Fashion Eye Wear

Glasses – the Latest Fashion Accessory!

Putting on a new pair of glasses […] is a simple way to completely transform your look – just like a new hairstyle. {Brad Goreski}

Millions of people worldwide wear glasses in order to see. Many of our patients who require spectacles report they do not like being seen in glasses on a night out or when meeting new people.

Wearing Gas Permeable Contact Lenses While Riding A Bike

What Are Gas Permeable Contact Lenses and Benefits to Wearing Them?

Gas Permeable Contact Lenses

Gas Permeable (GP) or Rigid Gas Permeable (RGP) contact lenses are an alternative to soft contact lenses. Although they are currently less popular than soft lenses, they offer a number of advantages and are continuing to improve as research and technology advance.

GP contacts are made of durable silicone which allows the passage of oxygen through the lens to your cornea and the front surface of your eye – essentially allowing your eye to “breathe”.

Woman Wearing Sunglasses to Protect Her Eyes int he Summertime

Summertime Eye Care Tips

Summertime is almost here!

As we all know, the summer can take its toll on your eye. Increased sun exposure, pollen, allergies, chlorine in pools, and increased exposure to sunlight, are a few of many ways your eyes are overwhelmed during the summer months.

As we approach this Memorial Day Weekend,

Woman Suffering From Eye Allergies

Finding Relief from Eye Allergies

Seasonal transitions can be tough for people who suffer from allergies!

For those who suffer from allergies, this time of year can be as brutal as it is a beautiful. Flowers are blooming, leaves are returning, and the grass is growing. As we know, this past winter in New England was a mild one. 

Chronic Dry Eyes

Relief From Chronic Dry Eye

Tired of Suffering From Your Chronic Dry Eyes?

Do you suffer from a feeling of having chronic dry eyes? Did you know that more than likely, you do not have enough quality tears to lubricate and nourish your eyes? Dry eyes is a common and often chronic problem, particularly for adults who are over the age of 45.

Learn More About Types of Cataracts

There are several types of cataracts and they are defined by the location and/or their origin.

Cataracts are a medical condition in which the lens of the eye becomes progressively opaque, resulting in blurred vision. There are several types of cataracts, according to location and origin. The following is a list to clarify the types of cataracts.

Skier Wearing Protective Eyewear

Optical Oddities to Avoid in the Winter Season

Winter can be rough on eyes – here are some optical oddities to avoid in the winter season.

Germs, low temperatures, snowballs, and icicles. It’s a winter wonderland of vision hazards.

As if avoiding the common cold, or worse yet, the flu was not enough – now one has to consider their eye health as well.  

Elderly Woman Selecting frames for her face shape

Choosing the Right Eyeglass Frame for Your Face Shape

What is Your Face Shape?

Do you have a round face, oval, square, diamond or heart shape? The following is a list of the various face shapes and the right frame for them.

Square Face

Strong angular jawline. Broad forehead and chine with equally wide cheekbones,

Protective eyewear

Importance of Protective Eyewear

Our eyes are one of the most important organs of the body. Unfortunately, they’re also the most delicate and susceptible to injury.

Over the years, we have treated several eye injuries for professionals from various industries. Construction, sports, and medical labs are some of the highest risk industries when it comes to the human eye.

Four Seasons

A Must Have Checklist for Healthy Eyes

A Season by Season Breakdown for Maintaining Healthy Eyes Throughout the Year

Fall is rapidly approaching. Your eyes have been taking a beating from the hot summer sun and now comes time for atmospheric changes and fall foliage. The following is a must-have checklist for maintaining healthy eyes throughout the year.

  • Allergy season.