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Can I Wear Ortho-K Lenses During the Day?

If you're a contact lens wearer or someone dealing with myopia, you've probably heard about orthokeratology (Ortho-K) lenses. Traditionally, Ortho-K lenses are worn overnight, and their vision-improving benefits last into the following day without them needing to be worn while you’re awake. But what about wearing Ortho-K lenses during the day, like regular soft contacts?…
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Can You Wear Makeup with Dry Eye?

Everyone talks about wearing makeup with dry skin, but have you ever thought about the challenges of wearing makeup with dry eyes? A huge number of cosmetic products are meant to be applied around your eyes, but some of these products contain ingredients that can also  harm your eyes—especially if they’re already dry. This is…
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Eye Health •

Is Cataract Surgery Painful?

Cataracts are the clouding of the eye’s natural lens. They’re a normal part of aging and can cause blurry vision, difficulty seeing at night, and a general decrease in visual acuity.  Cataract surgery is a common procedure used to treat cataracts. During the surgery, the cloudy lens is removed and replaced with an artificial one,…
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How Does Neurolens Work?

You might be dealing with eye misalignment if you often experience headaches, neck pain, or eye strain. Enter Neurolens, an innovative technology designed to address the issue of misaligned eyes. But how does Neurolens work? Neurolens works by incorporating contoured prisms into glasses to help align the eyes properly, relieving symptoms such as headaches, neck…
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Are Neurolens Glasses Worth It?

If you’ve ever felt headaches, eye strain, or irritation when using screens, you might be dealing with eye misalignment. It’s a lot more common than you might think; people deal with those feelings of eye strain all the time. Fortunately, there’s an answer: Neurolens glasses. Neurolens glasses incorporate a unique design into their lenses, using…
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Eye Health •

Can I Wear Blue Light Glasses All the Time?

In our technologically advanced world, eyeglasses are no longer just about vision—or stylish frames. A common new function in some eyeglasses is their ability to block blue light.  You can wear blue light glasses whenever you like, but they can be particularly helpful when you're using screens for an extended period of time because many…
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Eye Health •

Can an Optometrist Remove a Chalazion?

A chalazion is a little red lump you notice on your eyelid. They're not usually painful, but they can be a little uncomfortable to look at—and if they grow too large, they can start to affect your eye. But how do you get rid of a chalazion? Never try to remove a chalazion yourself. Your…
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What Are Neurolens Glasses? 

If you've ever felt eye strain, fatigue, or headaches and have no idea why, you might be dealing with eye misalignment. It’s a fairly common eye condition that can cause your eyes and brain to work harder to see the world properly. But there's a solution: Neurolens glasses. These are glasses that incorporate a unique…
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Vision Therapy •

Vision Therapy for Kids: The Benefits

Your children use their visual system for everything, whether throwing a pitch, kicking the soccer ball, or reading their favorite novel. Problems with vision can be frustrating for children and even affect their self-esteem. Vision therapy is a proven method to help kids maximize their visual skills and set them up for success. It can…
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Are Newborns Often Cross-Eyed?

Newborns sometimes look cross-eyed, which can understandably worry parents. However, it's normal for a baby's eyes to wander during the first few months of life because their eyes and eye muscles are still developing. By the time your baby is 4–6 months old, their eyes should be stronger and straighten out.  However, if one or…

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We offer a curated selection of high-fashion eyewear and advanced lenses tailored to your needs. 

Our eyewear staff provide personalized service, including custom design and engraving for our Lindberg collection, as well as custom fitting and nose pad adjustments for plastic frames (see our Instagram for a look).

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