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What Are Polarized Sunglasses? Are They Better for Your Eyes?

A smiling patient trying on a pair of polarized sunglasses in front of a display.

When sunlight hits reflective surfaces like water or shiny pavement, it can be blinding. The glare is often harsh, making time spent outdoors much more uncomfortable. But you deserve clear and comfortable vision—that’s where polarized sunglasses come in. Polarized lenses are not inherently “better” for your eyes, but they can make high-glare environments far more […]

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Dry Eyes and Lupus: How Are They Related?

A woman with lupus holding her eyes, uncomfortable due to dry eye symptoms

If you’ve ever experienced dry, irritated eyes, you know how uncomfortable it can be. For people living with lupus, this discomfort can be a frequent and sometimes persistent problem. Lupus can lead to dry eyes by affecting the moisture-producing glands and triggering secondary conditions like Sjogren’s syndrome, which reduces tear production.  But how exactly are […]

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Does Wearing Glasses Make My Eyes Worse?

A well-dressed professional tries on a pair of sleek eyeglasses while at the optometrist

If you wear glasses, maybe you’ve heard someone say glasses make your eyes dependent on them, or you’re worried your vision is degrading quicker.  These widespread concerns often stem from misinformation because wearing eyeglasses does not worsen your vision. Glasses correct refractive errors in your eyes, making up for functions your eyes cannot perform.  Your […]

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Can Myopia Be Reversed?

A young child covering their right eye during a routine eye exam and pointing in the distance.

Needing the support of glasses or contacts to enjoy clear, sharp vision is common. In fact, most people have some kind of refractive error causing blurry vision. Among refractive errors, myopia, or nearsightedness, is the most common.  Myopia develops because of irreversible physical changes in the eye’s structure. We can, however, use myopia control therapies […]

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What is Radiofrequency (RF) Treatment For Dry Eye?

Dr. Blythe McPherson, founder, owner, and optometrist at Eyes on Westlake in Westlake, TX demonstrates a radiofrequency (RF) treatment device at the practice.

Dry eyes can be more than an irritation—they can significantly impact your quality of life. If you’ve been struggling to find relief through conventional methods, a newer, innovative treatment called radiofrequency (RF) therapy may provide the solution you’re looking for.  RF treatment for dry eye is a non-invasive procedure that uses radio waves to heat […]

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Are Contact Lens Prescriptions The Same As Glasses?

Against a pink background, a young adult with curly hair holds up a pair of glasses in one hand and contacts in the other

Many people who wear eyeglasses consider adding contact lenses to their routine or switching outright. With this switch, many people mistakenly think their current glasses prescription is transferable to contact lenses. However, contact lens prescriptions differ from glasses prescriptions because contact lenses sit directly on the eye and require different measurements to best correct your […]

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