METRO EYE BLOG

Every region of the world has shown alarming increases in the prevalence of myopia, also known as nearsightedness, over recent decades. Many experts have written that the global myopia crisis is now a Myopia Epidemic. According to a study published in JAMA Ophthalmology, the prevalence of myopia in the US Read more...

What’s on your Back-to-School to-do list? Make sure your child’s vision is ready for the new school year by adding us to your list! Seventy-five percent of what we learn is learned visually, so it is critically important to make sure your student has their vision assessed. They could be Read more…

Prevent Blindness as a national organization started over 100 years ago in 1908. When it was learned that most childhood vision problems were preventable and treatable, a band of volunteers got together to form the forerunner to Prevent Blindness. To this day, Prevent Blindness is an organization that advocates for Read more…

Contact lenses are a great option for vision correction, especially when you’re very active! But it’s not all fun and games– if not treated with proper care, they can cause eye infection or injury. Always remember that contacts are medical devices and require education and a little bit of training Read more…

When did you know you wanted to be a Doctor of Optometry? Growing up I dealt with a condition called amblyopia. Luckily, it was caught early, and I didn’t struggle in school very much – but I did have frequent visits to the eye doctor as a kid. She inspired Read more...

Eye Health starts with nutrition! The food you put in your body is of utmost importance and relevance to the amount of nutrients you are taking in. The more vitamins you can squeeze into your diet, the better off your eyes will be! Here are some of the most eye-healthy Read more...

The house of Lafont has been a pillar of French eyewear since its inception in 1923. With their label of Guaranteed French Origin, Lafont authenticates that all their products are 100% manufactured in France. Their long experience in the eyewear industry allows them the skill and technical know-how to create Read more...

When examining your eyes, your eye doctor can predict many health concerns, some not related to your eyes. In a recent study by Optum, it was found that early signs of chronic diseases could be found during a general eye exam. Conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure, cardiovascular disease, Read more...

Your health is important. You may know how to take care of your general health: exercise, eat healthy, and get your vitamins! As your eye doctor, we’ve compiled a list specific to your eye health. Many of the ways in which you take care of your body are very beneficial Read more…

Low vision affects millions of Americans, including especially many older Americans. Although often misconstrued, it is different from blindness. Low Vision is a condition where even corrective lenses and surgeries cannot provide 20/20 vision. When someone’s life is affected by low vision, activities such as reading, driving, and shopping can Read more...