Contact lenses provide flexibility eyeglasses cannot give to those with vision issues. There are a variety of lenses manufactured for a variety of sight problems, as well as for cosmetic purposes. Almost everyone is now a candidate for some type...
Though the scuba mask is small, it is one of the most important pieces of gear a diver owns. Problems with your mask, such as an improper fit, scratched lenses or frequent fogging can make your dive experience frustrating or, if you cannot see at...
According to the Vision Council of America, 75 percent of Americans use some form of vision correction, with 64 percent using glasses and 11 percent using contact lenses, either exclusively or with glasses. While glasses remain more popular for...
If your toddler squints, tilts her head or rubs her eyes it’s time to schedule an eye examination. Kids don't know when they have vision problems, so they will make adjustments rather than complain. Knowing what to expect will make it easier...
Foggy glasses are the result of moisture condensing on the surface of the lenses. When you run outside in cold weather, your glasses are closer to the air temperature than your body temperature. At the same time, your body is heating up and that...
Lasik improves your vision but it won't make it perfect. Slightly more than half of patients have 20/20 vision. The degree of success you'll have depends on your pre-op level of nearsightedness. If you're extremely nearsighted (8 diopters or...
The human eye is responsible for the sense of sight. The process of seeing requires the eyes to perceive external properties, such as color and movement, and then share the information with the brain. People may have eyes that differ in color,...
A scuba mask is one of the most important pieces of dive gear. Even if you plan to dive infrequently, you should purchase your own mask to ensure that you'll always have one that fits comfortably. Keep certain criteria in mind when you choose a...
Imagine a world where your vision is blurry. You go to the optometrist and are diagnosed with astigmatism, a defect in the cornea (surface layer of the eye) that can wreak havoc on your vision. You refuse to wear glasses and your doctor provides...
