General |
Glasses
& Sunglasses |
Eye Health |
Contacts
I sit in front of a computer a lot at work,
should I consider a special lens in my glasses?
It’s not a bad idea to have a second pair of glasses
on hand that are specifically designed for looking a
computer screen or other items up close. If you suffer
from headaches, focusing difficulties, burning eyes,
tired eyes, aching eyes, dry eyes, double vision, blurred
vision, light sensitivity, or neck and shoulder pain,
you could be suffering from Computer Vision Syndrome.
Choosing the right type of lens in your glasses could
help relieve these symptoms. It’s important to
talk with your eye doctor about your symptoms to help
choose the right lens for you. There are many things
to consider before prescribing lens for use at a computer
- lighting, video display size, distance of the video
display, the particular design of your work station,
and even your age could be factors to help choose the
best computer lens for you.
Why do my glasses keep falling off my nose
and hurt behind the ears?
Your glasses probably need to be adjusted. It is important
for you to be comfortable in your glasses. At Linsey
Eyecare, we offer free adjustments at no charge for
as long as you own your frames.
How often should I get my eyes examined?
A full eye exam once a year is recommended to check
for any eye diseases and vision problems. Many eye
problems go undetected because the patient shows now
symptoms and feels no pain. That’s why it is
important for an optometrist to conduct a full exam
on your eyes once a year. If you have a history of
an eye disease, your doctor may recommend you get
an exam more than once a year. An annual exam for
contact lens wearers and people with systemic diseases
like diabetes, hypertension and high cholesterol is
also recommended.
Do my eyes have to be dilated for a complete
exam?
The answer is yes and no. Here at Linsey Eyecare we
do offer the latest technology called OPTOS which
allows us to take a digital image of your retina without
having to dilate your eyes. But, some insurance providers
don’t cover this procedure, and the cost is
not included in our eye exam fee. For an additional
$35 you can receive a complete eye exam without dilating
your eyes.
If you’d rather have a complete eye exam “the
old fashioned way,” then yes – having
your eyes dilated is necessary. This is the only way
to insure that you don’t have ocular disease
and is important for the health of your eyes.
What are cataracts?
Aging and “clouding” of the lens in the
eye causing a decrease in vision. Cataracts are usually
seen in the elderly, but can be found even in children.
Can cataracts be treated?
Yes, by a very simple procedure.
Can contacts or glasses make my vision get
worse?
Absolutely not – they will only allow you to
see more clearly.
