Eyecare Articles

7 Reasons to Schedule an Eye Exam
All About Eyes

7 Reasons to Schedule an Eye Exam

Our eyes are one of the most important organs in our body, yet we often neglect to take care of them. Regular eye exams are

All About Eyes

What Is Astigmatism?

At Insight Eyecare we get this question many times per day. “What is Astigmatism?” Let’s begin answering scientifically what is astigmatism, then we can discuss

Lasik vs PRK
All About Eyes

LASIK vs PRK

Am I a candidate for any kind of surgery to get away from glasses and contact lenses? There are several surgical options for patients who

Bifocal and Progressive
Contact Lenses

Bifocal vs Progressive

What is the difference in a bifocal lens and a progressive lens? Bifocal and progressive lenses are meant for those individuals who not only need

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Amazing Interesting Eyes

Eyeball Licking: A Dangerous New Trend?

In the summer of 2013, news spread quickly about a dangerous new trend, called “worming” or oculolinctus, and a serious outbreak of disease among Japanese

Kid's Vision

Teaching Kids About Pink Eye

Conjunctivitis is by no means limited only to children. An infection or inflammation of the conjunctiva — the membrane within the eyelid and protecting the

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Amazing Interesting Eyes

What the Eyes Tell Us About Overall Health

Eyes are your window to the world. Everything you experience is enhanced by what you see. By the same token, eyes can be a window

Kid's Vision

How Vision Problems Affect Learning

Reading is an instrumental part of your child’s ability to learn. In order to write complete sentences or do mathematical problems, a child must first

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How Can You Prevent an Eye Infection?

Do your eyes feel swollen, itchy or watery? If so, you might want to book an appointment with your eye doctor to have your eyes

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Newsletters

How Did I Get a Stye?

A stye, medically known as a hordeolum, appears in the eyelid area as a red pimple-like bump, and is usually tender or painful. Styes typically