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.

When and How Your Nighttime Driving Ability Can Get Worse

On February 23, 2023 / Eye Strain, Facts About Your Sight

We often hear jokes about nighttime driving and people’s inability to see well at night, and although the jokes are funny, we do need to take this seriously. Nighttime driving, for those of us with less than stellar eyesight, can be stressful and dangerous to ourselves and others. Read on to learn when and how nighttime driving ability can get worse and how to solve this.

3 Types of Contact Lenses for Astigmatism – Which Contact Lenses are Best for You?

On February 9, 2023 / Contact Lenses, Eye Care, Eye Strain, Facts About Your Sight

What is an Astigmatism and how can it be treated with contact lenses, and what options are available for contact lenses for Astigmatism? Astigmatism is relatively common and treatable, caused by an imperfection in the eye’s curvature. Of course, contact lens options to correct astigmatism exists. Read on to learn more about corrective contact lens options.

5 Ways Autoimmune Diseases Can Affect Your Vision

On January 23, 2023 / Dry Eye, Eye Care, Eye Strain

Autoimmune diseases cause the body’s cells to attack each other, impacting every aspect of your health. Few autoimmune disorders specifically target the eyes. However, an autoimmune disease can affect your vision due to its systemic nature. While autoimmune diseases have no current cure, properly managing symptoms can lessen their progression and impact your health.

How to Avoid Bacteria Growing in Your Contact Cases

On January 9, 2023 / Contact Lenses, Eye Care

Eye Infections Bacteria from unclean Contact Lenses

Are your contacts soaking in microorganisms? Harmful bacteria can grow in your contact case when your lens routine lapses. You might not consider the bacteria growing in your contact case when you care for your lenses. Unfortunately, neglecting your lens case can lead to eye infections. You can reduce your risk of infection by caring for your case as rigorously as you care for your lenses.

Contact Lenses for Children — What Is the Best Age to Start?

On December 19, 2022 / Contact Lenses, Pediatric Eye Care

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), approximately 8% of all contact lens wearers in the United States are under the age of 18. Contacts for children come with numerous benefits, but are contacts the right option for children? Learn more about what contact lenses can offer young patients and when the best age to start wearing lenses is for children.

Importance of Sunglasses in Winter and the Dangers of the Winter Sun

On December 5, 2022 / Eye Care, Eye Strain, Eyeglass Styles, Facts About Your Sight, Protective Eyewear

Why Sunglasses Are Still Just as Important in Winter

Most people have heard that the sun can damage your eyes and that wearing sunglasses can help protect you from this damage. What many people don’t realize, however, is the importance of sunglasses throughout the entire year, not just in the summer. Learn more about why wearing sunglasses in winter is essential.

Know the Truth: Debunking 5 Common Digital Eye Strain Myths

On November 21, 2022 / Eye Care, Eye Strain, Facts About Your Sight

Common Digital Eye Strain Myths — Know the Truth

Whether you’re putting in hours at work or studying for school, many people spend a lot of time staring at screens. Computer screens, cell phones, and tablets have become a part of everyday life.

Many people spend hours each day with their eyes glued to a digital screen. But how can you protect your vision? With so many digital eye strain myths, it can be hard to know the truth.

The unfortunate reality is that all of this screen time can damage your eyesight and cause uncomfortable symptoms. Know the truth about digital eye strain and some common misconceptions by reading the guide below.

How Undiagnosed Vision Problems on Kids Have a Negative Impact

On November 7, 2022 / Facts About Your Sight, Pediatric Eye Care

Vision problems like nearsightedness, lazy eye, or blurred vision are all common issues in children. When these go untreated, they can have an impact on numerous aspects of your child’s life. Your kid’s undiagnosed vision problems can lead to poor performance in school, difficulty socializing, and more. Read on to find out five ways that vision problems can have a negative impact on your child’s life when left untreated.

10 Things You Can Do Right Now to Prevent Glaucoma

On October 24, 2022 / Eye Care, Facts About Your Sight, Glaucoma

You may be surprised to learn that glaucoma is not a singular condition. Instead, it refers to a group of eye conditions that affect the optic nerve and impair your vision. Glaucoma prevention should be a priority for anybody who enjoys their sight. Keep reading to learn 10 helpful tips for preventing glaucoma.

Living with Diabetes – How to Take Care of Your Vision

On October 10, 2022 / Eye Care, Facts About Your Sight

Anyone who is living with diabetes knows how important it is to manage the disease. Yet many people don’t realize the far-reaching impacts that unmanaged diabetes can have on multiple biological systems. Diabetes can even affect your eye health and cause vision loss or complications. But why does this happen, and what can you do to avoid it? Learn more about the connection between diabetes and vision, and find out easy ways you can improve your eye health and care for your vision with diabetes.

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