. Cataracts form when protein builds

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Lazy Eye Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

On September 29, 2016   /   Lazy Eye  
Illustration of Lazy Eye syndrome treatable at Looking Glass Optical

Lazy Eye Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Looking Glass Optical understands that as parents, we want the very best for our children. We are concerned about their health and development and want to provide the very best care possible. Amblyopia or Lazy Eye is a neurological condition that develops due

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How do EnChroma Glasses work?

On July 20, 2016   /   Facts About Your Sight  
EnChroma Glasses Color Blind Test

How do EnChroma Glasses work? People who are color blind may go through their lives not quite understanding the perception of color. While they may be able to distinguish an array of shades, they will not be able to see specific colors. EnChroma Glasses are a union of color vision

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Patented GUNNAR Technology

On May 25, 2016   /   Eye Care  
Digitial Eye Strain - Patented GUNNAR Technology

Patented GUNNAR Technology Are you experiencing Digital Eye Strain? The world is interconnected through a digital network in which the majority of humans are now spending most of their day in front of a monitor or gazing at the screens on their hand-held device. Peering into this

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5 Reasons You Should Have Prescription Sunglasses

On April 28, 2016   /   Eye Care  
Prescription Sunglasses Protect Your Eyes

5 Reasons You Should Have Prescription Sunglasses If you have worn glasses for years, you may understand the frustration of squinting in the sun or experiencing difficulty when exercising or participating in sports during a bright day. It is possible that you have been considering prescription sunglasses

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Remedies for Allergy Eyes

On March 30, 2016   /   Eye Care  
Remedies for Allergy Eyes

Remedies for Allergy Eyes Every year as the seasons change, when Spring arrives and plants and trees begin to awaken from their winter slumber. With this comes high levels of pollen, mold, dust or other irritants. The same hold true as the leaves fall in Autumn. It

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