Have you ever wondered why your eyes feel like a desert at night? You’re not alone. Many adults suffer from dry eyes, especially at bedtime. Dry eye symptoms often develop at night due to low humidity in your room. The condition can become chronic when your eyes have reduced tear production or poor tear quality. […]
What Is Meibomian Gland Dysfunction?
Dealing with dry, irritated eyes is more than just an inconvenience—it’s a significant discomfort that can disrupt your everyday life. This condition can be extremely irritating and often feels as though there’s a piece of sand trapped under your eyelids. However, many people don’t realize this is often due to an underlying problem called “meibomian […]
What are the Types of Dry Eye?
Dealing with dry eyes can be frustrating and uncomfortable. For many sufferers and concerned parents, understanding the various types of dry eye is the first step toward effective treatment. The two major types of dry eye are when your eyes don’t make enough tears (aqueous tear-deficient) and when your tears dry up too quickly (evaporative). […]
How Often Should I Have an Eye Exam?
Adults aged 18 to 64 should schedule an optometrist visit every 1-2 years. For children and individuals with certain health conditions, such as diabetes, it’s advisable to have eye exams annually. […]
Can Allergies Cause Dry Eyes?
Allergies may contribute to the development of dry eyes, a condition where the eyes do not produce enough or good-quality tears. Dry eyes can cause discomfort, redness, and even vision problems if left untreated. […]
The Value of an Eye Exam for Michigan Children
The Value of an Eye Exam for Michigan Children Before Entering Public School Helen Keller once said, “Of all the senses, sight must be the most delightful.” According to the American Optometric Association, one in five preschool children and one in four school-age children in the United States has a vision problem […]
When should my child have their first eye exam?
A child’s first eye exam should occur between 6 months and 1 year of age. The purpose of this exam is to identify serious vision and eye health issues. For more information regarding infant eye exams and the InfantSee Program please select the InfantSee Program tab on our website. At the age of 3 a […]
Recycle Your Contacts
ONE by ONE Recycling Program TerraCycle and Bausch + Lomb have partnered to create a free recycling program for contact lenses and blister packs. Best practices for recycling – To recycle this waste stream properly, please do not include any cardboard boxes, as these are recyclable through your regular municipal recycling service. What happens to the […]