Taking your kid to the optometrist can be a stressful experience, but it shouldn't be. Hi, my name is Mary, and as a mum of three kids who all wear glasses, I have been to dozen of optometrist appointments. I have had to negotiate reading the eye chart with kids who were too little to know the letters, picking out eyeglass frames with teenage girls who are fashion obsessed and helping kids who have fears get through glaucoma tests. If you have kids who need glasses, this blog is for you. Please, get comfortable and explore these posts. I hope they are helpful.
Posted on: 23 February 2017
When it comes to diseases or problems with your eyes, there are several professionals you can see. Whereas you may be aware of opticians, you probably have not heard of the word "optometrist" – yet you have probably used their services. The following information will help you understand more about the profession. Who is an Optometrist? If a doctor has earned the Doctor of Optometry degree, that makes them an optometrist. [Read More]
Posted on: 23 February 2017
Eye tests are an essential part of overall healthcare, playing an integral part in the detection and management of visual problems. It's normally easy enough for adults who wear glasses to remember their regular eye checks, but other members of the family might be forgotten. Never is it more important to see an optometrist than as a child, when potential problems can be discovered early and treated effectively. It's generally recommended that a child has their first eye test before reaching the age of three so that any needs can be taken care of before they start school. [Read More]
Posted on: 18 August 2015
The lens of your eye is located behind your iris and is clear in a healthy eye. When you develop a cataract, the lens clouds over and appears opaque. Left untreated, a cataract can cause complete loss of vision in the affected eye. The clouding occurs as a result of a protein in your lens changing its structure and clumping together, which blocks light from reaching the retina at the back of your eye. [Read More]
Posted on: 21 July 2015
If you're planning on picking up a new pair of frames — or even your first pair of prescription glasses — then you're probably wondering which type to go for. Most opticians have a vast array of styles on offer, so it can be tricky to narrow it down to just a few. Luckily, there's a simple trick. Most of the time you'll find that the best glasses for you are the ones which contrast with the shape of your face. [Read More]