Myopia refers to vision where nearby objects are clear, while things in the distance get blurry. Hyperopia keeps those distant objects in focus, while nearby objects are difficult to see. […]
Myopia vs. Hyperopia: What’s the Difference?
I Can See Clearly; Why Should I Get an Eye Exam?
Comprehensive eye exams do more than just check how clearly you can see. They also allow your optometrist to watch for early signs of eye disease. Early detection and treatment are vital for detecting potential issues before they become serious. […]
How to Prevent Dry Eyes While Sleeping
You can help prevent dry eyes while sleeping by using a humidifier, resting your eyes throughout the day, avoiding sleeping with contact lenses, and visiting your optometrist for effective dry eye treatments. The team at Littlefield Eye Associates is here to help you rest easier and see clearer. […]
What Is Dry Eye Disease?
Dry eye disease is an uncomfortable condition that affects over 16 million Americans. Many people think that dry eye disease is only a minor eye problem, but it’s a severe condition that can lead to vision problems if left untreated. Dry eye disease occurs when the tear glands in your eyes fail to produce enough […]
Does Myopia Get Worse With Age?
Myopia tends to emerge in childhood and worsen as children’s eyes mature. Its progression typically slows and levels off during a person’s late teens or early 20s. In some cases, myopia can progress into high myopia, increasing a person’s lifetime risk of other eye diseases and conditions, including glaucoma and cataracts—2 age-related eye conditions. […]
Why Are My Eyes Dry When I Wake Up?
If you’re experiencing dry eyes first thing in the morning, it may be caused by nocturnal lagophthalmos, inadequate tear production, or poor tear quality. […]
Myopia Control: What Options Are Available?
With advancements in myopia control, the options for managing your child’s myopia include orthokeratology (ortho-k), multifocal contact lenses, and atropine eye drops. […]
What Are Scleral Lenses?
Scleral lenses feature a unique shape that rests on your sclera—the white part of your eye— and vaults over your cornea without touching it. […]
Can Myopia Be Reversed?
Unfortunately, there are currently no treatments that can reverse the effects of myopia. […]
OptiLight: IPL Treatment for Dry Eyes
If you’re like millions of Americans, you may experience the uncomfortable symptoms of dry eye disease. It’s often a chronic condition, and treatments are usually focused on symptom relief—lubricated eye drops, for example. Some cases of dry eye require more than one treatment. OptiLight by Lumenis is an intense pulsed light (IPL) treatment approved by […]
