Pinguecula is a non-cancerous bump on the eyeball that usually occurs on top of the middle part of the sclera. It’s a yellowish and slightly raised thickening on the white part of the eye. Today, our optometrist from Northern Virginia Doctors of Optometry discusses pinguecula and explains its causes, symptoms and treatment options:
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All About Sports Vision Part 1: Understanding Visual Skills
Your body must be in excellent condition if you want to be competitive in sports. However, this doesn’t just refer to your muscles. Your vision needs to be excellent as well. Sports require several visual skills. In this two-part blog post, your trusted eye doctor will explain everything you need to know about sports and […]
The Cause, Symptoms and Treatment Method for Macular Pucker
Macular pucker is a condition that can cause blurred or distorted central vision. While the symptoms for both are similar, age-related macular degeneration is different from macular pucker. Your optometrist knows the difference and will be able to diagnose you properly. Learn more about the causes, risk factors and symptoms of this condition here:
Understanding Low Vision
When your eyesight can’t be fully corrected with eyeglasses or contact lenses, you may be suffering from low vision issues. Medications or surgeries may not help as well. With your compromised sense of sight, you may struggle to carry out your daily tasks or enjoy your hobbies.
What You Need to Know About Level™ Smart Glasses
Northern Virginia Doctors of Optometry is committed to helping you achieve the best vision possible. This is why we stay updated on the latest advances in eyewear technology, ensuring we only provide contact lenses and eyeglasses of good caliber. One of the products sure to give you improved eyesight and quality of life is Level™ […]
Is Buying Eyewear Online a Good Idea?
As technology continues to advance, everything seems to be accessible with a simple tap on your device. Online shopping remains popular because of the convenience it provides, especially to those who have hectic lifestyles or live in remote areas. You can even easily purchase eyewear through the web.
Controlling Myopia Progression With Ortho-K
At Northern Virginia Doctors of Optometry, our goal is to help you have better vision with the help of our reliable vision correction options. Apart from eyeglasses and contact lenses, we also offer orthokeratology or ortho-k. This corneal reshaping treatment was primarily developed to control nearsightedness or myopia progression.
4-Step Guide on Cleaning Your Eyeglasses
Eyeglasses can help improve the vision of those with refractive errors like near- or farsightedness. Your optometrist may also prescribe a pair as part of early cataracts treatment. With proper use and care, quality eyeglasses can last you many years. One of the things you can do to keep them looking new and in good […]
What to Look for When Buying Sunglasses
The skin around the eyes is the thinnest in the body, making it highly susceptible to developing various conditions. Too much sun exposure can greatly damage not only your skin, but also your eyes. With summer bringing stronger ultraviolet (UV) rays, you may be at a higher risk of developing short- and long-term eye damage.
What Is Presbyopia?
After turning 40, your vision may start to change. In particular, you may have a hard time seeing nearby objects clearly, which is a sign of presbyopia. Northern Virginia Doctors of Optometry, your trusted provider of LASIK eye surgery co-management and other eye care treatments, discusses this problem in detail.
