Itchy Eyelids? It Could Be Mites!
One of the causes of eyelid, itching and dry eyes is actually a mite! Your eye doctor can see evidence of these critters using the biomicroscope, and may prescribe an eyelid wipe formulated to kill them. According to the American Academy of Ophthalmology, “On average, mites have a three-week lifespan, and hygiene is critical for interrupting their life cycle, said Dr. Tseng. ‘Mites...
Itchy Eyelids? It Could Be Mites!
One of the causes of eyelid, itching and dry eyes is actually a mite! Your eye doctor can see evidence of these critters using the biomicroscope, and may prescribe an eyelid wipe formulated to kill them. According to the American Academy of Ophthalmology, “On average, mites have a three-week lifespan, and hygiene is critical for interrupting their life cycle, said Dr. Tseng. ‘Mites...
Read MoreDamaging effects of digital devices on our eyes...
Exciting changes in glasses technology are happening fast. Do you remember what your cell phone was like 5 years ago? Similar advancements in glasses make our lenses lighter, stronger and last longer. But sometimes there is a negative side to quickly changing technology. These days we all are looking at digital screens (phone, tablet, computer monitor and TV) for over 6 hours a...
Damaging effects of digital devices on our eyes...
Exciting changes in glasses technology are happening fast. Do you remember what your cell phone was like 5 years ago? Similar advancements in glasses make our lenses lighter, stronger and last longer. But sometimes there is a negative side to quickly changing technology. These days we all are looking at digital screens (phone, tablet, computer monitor and TV) for over 6 hours a...
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