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Refractive error occurs when the light that enters the eye does not properly focus on the retina.  When this occurs, objects appear blurry and out of focus. Glasses, contact lenses, and refractive surgery are all designed to alter the way light focuses on the retina in order to eliminate blurry vision.  Refractive error is very […]

Daily disposable lenses are a convenient corrective option that carry health benefits and are extremely convenient.  Many eye care professionals and patients find these lenses to be a first choice for visual correction because of the wide variety of benefits they offer.  Whether you are a long-time contact lens wearer, or interested in trying contact […]

Recently, we talked about how vision therapy can help children overcome difficulties in school to become more successful and efficient visual learners.  Just like a child’s ability to learn in the classroom relies on more than the ability to see a perfect 20/20, an athlete’s performance in their chosen sport depends on many more visual […]

Dry Eye Disease is a chronic condition that can require many different management approaches in order to find a successful treatment.  Most of the time, the first treatment option for this condition is frequently using lubricating artificial tears. Unfortunately, this is not always enough to improve symptoms.  Do you have a difficult case of Dry […]

Do visually demanding activities leave you with an uncomfortable headache?  If so, you are not alone. Occasionally, certain eye conditions can cause eye strain and result in headaches, which can last from a few minutes to hours at a time.  Most cases of vision-related headaches are simple problems that can be fixed with glasses, contacts, […]

Refractive surgery refers to a group of procedures that can be performed in order to correct for refractive error.  That means these surgical options can eliminate the need for visual correction such as glasses or contact lenses. While LASIK is the most common method of refractive surgery, several other options exist.  If you have considered […]

Soft disposable contact lenses may be one of the most popular options available for visual correction, but many options beyond theses lenses exist.  Traditional contact lens options, such as rigid gas permeable lenses, and newer lens technologies, like scleral lenses or hybrid lenses, have provided many people with improved vision and comfort.  These specialty contact […]

At Premier Eye Physicians, we believe an efficient visual system is crucial in allowing a child to reach their full academic potential.  A few weeks ago, we discussed how vision therapy can help children whose visual dysfunction may be affecting their performance in the classroom.  Today we further explore how vision therapy can be a […]

For many children who are nearsighted, the annual visit to the eye doctor means a stronger prescription.  Myopia tends to progress rapidly in adolescence, and many parents wonder if there is a cure, or a way to prevent their children’s eyesight from worsening.  This is where myopia control comes into play. Recent studies have shown […]