Apps-olutely Essential: Tech Tools for Low Vision
Did you know there are technological tools available to help make everyday life easier for people with low vision? If you or someone you know is living with low or impaired vision, there is a wide range of assistive apps, devices, and resources that can be accessed from most smartphones or tablets. In observance of […]
Stress and the Eyes: The Surprising Connection
Is there a connection between the level of stress a person experiences, and the eyes? All indications are that yes, there is. When we feel stressed, our body releases cortisol and adrenaline, the “fight or flight” hormones. According to the American Academy of Ophthalmology, high levels of these hormones, either for short or longer periods, […]
Contacts for Kids?
Parents, have you been wondering at what age your child could start wearing contact lenses? There is no set age, but much will depend on how responsible your child is, along with how much parental support is needed and available. Children as young as 8 years old may do well with contacts, while some teens […]
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 […]
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 […]