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September 23, 2026

Vision Changes After 40: Why Reading Gets Harder

Holding your phone farther away? Learn why near vision changes after 40 and what options can help.

September 9, 2026

Floaters and Flashes: What's Normal and What Isn't

Most floaters and flashes are harmless, but a sudden change is worth acting on quickly.

August 26, 2026

The Right Eye Protection for Athletes

Standard glasses aren't built for the court or the field. Here's what actually protects your eyes during sports.

August 13, 2026

Fun Facts About Animal Eyesight

Human vision is remarkable, but it's far from the most impressive in the animal kingdom.

July 22, 2026

The Right Nutrition for Your Eye Health

The nutrients that support healthy vision, and where to find them, from vitamin A to zinc.

July 8, 2026

Our Top Tips for New Glasses Wearers

A few simple tips to make the adjustment to new glasses easier, from day one to day thirty.

June 24, 2026

Healthy Living: Also Better for Your Eyesight

Nutrition, exercise, and sleep all play a bigger role in eye health than most people realize.

June 10, 2026

Protecting Your Eyes Underwater

Chlorine, lake water, and salt water can all irritate your eyes — here's how to protect them on your next swim.

May 28, 2026

Ocular Migraines: What They Are and What to Do

Flashing lights or a blind spot in one eye can be alarming — here's what's actually happening and when to call us.

May 13, 2026

The Functional Role of Brows and Lashes

Eyebrows and eyelashes aren't just cosmetic — they're doing real protective work for your eyes every day.

April 22, 2026

Common Eye Issues Vary Across the Sexes

Hormonal differences mean men and women can face different eye health risks over their lifetime.

April 8, 2026

Our Eyes Are Access Points for Pathogens

Rubbing your eyes with unwashed hands is one of the easiest ways germs get into your body — here's why.

March 25, 2026

What Does Blinking Do for Eye Health?

You blink around 15 times a minute without thinking about it — here's what that reflex is actually doing.

March 10, 2026

Connections Between Eyes and Headaches

Frequent headaches can sometimes trace back to your eyes rather than anything else.

February 26, 2026

Lens Care Tips for Glasses and Contacts

A little daily care goes a long way toward making your glasses and contacts last, and keeping your eyes healthy.

February 12, 2026

Color Blindness: Not Just Black and White

Most color blindness isn't seeing in grayscale — it's difficulty distinguishing specific color pairs.

January 28, 2026

The Trick to Optical Illusions

Optical illusions aren't tricking your eyes — they're tricking the way your brain interprets what your eyes see.

January 14, 2026

Our Top Eye Health Tips

A short list of everyday habits that make a real difference for your long-term eye health.

December 24, 2025

Answering the Questions Optometrists Hear Most

As eye care professionals, we love when patients ask questions — here are answers to some of the ones we hear most often.

December 10, 2025

How Do Autoimmune Conditions Affect Eyes?

Few people realize that autoimmune diseases can significantly impact eye health — here's the connection, and the warning signs to watch for.

November 26, 2025

Eye Protection: Essential Winter Gear

Winter brings snowy landscapes and cozy holiday gatherings, but eye protection often gets overlooked — here's how to safeguard your vision this season.

November 12, 2025

Diabetes Can Impact Eye Health

Diabetes is one of the leading causes of vision loss in adults, making regular eye exams an essential part of any diabetes care plan.

October 23, 2025

The Long Journey to Modern Glasses

The sophisticated eyewear we prescribe today represents centuries of innovation — here's how glasses evolved from rivet spectacles to progressive lenses.

October 8, 2025

How Our Sleep and Eyes Affect Each Other

The health of our eyes and the quality of our sleep are deeply interconnected — here's how each one affects the other.

September 25, 2025

How Our Eyes Age

Our bodies undergo countless changes over time, and our eyes are no exception — here's the natural timeline of age-related vision changes.

September 10, 2025

Am I Overdue for a Visit to the Eye Doctor?

Many people put off eye exams until something feels wrong — the truth is, waiting until you notice problems might mean you're already overdue.

August 27, 2025

Sports Eye Safety Tips

Eye safety is an important part of playing sports, but it's often overlooked until an accident happens — here's how to protect your vision.

