Precision Eye Associates

Did you know that some types of sunglasses are more beneficial to your eyes than others? Sunglasses that wrap around your head and block out blue light are most effective at protecting your eyes from UV light.

If you experience "halos" around lights at night, it is probably because of light reflection. Anti-reflective coatings on your lenses will eliminate the problem. In addition, they make the lenses even clearer.

Treat your eyes with special care. While we will test your eyes and help you with your vision, there are things you can do at home to help them, like taking Vitamin A, washing them and soothing them with cool liquid.

Did you know that more than 30 million Americans now wear contact lenses? These alternatives to glasses have actually been around for centuries and used to be made of heavy glass.

Did you know that other aspects of your health can affect the quality of your vision now and in the future? For instance, those with a history of diabetes or high blood pressure could be at an increased risk for vision problems.

Did you know that wearing sunglasses can decrease your risk of cataracts? Because the sun's rays are as harmful to your eyes as they are your skin, blocking out UV light can reduce the damage to your vision.

Applying grated potatoes and almond oil to the eye area will make your eyes look alive and fresh, plus this little trick is much less expensive than the cosmetics you likely purchase. It will also keep your eyes in better shape.

Are you a meat and potatoes person when it comes to your diet? Remember, eating a balanced diet that included fish, fruits and dark, leafy green vegetables can decrease your risk for a variety of eye diseases.

Vitamin A is an important vitamin to have in your system to protect your eyes. If you get plenty of vitamin A, you will reduce your likelihood of getting cataracts or night blindness. Both conditions affect sight.

When ordering your glasses, make allowances for time. A basic prescription will take about a week to fill; bi- and tri-focals take about ten days; coatings and polychromic lenses will take a little longer.

Although more men suffer from color blindness than women, it is believed that more women are carriers of this genetic trait than men. Roughly 0.5 percent of women suffer from any form of color blindness.

There are a number of relaxation exercises we recommend to soothe your tired eyes. One of them is to close your eyes and think of a place that relaxes you. Afterward, open your eyes and focus on something at arm's length.