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Ask the Doctor: Eyeglass fitting challenges with hearing aids

I am due for some new glasses, but I recently also got hearing aids. What features should I be looking for when I shop to avoid having problems with these two medical appliances competing for space on my head?  Answer: Accommodating both glasses and hearing aids is definitely a common fitting challenge, and there are […]

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Ask the Doctor: Eyelash Extensions

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I am considering getting eyelash enhancements of some sort for my upcoming wedding. What are the pros and cons of the various options from a health perspective? Answer: Since the fashion for dramatic eyelashes has grown exponentially, I have noticed a corresponding increase in questions about the relative safety of various lash enhancement options. Unfortunately […]

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Ask the Doctor: Alzheimer’s Disease & Eye Health

Question: It’s been noted that, in addition to the impact on cognitive function, Alzheimer’s disease may also affect eye health. Could you elaborate on that? Answer: First, it is important to mention that while connections between Alzheimer’s disease and eye health have been noted, they do not imply a causal relationship. The exact mechanisms underlying […]

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Ask the Doctor: Polarized vs Non-polarized sunglasses

Polarized vs Non-polarized sunglasses Question: I have noticed some premium brand sunglasses are polarized and some are not. I thought polarized lenses were supposed to be better. Why might someone choose a non-polarized lens even at a higher price point? Answer: So you’ve noticed some high-end sunglasses aren’t polarized, and you’re wondering why. It’s a […]

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Ask the Doctor: How to Choose the Right Contact Lenses for Your Lifestyle

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Question: I am thinking about getting back into wearing contact lenses for certain social and sport activities after taking a break from them for many years, but there are so many more options with disposables than before. How do I know what type of lenses I should get? Answer: There are definitely a multitude of […]

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Ask the Doctor – I am going overseas for my summer holiday. What are some tips for taking care of my eyes while I travel?

Dr. Taylor

Answer: Good for you for thinking ahead! There are many strategies you can use tominimize the chances of having an eye-related medical mishap while on vacation. Atleast a month before you leave make sure that you obtain copies of any prescriptionsfor eyewear and medications that you use, and have on hand all the contact lenses,prescription […]

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Ask the Doctor – What is the difference between prescription reading glasses and over-the-counter reading glasses?

Dr. Taylor

I have never worn glasses before, but since I have had a few anniversaries ofturning 39, my eye doctor has now written me a prescription for glasses,including an “addition” for seeing up close. My friend insists that the magnifiersfrom the drugstore work just fine for her and I would be wasting my money. Whatis the […]

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Ask the Doctor: My 8 year olds prescription is going up rapidly and she seems to need stronger lenses every six months or so. I have heard there are treatments that could potentially slow this trend down. Could you tell me more about that?

Dr. Taylor

Your child’s condition, called myopia or more commonly nearsightedness, is becomingmore prevalent in today’s world. In the past, all we could do was prescribe stronger andstronger glasses until her prescription eventually plateaued in young adulthoodor beyond. However, in recent years there have been major advancements in what wecall myopia management that have shown promising results […]

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