The difference comes down to where that light lands. A nearsighted eye focuses it in front of the retina and makes distance blurry, while a farsighted eye focuses it behind the retina and makes close-up work harder. […]
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Eye strain usually eases within a few minutes to a few hours after you stop the activity, though it can linger for days when the habits behind it don’t change. […]
If your eyes are red and irritated, it’s easy to jump to one conclusion: pink eye. But the truth is that not every red eye is conjunctivitis. Several other eye issues can mimic pink eye’s symptoms, including blepharitis, dry eye, allergies, subconjunctival hemorrhages, and styes. When these conditions are mistaken for pink eye, the result […]
Your eyes work hard every day, so when they start feeling itchy, irritated, or even develop crustiness along the eyelids, it’s natural to wonder what’s going on. One common culprit behind these uncomfortable symptoms is blepharitis. Although blepharitis flare-ups can appear severe it isn’t contagious and cannot spread between people. However, following proper eyelid hygiene […]
Caring for our eyes goes beyond updating a vision prescription for new corrective lenses. Scheduling regular eye exams and monitoring our eye health for signs of conditions like glaucoma or age-related macular degeneration (AMD) allows us to preserve our future vision. Glaucoma and macular degeneration are distinct eye conditions that differ in terms of their […]
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Explore the different eye care services we have to offer at Forest City Optometry.
Eye disease can come in many different forms, including cataracts, glaucoma, diabetic eye disease, macular degeneration, and more. We offer comprehensive eye disease management services to help you preserve your long-term vision.
Our team is with you every step of the way during your laser eye surgery journey. A consultation is the first step to exploring your options, like LASIK and PRK. We provide co-management for your pre and post-operative care with your surgical team.
Dry eye can bring with it symptoms like watery eyes, blurry vision, and general eye irritation. The good news is that we can help with a variety of treatment options, including eye drops and omega-3 PRN supplements. Start on the road to relief from dry eyes today.
See how our patients are feeling about their eye care experience at Forest City Optometry.
You can find us just north of Huron on Adelaide, between Huron & Kipps Lane. Find an appointment that fits your schedule using our online booking system.
