Contact lenses are an excellent option for people who do not want to wear glasses to correct their eyesight. Contacts do require a more...

Eye Floaters One of the most common complaints we hear from our patients is about floaters in their vision. Although often mistaken for a...

Nearsightedness is on the rise and more kids are needing glasses than ever before. You’re not alone if you’re a parent who was surprised...

It is almost back to school time! A lot of parents are experiencing the excitement, and nervousness, of sending their little one to...

Photochromic lenses, or lenses that darken in the sun, have been around for a long time. Although this technology is continually...

Some people think that desk jobs can be relatively relaxed positions. You get to sit all day, type on a computer, and stay in a...

Though this might sound silly, there is a proper way of cleaning and caring for your glasses. An old stand-by, a huff of breath and a...

Most people have multiple pairs of shoes. You’ve got your running shoes for working out, your dress shoes for special occasions, and a...

We all know that smoking can lead to lung diseases such as COPD, emphysema, and cancer. But did you know that it can also lead to...

Blindness is a disability that affects millions of people worldwide. Often times, people assume most individuals with visual impairments...

As most of us know, it’s snow and ice season in Illinois. In our area, we have some wonderful, dedicated men and women who plow, doing...

The holidays are a wonderful time to see loved ones, exchange gifts, and reflect on the blessings of the year. For families who are...

It’s Monday morning and you’re finally sitting down to do your skincare and makeup routine. You’ve washed your face, exfoliated, toned,...

Dry eyes are a common complaint we hear in our clinic. Unfortunately, this is often a chronic condition with symptoms that are irritating...

We’ve been seeing an influx of pink eye cases this summer so we've put together some tips and tricks for keeping yourself from getting it...

Laura is busy. She’s a mother of two kids, a professional event planner, and a wife. Between running the kids to soccer and scheduling...

It's almost 4th of July and if you’re like me, you’re gearing up to not only watch some impressive firework displays, but also ignite...

Have you ever wondered what opticians do during the day? If you have, you’re in luck. In this month's blog, we’ll take a look into my...

May is a great month. The weather is warming up, the sun is shining, and plants are growing. As everything sprouts and blossoms,...

In today's world, it seems like there's a subscription service for everything, including medical devices like contact lenses. What’s more...