Better Sight Vision Center

Over time, using low-quality cosmetics can cause the skin around your eyes to dry, wrinkle, and can result in excess pigmentation around your eyes.

There are many things we recommend for soothing tired eyes, including dipping cotton balls in slightly warm milk and letting them sit on your eyes, as well as putting sliced cucumbers or sliced potatoes on your eyes to get rid of dark circles.

Glaucoma is a serious eye disease that is characterized by an increased pressure in your eyes. This internal pressure is so severe that it can often cause damage to the optic nerve and vision loss. When the normal, healthy passages of the eyes that allow fluid to drain suddenly are unable to do so because of a blockage, glaucoma can result.

It isn't easy to tell that someone is wearing contact lenses, which is one reason they're a popular alternative to glasses. Care to guess what percent of the U.S. population wears contacts? If you guessed 11 percent or so, you're right.

The bottom line is, normal changes to eyesight occur gradually. Thus, if you suddenly experience blurry vision or problems focusing, this could be a sign of a larger issue with your eyes, and it’s important that you see an eye doctor as soon as possible.

Ptosis is a medical term used to describe a drooping eyelid. This only refers to the upper eyelid. It is not a disease, and instead is caused from numerous factors that affect the muscles, nerves, or skin of the eyelids.

Contacts need to soak at least six hours to rehydrate properly. If you’re just lounging, switch to glasses and let your contacts take a break.

Myopia, short sightedness, is one of the most common eye conditions. Objects in the distance appear more blurred, while closer objects are clearer. This is because either the power of the eye is too strong, or that the eye itself is too long, either way the image is blurred. This is often easily corrected with glasses.

Astigmatism is a common vision condition. In fact, most people have at least some degree of astigmatism. Some levels of astigmatism are so small that people don’t even notice a change in their vision, but some cause severe blurring and even discomfort in the eye.

Hyperopia (or farsightedness) is a visual condition that causes objects that are near to be out of focus. Although hyperopia can be a result of many things, it usually comes about as a result of an eyeball that is too short, providing too little curvature for the cornea.

Contact lenses are worn right on the eyes. They are available in a variety of types and styles, including hard, soft, extended wear, disposable, rigid gas permeable and bifocal. Ask your optometrist about the pros and cons of contact lenses and which are the best for you.

Optometrists have been professionally trained and licensed to examine your eyes for problems or impairments, measure the accuracy of your vision, and prescribe and provide corrective lenses as well as other forms of treatment.

We recognize that contact lenses aren’t a good option for everyone, especially those who suffer regularly from severe allergy symptoms. If you’re not sure whether contacts are reasonable in your situation, we’re always here for you.

Did you know that your optic nerve is a bundle of about one million nerve fibers? These fibers transmit visual signals from your eyes to your brain.

20/20 vision simply means that the eye in question can see normally at 20 feet, but if one were to have 20/15 vision, that person has even better vision. It means you can see at 20 feet what one would only see at 15 feet.

If you wear glasses to see distances, but find you often need help reading small print, it may be time to ask your optometrist about bifocals. On these glasses—which are often seamless and look like any other pair—the bottom portion of the lens acts as a magnifying glass.

Did you know that there are several vision problems that can be easily corrected with glasses or contacts? Myopia, or nearsightedness, occurs when a person cannot clearly see distant objects. Hyperopia, or farsightedness, occurs when a person cannot clearly see close objects. Presbyopia occurs when a person has trouble seeing objects at arm’s length, which can make reading difficult.

If you are scheduled for eye surgery, we will work closely with your ophthalmologist both prior to and after the procedure to deliver proper care to help make sure you are healing as expected and to keep your ophthalmologist updated on your recovery.

Diabetic retinopathy is an eye disease caused by the body’s inability to properly use and store sugar. This condition can weaken and even permanently change the blood vessels that nourish the retina, subsequently causing them to leak, swell, or even develop large branches.

Unfortunately, even relatively minor accidents around the home have the ability to impact your vision. Let’s talk about what type of accident you experienced and the lingering visual symptoms you’re still experiencing.

When you lead an especially busy life with a tight schedule that barely leaves room for adequate sleep, it’s natural to look for things you can skip. Remember, your annual eye exam is the best way to catch potential eye problems before they turn serious, so make sure to keep this on your calendar.

Try different light bulb colors to see if one strains your eyes less. Lower watt bulbs or cooler light can be less taxing on the eyes.

Have you been hesitant to try contact lenses because you’re the type of person who frequently falls asleep reading? Trying lenses approved for overnight use or simply putting on your reading glasses after taking out your contacts could both be good options for your situation.

We recognize how spending your days working on a computer can lead to everything from neck pain to eyestrain. Let’s talk about what you can do to minimize the damage the glare from your computer is doing to your eyes during your next appointment.

Contrary to popular belief, carrots are not the most beneficial food for the health of your eyes. Instead, the best foods for your eye health include spinach, kale, grapefruit, strawberries, wheat germ, seeds, turkey, and salmon.

We believe there is nothing better for keeping your eyes fresh and young than getting a good night’s sleep and drinking plenty of water during the day. Keeping your body properly hydrated and rested is good for all of your organs.

A variety of new treatments are being developed to correct farsightedness or presbyopia. However, the National Institutes of Health point out that prescription eyeglasses are still the most immediate, effective, and affordable solution for the majority of people.

If you have presbyopia, you’re not alone. The term describes the eye’s inability to bring nearby objects or images into focus. According to the National Institutes of Health, it’s the most common eye-related change associated with age.

Conjunctivitis (pink eye) occurs when tissues lining the eyelid and covering the white portion of the eye become inflamed or infected. The most common causes are bacterial or viral infections or allergic reactions to compounds like chlorine, cosmetics, pollen or other irritants.

In 1980, two Australian researchers devised a new vision chart. It featured a single, clear typeface along with standardized letter sizes and progressions. These factors made it easier to more accurately and consistently assess visual acuity.