Tag: Eye Health
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Can You Use Rubbing Alcohol to Clean Your Glasses?
You bought yourself new glasses, and they’re already smudged. The cloth doesn’t seem to be cleaning the glasses well enough, so you turn to your kitchen and medicine cabinet for help. The first thing you see is rubbing alcohol, and you may be wondering, ‘Can you use rubbing alcohol to clean your glasses?’ Learning how to clean your Read more... -
Why Annual Eye Exams Are Even More Important With All of Our Screen Time
In 2019, we use digital devices more than ever, with adult office workers and children averaging at seven hours per day. More often than not, too much screen time leads to computer vision syndrome in adults, but kids can have the same symptoms. Fortunately, by having a regular eye exam, you and your children can monitor your eye health so Read more... -
At What Age Should My Child Get an Eye Exam?
Did you know that many states require your children to have an eye exam before they can attend school? Watching for eye problems in your kids is key to helping them develop academically and personally. However, even before entering school, your children can benefit from eye exams, as they spot issues and give optometrists a chance to treat them.& Read more... -
How to Prepare Your Child for an Eye Exam
If your child is nervous about their trip to the eye doctor, you may be wondering how to prepare your child for an eye exam. Fortunately, we see thousands of children every year and are here to share insight from other parents who have had the same issue. How should you prepare your child for an eye exam? Step #1: Let your child know that Read more... -
How Long Does It Take for Children to Adjust to Glasses?
Getting new glasses can be both exciting and slightly uncomfortable for some children. If your child doesn’t like wearing their new glasses, they may need more time to adjust. How long does it take for children to adjust to glasses? Whether your child is new to glasses or has had a recent prescription change, the adjustment period Read more... -
How Do I Know If My Child’s Glasses Fit Well?
Once your child has gotten their first pair of glasses, you might wonder, ‘How do I know if my child’s glasses fit well?’ Fitting children’s glasses go far beyond the size of the lenses. Here is what you should know about how glasses should fit on a child: How do I know if my child’s glasses fit well? Frames: The frames should be Read more...