Enjoying sports and outdoor activities should be a safe and enjoyable experience. Yet, according to the American Academy of Ophthalmology, sports and recreational activities account for more than 40,000 eye injuries yearly. Many lead to more permanent damage, like blindness. However, many are preventable. That is why better education can help reduce the risk of eye injuries.
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Eyewear has come a long way from purely functional to becoming a fashionable accessory that reflects personal style and enhances performance in various activities. Let’s take some time to explore specialty eyewear, from sports to fashion and everything in between.
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Dr. Teles at Looking Glass Optical often gets this question – Why is it good to have glasses in addition to contacts? Both glasses and contacts can support your eye health throughout your lifestyle and vision needs. Read on for more reasons why you should think about having both glasses and contacts.
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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.
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If your child needs vision correction, it can be challenging to know what type of glasses are best. Thousands of options are available when it comes to eyewear for children, all with different materials and features. Whether this is your child’s first experience with eyewear or their fifth, keeping a few tips in mind can help.
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Is it time for you to get new glasses? Whether your prescription needs to change or you want to update your look, selecting the right frames is crucial. Looking at your overall face shape will help you find a pair of glasses that complements your bone structure and emphasizes your best qualities. If choosing the right frames for your face matters to you, these guidelines will help you shop more effectively.
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There’s never a “good time” for an eye care emergency to arise. But when you’re booking travel, it can be especially nerve-wracking if you wear glasses or contacts. Whether you’re going away for a cruise or heading off for an important business trip, it is important to prepare your eye care. With that in mind, we’ve prepared a quick guide to prepping and packing for vision care on a trip.
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It’s the eternal summertime struggle of every glasses wearer. Should you get prescription sunglasses or make do with contact lenses and fashion sunglasses? There’s no one right answer for everyone, but understanding your own vision needs will make the decision easier.
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Nowadays, eyeglasses have become fashion statements. Just like the clothes you choose, your glasses reflect your fashion preferences and personality. With the holidays right around the corner, you might take a different approach when thinking of gifts for your loved ones. Here’s a roundup of the most common eyeglass frames and some cool gift ideas for those who wear them.
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Did you know that people used to dread wearing prescription eyeglasses and opted for contact lenses instead? A century later, eyeglasses are now considered a fashion accessory. Even people who don’t need eyeglasses are wearing them to complete their outfits for the day. Thankfully, the 20th century presents various eyeglass styles but still, it pays to look back on the eyeglass frames that paved the way for modern designs.
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