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Are Reading Glasses Bad for Your Eyes?

Key Takeaways Reading glasses do not weaken your eyes or eye muscles. Vision changes with age come from a natural shift in your eye's lens, not from wearing glasses. Over-the-counter readers use the same power in both lenses and may not fit your individual needs. A prescription from an optometrist accounts for each eye separately,…

Are Styes Contagious?

Key Takeaways A stye is a blocked oil gland along the eyelid, not a contagious infection. Styes don't spread through casual contact, but sharing towels or makeup can transfer bacteria. Warm compresses applied several times a day are the go-to home treatment. Never squeeze a stye. Let it drain on its own. See an eye…

5 Reasons to Buy Eyeglasses from Your Optometrist

Key Takeaways Your prescription transfers directly from exam to lab, reducing the risk of manual entry errors. In-person measurements account for how frames actually sit on your face. Lens materials and coatings are matched to your prescription and daily routine. Adjustments and repairs stay close by with a team that already knows your history. Families…

What Causes Myopia?

Key Takeaways Myopia means close objects look clear, but distant ones appear blurry. Genetics and lifestyle factors both play a role in its development. Myopia most often starts in childhood and may progress through the teen years. More time outdoors can support eye health. Regular eye exams help catch changes early. If your child was…

Does Vision Get Worse if You Don’t Wear Glasses?

Plenty of patients ask if not wearing their glasses will make their eyesight worse over time. It's a fair question, since the blur seems to hit harder the moment the glasses come off. Not wearing your glasses won't damage your eyes, though it can leave you straining, squinting, and worn out by the end of…

Can Myopia Be Reversed?

Key Takeaways Myopia affects the shape of the eye, and those physical changes are permanent. Blurry distance vision can be corrected with glasses, contacts, or surgery. Myopia management can help slow how fast myopia progresses, especially in kids. Stronger myopia raises the risk of certain eye health concerns later in life. Regular eye exams help…

Do Contact Lenses Expire?

Fresh contact lenses can provide crisp, comfortable vision, but sometimes a box gets pushed to the back of a cabinet and forgotten for months. The lenses look clean. The pack is sealed. It's tempting to just put them in and move on with your day. Yes, contact lenses expire, and wearing them past that date…

Does Dry Eye Cause Blurry Vision?

Key Takeaways Dry eye can directly cause blurry vision when your tear film breaks down. Blurriness from dry eye tends to come and go, often getting worse throughout the day. Common contributors to dry eye include screen time, dry climates, and blocked oil glands in the eyelids. At-home remedies can offer short-term comfort, but consistent…

What Is a Comprehensive Eye Exam?

Key Takeaways A vision screening and a comprehensive eye exam are not the same thing. Comprehensive exams do more than check how clearly you see; they also look at the general health of your eyes. Dilation is common, but not always required, thanks to modern imaging options. How often you need an exam depends on…

Protecting Your Eyes During the Colder Months

Winter brings with it much change and exciting holidays. However, it can also bring conditions that are not great for your eyes. Protecting your eyes from the even drier winter air is imperative to long term eye health. At Eye On Health, serving Phoenix, AZ, and the surrounding areas, we can help you better understand…

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