8 Things You Should Avoid When Wearing Glasses Getting your first pair of glasses after struggling with blurry vision can feel like a weight has been lifted from your shoulders. But after a while, the true implications of being buckled to external visual aids will begin to become apparent. Not only does wearing glasses mean you are essentially renting your vision, but you’re also signing away your ability to do many simple and enjoyable activities. That doesn’t sound like the…
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Laser Eye Surgery Explained: A Closer Look at a Life-Changing Procedure
Laser Eye Surgery Explained: A Closer Look at a Life-Changing Procedure It’s hard to believe that Laser Eye Surgery has been around for around four decades. Of course, significant developments and advances in technology meant that modern Laser Eye Surgery is often very different to the earliest procedures. And yet, the theory behind this life-changing treatment remains the same. But despite being the most popular elective procedure in the world, many people don’t really know how the treatment works. So,…
Eye Health: Top Tips for Caring for Ageing Eyes
Top Tips for Caring for Ageing Eyes There are some things we simply can’t control as we grow older: Our declining ability to climb stairs, the fact that we can no longer party like we did in our 30s, and the inevitable sprouting of grey hairs all come to mind. While we can hide or postpone some things with the help of cosmetics, these are mostly just a natural part of the ageing process that must simply be accepted. And…
A Closer Look at the Incredible Vision of the Himba Tribe
A Closer Look at the Incredible Vision of the Himba Tribe In the animal kingdom, senses such as vision adapt naturally to the environments we live in. Of course, evolutionary adaptations can only happen so fast, and, in contrast, there appears to be no limit to the speed the world around us is changing. In just a few hundred years, the average person’s day has changed beyond all recognition. From spending hours each day outdoors in open spaces, exposed to…
Would These Iconic Glasses-Wearers Have Had Laser Eye Surgery?
Would These Iconic Glasses-Wearers Have Had Laser Eye Surgery? What do Buddy Holly, John Lennon, and Steve Jobs all have in common? Their iconic eyewear, of course! But if these celebrities were alive today, would they still sport their famous glasses? Or would they opt for another solution to their refractive errors? In other words, would these celebrities have considered Laser Eye Surgery? Buddy Holly’s Thick Black Frames Buddy Holly was a pioneering figure in rock and roll in the…
What Makes Your Eyes So Amazing?
What Makes Your Eyes So Amazing? We use our eyes practically every second of the waking day. They allow us to get from A to B, complete domestic and work tasks, and even communicate with those around us. And yet, our eyes often don’t receive the recognition or appreciation they deserve. In some ways, this goes to show just how incredible they are. After all, if we don’t notice what our eyes are doing for us, that means they are…
How Much is Laser Eye Surgery Worth to You?
How Much is Laser Eye Surgery Worth to You? Over the years, millions of people around the world have had their vision successfully corrected with the help of Laser Eye Surgery. But despite its place as the most commonly performed elective procedure, there are still many who are nervous about the prospect of such a treatment. Countless others may well be in a personal debate about whether or not it could be worth it for them. And the fact is…
Can I see my Laser Eye Surgery being performed?
Can I See My Laser Eye Surgery Being Performed? On first deciding to go ahead with Laser Eye Surgery, your mind will likely be mainly focused on what you might be able to see after the procedure. After all, that’s what this journey is all about, right? But as your treatment day approaches, you might begin to wonder what you’ll be able to see during the treatment itself. This may be one of the most common concerns that worries those awaiting…
Can I Have Laser Eye Surgery If I Have A Squint?
Strabismus, more commonly referred to as a squint, is a medical condition where the eyes point in two different directions. This happens when the opposite eye is looking forward. This can result in blurred vision, a lazy eye, or double vision. Since most squints occur or develop during childhood, it is ideal to treat them before they fully develop. This is typically through the use of glasses at a younger age since many squints are caused by the eyes compensating for some other visual impairment….
The Perils of Flying Long-Distance with Contact Lenses
The Perils of Flying Long-Distance with Contact Lenses Long-haul flights can be a stressful experience at the best of times. With the risk of jet lag, swollen feet, and missing bags, the last thing you want is to add dry and irritated eyes to your list of grievances. But for contact lens wearers, this is all but unavoidable. Perhaps the only bright side of the situation is being used to the suffering… In fact, it can often take a friend…
