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With so many advances, people now have many options for contact lenses. Not only does that include individuals that require minimal vision correction but also those with more serious eye conditions. One of those, Keratoconus or KC, causes distorted vision. However, the right contact lenses can improve a person’s eyesight.

Atropine eye drops have been used for decades by optometrists and ophthalmologists to treat various eye conditions. Traditionally, these drops were prescribed for the treatment of amblyopia (lazy eye) and to temporarily paralyze the focusing muscles of the eye during eye exams. However, recent research has shown that atropine eye drops can also be used to control the progression of myopia, a common eye condition affecting millions of people worldwide.

If you have been having trouble finding a good fit with scleral lenses, there is still a chance that this type of contact lens could work for you. Read on to learn more.

Does your child have difficulty seeing distant objects clearly? If so, MiSight® may be a solution to their diagnosis. These cutting-edge lenses are ideal for nearsighted kids between the ages of 8 and 12. Examining what these lenses are and how they function will help you understand if they might be right for your child.

Orthokeratology is a nonsurgical method of correcting nearsightedness (and sometimes farsightedness and astigmatism) using specially designed contacts that are worn while you sleep. They gently reshape the cornea to improve your vision during the day without needing glasses or daytime contact lenses.

Scleral Lenses are recommended for individuals with astigmatism due to their ability to correct the irregular shape of the cornea or the front surface of the eye caused by astigmatism. Unlike traditional gas permeable contact lenses, which only rest on the cornea, scleral lenses are designed to vault over the cornea and rest on the sclera, the white part of the eye. This provides a number of benefits for individuals with astigmatism, including improved visual acuity, greater stability, and less lens rotation.

Computer vision syndrome and eyestrain are conditions common to many who spend countless hours in front of computer screens. It is difficult to avoid these devices when working, so seeking a solution is the best option. Shamir lenses offer lenses that are beneficial to a variety of patients. They help you concentrate on the mid-distance workplace, while at the same time providing focus for closer work.

Blue light is a highly energetic component of the electromagnetic spectrum with a wavelength ranging from 420 to 480 nanometers. The powerful energy is present in digital devices and the rays of the sun. It is potentially harmful to your eyes and puts you at risk of developing cataracts and eye cancer.

With the rate of patients diagnosed with myopia on the rise, the eyecare industry has advanced exponentially in managing myopia over the last decade. There are now several myopia control or myopia management treatment options.  At Factoria Eye Clinic we specialize in strategies proven to slow down or stop your child's eyesight from getting worse. One part of our management strategy includes measuring the axial length. This allows us to provide the most effective treatment options available.

Since the majority of learning is visual, most of the visual responsibilities that school-age children rely on daily include using computers, writing, reading, and seeing the whiteboard. Their eyes are constantly at work when they get into their classrooms. Consequently, their education can suffer if they have vision issues. Your child faces an increased demand for visual acuity when they are in class. Learn about some of the common vision issues to look out for with your child this school year.