Often people find they need to give up contact lenses when the eye starts losing the ability to focus at close range.  Acuvue Oasys for Presbyopia is a disposable contact lens that allows for simultaneous vision at both near and far distances.  

You must have a recent eye exam (less than a year ago) to qualify.  Book an appointment using our online form or call to set up your fitting. 

Myth... reading in low light will damage your eyes.  Fact...although reading in a poorly lit environment may cause your eyes to feel tired, there is no evidence that permanent damage occurs under these conditions.

Myth... Children outgrow crossed eyes. Fact... crossed eyes are not normal in children older than 4 months and this condition will not usually disappear on its own. Children who appear to have crossed eyes should have an eye exam as soon as possible. Children are never too young to have their eyes tested if they are experiencing a visual problem. Your optometrist will assist in the correction of any vision or eye coordination problems.

Myth... Wearing glasses tends to weaken the eyes. Fact... Glasses simply move the focus point of your eye to a more optimal position that promotes the clearest vision.  There is no "risk" involved with causing increased dependence on glasses from continued wear.  Often though, our patients learn to prefer the condition of sharp, clear focus and tolerate blur far less once the proper correction is worn, therefore once you start to wear glasses you usually wear them more often with time (also, most vision conditions such as nearsightedness tend to progress naturally over time).

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