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Can Digital Eye Strain Contribute to Dry Eye Syndrome?

Can Digital Eye Strain Contribute to Dry Eye Syndrome?

  Hey guys! Dr. Elise Kramer here from the Miami and Weston Contact Lens Institutes.   So one question I get a lot is does computer use or digital scr

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October 12, 2021

Could Too Much Screen Time Put You or Your Child at Risk of Myopia?

Could Too Much Screen Time Put You or Your Child at Risk of Myopia?

Digital media, electronic devices, and large television screens are extremely prevalent today. It’s not uncommon for a child to spend time playing video games o

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October 4, 2021

How MiSight Lenses Can Help to Slow the Progression of Myopia

How MiSight Lenses Can Help to Slow the Progression of Myopia

Myopia is a disease that affects millions of Americans -- it is a condition that makes it difficult to see objects at a distance (also known as nearsightedness)

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October 4, 2021

Can dry eye cause vision loss?

Can dry eye cause vision loss?

OK, here's another good one. Can dry eye cause vision loss? Usually dry eye does not cause vision loss, but if it's really severe, it can. So how do we prevent

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September 14, 2021

Is Dry Eye Curable?

Is Dry Eye Curable?

  Hi guys! A question that I commonly get is, “Is dry eye curable? Is there permanent care for dry eye?” The answer is that usually dry eyes are here to st

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September 14, 2021

Understanding the Differences Between Hybrid Lenses and Scleral Lenses

Understanding the Differences Between Hybrid Lenses and Scleral Lenses

Hybrid lenses and scleral lenses are two types of specialty lenses available today. Each type has its unique benefits for people with specific eye health issues

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September 6, 2021

5 Tips for Wearing and Caring for Your Scleral Lenses

5 Tips for Wearing and Caring for Your Scleral Lenses

Proper care is key when it comes to scleral contact lenses. Learn five must-know tips for wearing and caring for yours. Scleral contact lenses are nothing short

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September 6, 2021

Everything You Need to Know About the Different Types of Scleral Lenses

Everything You Need to Know About the Different Types of Scleral Lenses

Knowing the difference between the three main types of scleral lenses can help you, and your eye doctor determine which solution is right for you.

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August 19, 2021

Meet Dr. Elise Kramer: Interview with One of the Best Optometrists in Florida

Meet Dr. Elise Kramer: Interview with One of the Best Optometrists in Florida

What made you want to become an optometrist? When I was applying to medical school, my mother developed a tumor behind her eye.

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August 19, 2021

Sjogren’s Syndrome – Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options

Sjogren’s Syndrome – Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options

Sjogren’s syndrome can cause only mild symptoms, or it can be life-altering. Learn about the causes, symptoms, and treatments for this common autoimmune disorde

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August 10, 2021

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