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Do You Need an Eye Exam Every Year?

Do You Need an Eye Exam Every Year?

Do you need an eye exam every year? Learn how often children, adults, and contact lens wearers should have eye exams and why regular eye care matters.

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Dr. Elise Kramer

October 28, 2026

Scleral Lenses for Dry Eye: How They Work, Cost & Candidacy

Scleral Lenses for Dry Eye: How They Work, Cost & Candidacy

Discover how scleral lenses help relieve severe dry eye, who may benefit, what fitting involves, and what to expect at Miami Contact Lens Institute.

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Dr. Elise Kramer

October 27, 2026

How to Protect Your Vision: 11 Essential Eye Health Tips

How to Protect Your Vision: 11 Essential Eye Health Tips

Learn 11 ways to protect your vision, prevent eye injuries, and support long-term eye health with expert advice from Miami Contact Lens Institute.

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Dr. Elise Kramer

October 20, 2026

How to Recognize the Symptoms of Dry Eye Syndrome Early

How to Recognize the Symptoms of Dry Eye Syndrome Early

Burning, gritty, watery, or blurry eyes may be signs of dry eye disease. Learn 10 common dry eye symptoms, possible causes, and when to see an eye doctor.

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Dr. Elise Kramer

October 14, 2026

Ocular and Visual Migraines: What They Are and When to Worry

Ocular and Visual Migraines: What They Are and When to Worry

Ocular or visual migraines can cause flashing lights, zigzag lines, blind spots, and other temporary vision changes. Learn the symptoms, common triggers, and when vision changes need urgent evaluation.

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Dr. Elise Kramer

October 6, 2026

Heterochromia: Causes, Types, and When Eye Color Changes Matter

Heterochromia: Causes, Types, and When Eye Color Changes Matter

Learn why some eyes differ in color, types of heterochromia, causes, and when to see an eye doctor at Miami Contact Lens Institute. Learn more.

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Dr. Elise Kramer

September 30, 2026

Which Vitamins are good for dry eyes?

Which Vitamins are good for dry eyes?

Learn which vitamins are best for dry eyes, including Omega-3, Vitamins A, D, and B12, along with nutrition guidance and treatment options.

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Dr. Elise Kramer

September 29, 2026

How to Protect Your Eyes from Sun Damage

How to Protect Your Eyes from Sun Damage

Learn simple doctor-backed steps to protect your eyes from sun damage, including choosing 100% UVA/UVB UV400 sunglasses, wearing a wide-brimmed hat, and more.

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Dr. Elise Kramer

August 17, 2026

Why Your Over-the-Counter Eye Drops Aren’t Solving Your Dry Eye

Why Your Over-the-Counter Eye Drops Aren’t Solving Your Dry Eye

Still dry after every drop? Learn why eye drops stop working for dry eyes, the signs you need more than artificial tears, and the treatments that fix the cause.

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Dr. Elise Kramer

August 4, 2026

How Alcohol Affects Your Eyes

How Alcohol Affects Your Eyes

If alcohol-related vision changes persist after you've sobered up, don't ignore them. At Miami Contact Lens Institute, we can evaluate your eye health

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Dr. Elise Kramer

July 30, 2026

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