Getting the right pair of glasses for your child is a tricky business. While the lenses are undoubtedly the most important element of the glasses, they aren’t much use if they sit at home or in the bottom of a school bag, unworn. Several brands manufacture kid’s frames, but Tomato Glasses is one that really […]
Read MoreAge-related macular degeneration (ARMD) is one of the leading causes of vision loss in people over the age of 65. What Is ARMD? The eye has many components. The central vision area is called the macula. The macula is 250 microns (one-quarter of a millimeter) thick and 5mm wide. Our central vision and color vision […]
Read MoreCan you wear sunglasses in the winter? Absolutely! We’re here to shine a frosty spotlight on the importance of UV eye protection, even during the winter months. We’ll dive deep into why Maui Jim polarized sunglasses are vital in safeguarding your vision’s health throughout the cold season. The radiance of Maui Jim Image credit: Maui […]
Read MoreFor most of us, aging brings wisdom and maturity, but, as it turns out, it also leads to age-related vision changes. For an adult over the age of 40, you’ve probably had moments where you hold your phone farther away to read, squint to see clearly or adjust the lighting to read small print menus […]
Read MoreVision insurance plans will expire at the end of the year, so now is the time to ensure you’ve made the most of your insurance plan and claimed the benefits before they disappear. Most insurance companies won’t roll over any unused benefits and won’t offer reimbursement if you don’t claim them, so this is your […]
Read MoreWe often get asked, ‘What is diabetic retinopathy?’. Diabetic retinopathy is one of the leading causes of blindness in the US, and for people with diabetes, it is the most common eye disease. The National Diabetes Statistics Report shows that around 38.4 million Americans suffer from diabetes, which is over 11% of the population. Of […]
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