August 13, 2025

A Look at the Strangest Eyes in Nature

From goats' rectangular pupils to the mantis shrimp's sixteen types of color receptors, the animal kingdom holds some remarkable visual adaptations.

July 23, 2025

Can Nutrition Contribute to Good Eye Health?

We often hear that you are what you eat — when it comes to eye health, that saying rings true. Here are the key nutrients your eyes need.

July 9, 2025

Your Beginner's Guide to Glasses

Getting used to wearing glasses for the first time? Here's how to adjust with confidence, from the first few days to finding the right fit.

June 25, 2025

A Healthy Lifestyle for Healthy Eyesight

Your daily habits have a lasting effect on your eye health — here's how diet, exercise, sleep, and smoking each play a role in your vision.

June 11, 2025

Underwater Eye Safety Guidance

Water activities are a highlight of summer, but the water environment presents unique challenges to eye health — here's how to protect your eyes.

May 28, 2025

Understanding Ocular Migraines

Ocular migraines can be alarming when they first occur — here's what causes these sudden visual disturbances and when to see an eye doctor.

May 14, 2025

The Critical Function of Eyebrows and Eyelashes

Eyebrows and eyelashes do more than frame the face — these small structures serve critical protective functions for our eyes.

April 23, 2025

Men and Women Face Different Eye Issues

Biological differences, lifestyle factors, and hormonal changes shape the types of eye problems men and women are each more likely to experience.

April 9, 2025

Protecting Your Eyes From Germs

Rubbing your eyes can feel like a harmless response to fatigue or irritation — here's why it could actually be putting your eye health at risk.

March 26, 2025

Blinking: More Important Than You Think

On average, we blink about 15-20 times every minute — here's why this automatic reflex matters so much for eye health.

March 12, 2025

Are Your Headaches Linked to Eye Issues?

Many people don't realize that headaches can be linked to eye problems — here are the most common causes and when it's time to see an optometrist.

February 27, 2025

Are You Taking Good Care of Your Lenses?

It's remarkable what a change a pair of thin contact lenses or pieces of glass can make — here's how to properly clean, store, and care for them.

February 12, 2025

What Do You Know About Heterochromia?

Eyes are often touted as the windows to the soul — heterochromia is a rare phenomenon that not only adds mystery but also a striking beauty.

January 22, 2025

AMD Can't Be Cured, But It Can Be Fought

Age-related macular degeneration is a primary cause of irreversible vision loss over fifty — here's how to slow its progression and protect your sight.

January 8, 2025

Essential Eye Health Tips

Healthy eyesight is an essential yet often overlooked aspect of living a fulfilling life — here are proactive steps to protect your vision.

December 26, 2024

Is Your Vision Affecting Your Night Driving?

In the shorter days of winter, many of us drive in the dark more often — here's how to stay safe if your vision isn't quite up to it.

December 11, 2024

Autoimmune Conditions and Eye Health

Autoimmune diseases can affect vision in surprising ways — here's what to know about MS, thyroid disease, lupus, and other conditions.

November 27, 2024

Protect Your Eyes With Winter Eye Gear

Shorter winter days don't diminish the need for eye protection — UV rays pose just as much danger on snowy slopes as they do at the beach.

November 13, 2024

Diabetes and Its Effects on Eye Health

Diabetes is a leading cause of blindness globally — here's how it raises the risk of diabetic retinopathy, macular edema, cataracts, and glaucoma.

October 23, 2024

The Many Steps to Modern Glasses

The history of glasses is a fascinating tale of innovation spanning over two millennia, from magnifying globes to modern vision correction.

October 9, 2024

The Connection Between Eyes and Sleep

Sleep and eye health are more connected than you'd think — here's how chronic sleep deprivation affects your eyes and what you can do about it.

September 25, 2024

Staying Ahead of Our Aging Eyesight

Aging brings many changes, and our eyesight is no exception — here's how to recognize and manage common age-related vision changes early.

September 12, 2024

How Often Should I See an Eye Doctor?

Eye exams are a crucial part of maintaining our overall health — here's a general guide for how often to schedule one, by age and risk factors.

