Polarized Lenses vs. UV Protection: “SPF” for the Eyes!
We know it’s important to protect our skin when out in the sun, but it’s just as important to protect our delicate eyes from discomfort and possible damage from the sun’s rays. July is UV Safety Awareness Month, a perfect time to talk about polarized lenses and UV protected lenses: what’s the difference, and when […]
The Lowdown on Lenses
When it’s time for your next pair of eyeglasses, you may initially feel bewildered by the array of available lens choices. What type, material, and lens coatings do you need? Let’s demystify some current lens technology to help prepare for your next visit to the Atlantic Eye Optical Department. I. Types of Lenses Single-vision lenses […]
Summer Makeover: How LASIK Surgery Can Transform Your Life
June brings warm days and freedom from winter coats and hats – but what if you could also be free from remembering your glasses or dealing with contacts? By now, most of us have heard of LASIK surgery, or know someone who has had it and raved about the result. At Atlantic Eye, we offer […]
You don’t need to live with a drooping eyelid!
If one (or both) of your eyelids are drooping, it’s probably nothing serious but also nothing to be ignored. Upper and lower eyelids are important for protecting your eyes from injury. They also help control how much light reaches your eyes as well as spread the tear film to keep them from drying out. Drooping […]
The Gold Standard
Did you know that 20/20 vision is not the perfect vision? It’s the standard measure for normal visual acuity, which is how sharp or clear your vision is at a distance. Eyeglasses or contacts help us have 20/20 vision. But what does the 20/20 fraction actually mean? Reading the letters The most common eye chart […]
Vision Revolution: Exploring the World of Advanced IOL Lens Implants
Most of us will need cataract surgery as we age, but the great news is that steady advances in intraocular lens (IOL) technology have made it possible for many of us to enjoy glasses-free vision after the surgery. During cataract surgery, the eye’s natural clouded lens is replaced with an artificial lens. However, many patients don’t […]
Do Your Eyes Need a Digital Detox?
After hours of using a computer, smartphone, or other digital device, you may notice that your vision blurs and your eyes feel achy, tired, and dry. This is digital eye strain, and it affects screen users of all ages. Thankfully, long periods of digital viewing will not cause permanent eye damage, but digital eye strain […]
The Brain-Eye Connection: How Your Brain Influences Your Vision and Eye Health
Our brains are amazing data processors – let’s take, for example, the way our eyes and brain work hand-in-hand to enable us to perceive the world around us. The connection between our eyes and the brain is a remarkable feat of biological engineering. In this Atlantic Eye blog, we explore this intricate relationship, highlighting how […]
Seeing Through the Smoke: Protecting Your Eye Health from the Hazards of Smoking
When “smoke gets in your eyes” – as the vintage song goes – it can do worse harm than causing irritation and tears. According to the FDA, damage from smoking can make your vision cloudy, reduce your field of vision, or even cause you to lose your eyesight completely. That’s why the doctors at Atlantic […]
Commander-in-Sight: A Look at Presidential Eye Problems
Despite their exalted position, even presidents are only human and therefore subject to common maladies that can affect us all. This includes problems with their eyes. Presidents Teddy Roosevelt, Woodrow Wilson, Harry Truman, and John F. Kennedy all wore glasses, while Richard Nixon opted for contact lenses. President James Buchanan had a noticeable eye twitch, […]
Who’s Who in Eye Care: Understanding the Roles of Ophthalmologists, Optometrists, and Opticians
Our growing Atlantic Eye staff of skilled eye care professionals includes ophthalmologists, optometrists, and opticians. Given that these differing roles can seem confusing, let’s take a moment to talk about how each contributes to our mission to provide the highest quality eye- health care for our patients. Ophthalmologists are eye doctors with advanced medical and […]
What’s Up, Doc? Bugs Bunny’s Carrots & Other Eye Myths
Would that rascally cartoon rabbit get supercharged eyesight from eating so many carrots? In real life we hear all sorts of ideas about what is good and bad for our eyes, but are they true? To separate fact from fiction, let’s look into 10 common myths about eyes: 1. Eating carrots will improve your vision. […]
Shamir Workspace Lenses: The Alternative to Progressive Lenses for Enhanced Work Performance
There has been an exciting new development in the world of eyewear for 2024 – Shamir Workspace lenses. Many of our patients choose progressive lenses so they can change focus between near and far distances without changing glasses. Shamir Workspace lenses go above and beyond traditional progressives to offer a more specialized solution for individuals […]