2021
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Common Eye Care Myths
Your eyes are among the most complicated and sensitive organs in your body. Not surprisingly, individuals will need to visit medical professionals that specialize in treating the problems that their eyes can experience. Myth: Optometrist Only Prescribe Corrective Lenses There is an assumption that an optometrist will only be able to assist patients by providing them with prescriptions for corrective lenses. While this is one of the most important and common services that these professionals can offer, you should avoid assuming that it is all that they can do.
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Vision Loss: Why You Need To See An Optometrist Right Away
Vision loss is a natural sign of aging, with many adults experiencing vision loss or a change of vision to some degree as they age. Most people will experience advanced vision loss with age, especially if they already wear corrective lenses to see. If vision loss is a normal sign of aging, much like joint pain or muscle loss is part of aging, why would you need to see an optometrist for vision loss treatment as you age?
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Strabismus: Why Early Detection Is Vital To A Child's Vision Health And Early Development
Vision disorders in early childhood can severely affect a child's early learning as well as be a sign of a serious eye condition. One of those vision disorders is strabismus. Strabismus is a common condition that causes the eyes to be misaligned and look in different directions. If discovered early, it can usually be treated effectively. Otherwise, it can lead to more serious vision problems. That's why early vision screening is so crucial.
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