August 28, 2024

Preventing Sports Eye Injuries

Proper eye protection could prevent about 90% of the eye injuries reported in sports every year — here's how to protect your eyes for any activity.

August 14, 2024

The Fascinating World of Animal Eyesight

From eagles to mantis shrimp, animals have evolved visual abilities that often far surpass our own — here are some of nature's most fascinating eyes.

July 24, 2024

Eating for Healthy Eyesight

Have you ever wondered why carrots are credited with improving night vision? Here's the real story behind the myth, and the foods that actually help.

July 10, 2024

New to Glasses? Here's What to Expect.

Embarking on your glasses journey? Here are the subtle, surprising everyday quirks new glasses wearers can expect.

June 26, 2024

What Healthy Living Does for Your Eyes

Maintaining an active lifestyle not only boosts overall health but also benefits our eyes — here's how diet, sleep, and exercise connect to vision.

June 12, 2024

Eye Care Tips for Summer Water Fun

Summer is here, and that means heading to the water — here's how to protect your vision whether you're at the pool, lake, or ocean.

May 23, 2024

How Well Do Your Glasses Flatter Your Face?

When choosing your next pair of glasses, have you considered your face shape? Here's how to find frames that complement your features.

May 8, 2024

Sunglasses Are Critical Eye Protection

Summer is coming, bringing extended daylight and abundant sunshine — here's why UV-blocking sunglasses matter year-round, not just in summer.

April 24, 2024

Differences in Men's and Women's Vision

It might surprise you how different eyesight and eye health can be between the sexes — here's what men and women should each watch for.

April 10, 2024

How Vulnerable Are Our Eyes to Germs?

When we rub our eyes, we might be jeopardizing our eye health — here's what happens when germs from our hands meet one of the body's most delicate areas.

March 27, 2024

Blinking: An Important Part of Eye Health

Adults typically blink ten to twenty times a minute — here's why blinking matters more than you'd think for keeping your eyes healthy.

March 13, 2024

When Headaches and Eye Problems Are Linked

Frequent headaches can stem from unexpected sources, including vision problems — here's when it's worth scheduling an eye exam.

February 28, 2024

A Typical Eye Exam

About one in five adults in the U.S. has an undiagnosed eye condition — here's what to expect from a comprehensive eye exam.

February 14, 2024

Being Colorblind Can Mean Different Things

Color blindness isn't all black and white — here's a look at the three primary categories and how they affect daily life.

January 24, 2024

Stopping AMD in Its Tracks

Age-related macular degeneration is a primary cause of permanent vision loss over fifty — here's how it develops and how to slow its progress.

January 10, 2024

Basic Tips for Keeping Your Eyes Healthy

Healthy eyesight is a crucial yet often overlooked part of a high-quality life — here are proactive steps to protect your eye health at any age.

December 27, 2023

A Guide to Safer Night Driving

As winter arrives, shorter daylight hours make nighttime driving unavoidable — here's how to stay safe when your eyesight isn't ideal for it.

December 13, 2023

How Autoimmune Diseases Impact Eyesight

Autoimmune diseases can have a serious impact on the health and function of the eyes — here's what to know about MS, psoriasis, lupus, and more.

November 22, 2023

Smoking Versus Eye Health

Smoking causes harm to every organ in the body, including the eyes — here's how it raises the risk of cataracts, diabetic retinopathy, glaucoma, and AMD.

November 8, 2023

What Causes Different Eye Colors?

The same compound that determines our skin color also creates the variety of eye colors we see — here's how melanin and genetics shape our eyes.

October 25, 2023

Glasses Across History

Since at least 60 AD, people have been crafting tools to correct vision problems — here's how eyewear evolved from reading stones to modern frames.

October 11, 2023

Eyes and Sleep: A Two-Way Link

Insufficient sleep can affect the mind and body like alcohol, but what does it do to our eyes? Here's how the two are connected in both directions.

October 8, 2023

What if we had a choice?

If an eye disease was an inevitable part of your life, wouldn't it be nice if you could pick which one? Here's why cataracts may be the one to choose.

October 8, 2023

Welcome to the New Mount Pleasant Eye Care Website!

We're proud to announce the launch of our brand new website, designed to make it easier than ever to book appointments and learn about our services.