You may have heard your optometrist recommend OCT imaging during your eye exam, but what is it really? OCT is a powerful tool your optometrist uses to monitor your eye health and diagnose eye disease. 3D Digital Eye Exams Optical coherence tomography, or OCT for short, is sometimes referred to as a “3D” or “digital” […]
Presbyopia vs. Hyperopia: What’s the Difference?
Vision problems are a common issue for many people, no matter their age or lifestyle. Refractive errors—a problem with how your eye refracts light—are one of the most common causes of blurry vision. There are 4 types of refractive errors: Hyperopia and presbyopia are 2 of the most common types of refractive error. But what’s […]
Can Dry Eye Cause Blindness?
Dry eye is one of the most common eye conditions affecting millions of people worldwide. In addition to frustrating irritation, it can cause a wide range of issues that affect your vision. It’s no wonder some people ask if it can cause blindness. Dry eyes don’t directly cause blindness, but they can increase your risk […]
