Are Polarized Sunglasses The Best For Reducing Glare?

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Posted on May 22, 2019 by AEOAdmin

Polarized sunglasses always have been very popular among people who spend a lot of time near water. And for good reason — polarized lenses block glare from light reflecting off the surface of the water better than an other type of sunglass lenses. But sunglasses aren’t just for people who love ...

Transitions and other light-adaptive lenses

Posted on May 20, 2019 by AEOAdmin

Photochromic lenses are eyeglass lenses that are clear (or nearly clear) indoors and darken automatically when exposed to sunlight. Other terms sometimes used for photochromic lenses include “light-adaptive lenses” and “variable tint lenses.” The most popular brand of photochromic lenses sold in ...

Contrast Sensitivity Testing

Posted on May 15, 2019 by AEOAdmin

A contrast sensitivity test measures your ability to distinguish between finer and finer increments of light versus dark (contrast). This differs from common visual acuity testing in a routine eye exam, which measures your ability to recognize smaller and smaller letters on a standard eye chart. ...

When “Sleep” Gets In Your Eyes

Posted on May 13, 2019 by AEOAdmin

Eye discharge, or “sleep” in your eyes, is a combination of mucus, oil, skin cells and other debris that accumulates in the corner of your eye while you sleep. It can be wet and sticky or dry and crusty, depending on how much of the liquid in the discharge has evaporated. Sometimes called rheum, ...

How to Avoid Swollen Eyelids

Posted on May 8, 2019 by AEOAdmin

A swollen eyelid occurs when there is inflammation or excess fluid (edema) in the connective tissues surrounding the eye. Swollen eyes can be painful and non-painful, and affect both the upper and lower eyelids. There are numerous causes of a swollen eye, including eye infections, eye injuries or...

Vision insurance: How it can save you $$$

Posted on May 6, 2019 by AEOAdmin

As soon as you purchase or enroll in a vision insurance plan, obtain a copy of your plan brochure or find out how to access it online. Study the brochure carefully to determine what your benefits include, what costs are involved, and who is on your network provider list. General Questions: What s...

Farsightedness: How to correct for Hyperopia

Posted on May 1, 2019 by AEOAdmin

Hyperopia, or farsightedness, is a common vision problem, affecting about a fourth of the population. People with hyperopia can see distant objects very well, but have difficulty focusing on objects that are up close. The condition is sometimes referred to as “hypermetropia” rather than hyperopia...

Are Contact Lenses Right For Your Teen?

Posted on April 29, 2019 by AEOAdmin

Are you trying to decide whether to get contacts as well as eyeglasses? Or maybe you’re sure you want contact lenses, but you can’t decide what kind would be best for you. Before making a final decision, here are some points you should consider. Contacts Or Glasses? When it comes to contact lense...

Sports sunglasses control light, boost performance

Posted on April 24, 2019 by AEOAdmin

Sports sunglasses could give an edge to athletes at all levels, including amateur “weekend warriors” who always are looking for ways to improve their performance in the sports they love. But in their rush to try the latest and greatest gear, such as new tennis racquets or shoes, many sports enthu...

Reading Glasses Basics: What to Know Before You Buy!

Posted on April 22, 2019April 22, 2019 by AEOAdmin

When you reach the point of not being able to read up close without stretching your arms to the limit, you may need to consider single-vision reading glasses. Reading glasses come in two main styles. Learn more about reading glasses basics! Full frames, in which the entire lens is made in the rea...