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Written by East Main Vision Clinic team members especially for you, our valued patients!

Signs You Need New Glasses

February 18, 2022

If you have had your current glasses for several years, it may be time to update. Have you been experiencing eye fatigue or frequent headaches? You might think that you can see using your current glasses, but your vision may have changed. 

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Vuity

February 17, 2022

No one likes to think about needing help to read, or answer a text, and always looking for your reading glasses! We now are offering in the clinic, Vuity from Allergan. The drop has been in development for many years but is now widely available to the public.

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Signs & Symptoms of Age-Related Macular Degeneration

February 16, 2022

Age-related macular degeneration occurs due to a deterioration of the macula, a small section in the center of the retina at the back of the eye, and results in a loss of central vision.  

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Signs, Symptoms & Causes of Blurry Vision

January 31, 2022

It’s not uncommon to find that things look blurred from time to time. This is especially true first thing in the morning when you initially wake up and your eyes take time to adjust to being open or to moving from a dark environment into a brightly lit one. However, if you suffer from vision that is persistently blurred, you’ll probably find that you need professional intervention. That’s because there are many different causes of blurred vision, and how to improve your eyesight will depend on the reason for your vision problems.

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2022 Eyewear Trends

January 21, 2022

Eyeglasses are a quite popular accessory for any fashion-forward individual. You can wear them as prescription glasses, to block blue light, or simply as a fashion statement. Whatever your reason, a new pair of trendy, head-turning frames can give a fresh look as you continue into the New Year.

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Eye Care

5 New Year Resolutions to Help With Healthy Eyes

January 18, 2022

The New Year is an ideal time to commit yourself to address all your optical needs. As you make your New Year’s resolutions, remember that optimal eye care plays an integral part in improving your overall health. So, whatever else you are looking forward to achieving in the New Year, here are five more additions to consider adding to your schedule!

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Children’s Eye Exams

December 8, 2021

As a parent you do everything for your children to help their future, decisions that you make today can have a significant impact on them. Apart from ensuring that your child is safe and well-fed, you should think about individual aspects of their health. Taking care of children’s health includes eye health.

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Eye Safety

Eye Safety and Why It’s Important

November 9, 2021

Eyes are an integral part of almost everything we do. Since you have only one pair of eyes, they deserve all the protection and care you can give them. You need to know the steps you can take to protect your eyes, which are extremely important to your well-being and happiness. 

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Diabetic Eye Disease

Diabetic Eye Exams

October 28, 2021

Patients with diabetes have an increased risk of developing diabetic retinopathy. Diabetic retinopathy is an eye condition affecting the sensitive vessels in the retina. Damage to this light-sensitive tissue in the back of the eye can result in permanent blindness, so it is important to get a comprehensive diabetic and dilated eye exam at least once a year. This, combined with good blood sugar management, is the most effective way to prevent diabetes-related eye problems.

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Contact Lens Exam

What to Expect at a Contact Lens Exam

October 26, 2021

Are you thinking about getting contact lenses? If so, you need to know the difference between a regular eye exam and a contact lens exam. Whether you need a new contact lens prescription or would like to try contact lenses for the first time, you need to have a contact lens exam or be fit back into contacts (refit). 

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