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Sharper Image: The Future of Contacts

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In an age of gadgets and technological advancements, it can be easy to take for granted the miraculous marvel that is the contact lens. Where we are presently with contact lenses and their affect on how we can see  is pretty incredible considering where we started. Considering our advancements, what will contact lenses of the future be like? Today I look at some incredible research and work being done by scientists for the contact lenses of the future. CONTINUE READING Continue reading

Contacts & H20: Yes or No?

Contacts & H20: Yes or No?

When one thinks of summertime, often the mind is flooded with images of combating the sweltering temperatures through various water-subversive means. Daily dips in swimming pools, running through the sprinklers, boating on the lake—it seems like our time during the season (just around the corner!) is spent largely in close contact with water. So what about contacts in the water? You may be wondering how contact lenses fare in these aquatic situations. For contact wearers, is H20 a yes or a no? Before you cannonball into your water-centric activities this summer, consider these tips to ensure the best experience possible. CONTINUE READING Continue reading

Contacts of the Worst Kind: Help with Lens Issues

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Wearing contacts is on the whole a wonderful, freeing, and often life-changing experience. But true to “every rose has its thorns” philosophy, there can be some irritating issues lens wearers face from time to time. Problems range from the mild (dry eyes) to the serious (corneal ulceration/infection). Some of the problems with lenses can be prevented, and many can be alleviated or treated. Read through these issues to understand what causes some of these common contact lens matters and what you can do to prevent or solve them. CONTINUE READING Continue reading

There’s a Contact Lens for That

There's A Contact Lens For That

As human beings, our sight differs from one another not just in personal outlook, but in terms of eye health and in needs. Just like certain food allergies can require a difference in diet among individuals, different eye issues can require different types of lenses for contact wearers. You may have considered using contacts before but felt concerned that a special eye problem you deal with may not make you a candidate for contact lenses. Well, think again!  Nearsightedness, astigmatism, presbyopia—whatever your issue, more than likely Pearle Vision has a contact lens for that. CONTINUE READING Continue reading

Winter Tips for Lens Wearers

Winter Tips for Lens Wearers

Winter brings on the harsher elements—cold winds and dry air can result in the perfect horrible storm for contact lens wearers to combat. Irritated eyes are to be expected by both contact lens wearers and non-wearers during the winter season, but although the weather is frightful there are simple precautions you can take to make your eyes feel more delightful. CONTINUE READING Continue reading