According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, approximately 41 million of the U.S. population uses contact lenses. While they are a widely used vision correction option, many are still unaware of how to properly and safely use them. In fact, 20% of the reported contact lens users have had corneal scars and abrasions. […]
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4 Basic Qualities Of A Good LASIK Candidate
At Northern Virginia Doctors of Optometry, we proudly offer an array of effective vision correction methods to help you achieve better visual health. Apart from our high-quality eyeglasses and contact lenses, we have partnered with TLC Laser Eye Centers® to provide reliable LASIK co-management services. Our pre-operative eye care procedure involves performing an assessment to determine if […]
Q and A: What You Need to Know About Low Vision
Low vision occurs when your eyesight has diminished to the point where it cannot be improved by using regular eyewear or performing standard refractive surgeries. This may cause you problems when doing your everyday activities, reducing your quality of life. For your understanding, your reliable eye doctor from Northern Virginia Doctors of Optometry answers common […]
3 Helpful Tips on Preventing Sports-Related Eye Injuries
Did you know that out of all the reported eye trauma cases, 40,000 of them are sports-related? An even more interesting fact is that almost 90% of them could have been easily avoided by following proper safety measures. Let your reliable eye doctor from Northern Virginia Doctors of Optometry share three helpful tips for protecting […]
Eye Exam 101: What Happens During One?
Having a comprehensive eye exam regularly is an important part of a reliable and solid eye care plan. While this offers many benefits for maintaining your eye health, we understand that you may be nervous about going to an eye clinic and having your eyes assessed. To reduce your anxiety, let Northern Virginia Doctors of […]
Understanding the General Types of Refractive Errors
Changes to your ocular structures and their functions may cause problems with the even distribution of light in your eyes, leading to refractive errors. They are classified into four major types which your expert eye care clinic can identify through a comprehensive eye test. Let Northern Virginia Doctors of Optometry discuss each one in detail […]
