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Are Contact Lens Prescriptions The Same As Glasses?

An optometrist adjusts a phoropter for a smiling patient during an eye exam, with an eye chart on the wall.

Key Takeaways You might assume the numbers on your glasses prescription work for contacts too. They don’t. At Eyes on Westlake, our team can show you how each corrects your vision differently and serves a different purpose. A glasses prescription and a contact lens prescription are two separate things, so you can’t swap one for […]

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How Often Should You Get New Glasses?

How Often Should You Get New Glasses?

You probably know it’s important to keep your family’s vision clear with regular comprehensive eye exams. However, it’s not always clear when it’s time to get new glasses.  After all, life gets busy, and it’s easy to push an eye appointment to the back burner. But prioritizing annual eye exams is key to long-term health. […]

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What Is Neurolens?

Against a yellow backdrop, a happy person wearing circular eyeglasses holds the collar of their yellow turtleneck sweater

Do you find yourself experiencing frequent headaches, neck pain, or eye strain after spending hours on your screen or reading?  You’re not alone. These symptoms often go hand in hand with our tech-heavy, visually demanding lives and could be linked to something you might not expect—eye misalignment.  Enter Neurolens, a modern technology designed to address […]

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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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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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