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Halloween Safety Month: Beware of Illegally Sold Cosmetic Lenses

As Halloween approaches, it's important to prioritize eye safety, especially if you're thinking about using cosmetic contact lenses to complete your costume. Illegally sold lenses may not be sterile and can cause serious eye problems such as infections, corneal ulcers, and even vision loss. These lenses are often found in costume shops or online without requiring a prescription, putting your eye health at risk. Always purchase cosmetic lenses from a licensed eye care professional to ensure they fit properly and meet safety standards. Don't let unsafe lenses turn your fun night into a frightening experience.

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Nurturing Healthy Vision in Your Child: A Comprehensive Guide

Discover how you can safeguard your child's eyesight in a technology-driven world. Uncover effective strategies to reduce myopia risk, prevent the need for glasses, and ensure healthy vision through modern solutions like atropine eye drops, multi-focal contacts, and Ortho-K. Explore expert insights on screen time guidelines, personalized eye care, and the latest approaches to tackle the global myopia epidemic while maintaining your child's visual health.

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Bridging the Gap Between Parental Knowledge and Children's Vision

Discover the eye-opening realities of child eye care as a recent study reveals parental knowledge gaps that impact children's vision. Highlighting the crucial role of early eye exams, the study exposes widespread misconceptions, such as the fear of unnecessary glasses or weakening eyes. By dispelling myths, promoting parental education, and advocating for nationwide awareness, this article underscores the urgent need to safeguard children's eyesight and nurture a future of clear vision.

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Seeing Clearly: Treating Keratoconus with Corneal Cross-Linking, Transplants, and Scleral Lenses

This article discusses Keratoconus, a corneal disease that can cause blurry and distorted vision. It explores the available treatments for Keratoconus, including corneal cross-linking, corneal transplant, and scleral lenses, and highlights their effectiveness in managing the condition. Read More.

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The Wait is Over! Try ACUVUE OASYS MAX 1-Day at Your Next Appointment

The 6-year wait is finally over! Intentionally designed to help meet today’s digitally intense lifestyle. Contact lens technology continuously evolves and we always strive to deliver cutting-edge products to our patients. We're proud to be an Acuvue Preferred Practice which allows you to get a MAX manufacturer rebate on your eligible purchase. Click to learn more.

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