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Is Working from Home Hurting My Vision? 4 Habits to Adopt

Working from home is a perk that can take a toll on your vision. Read on to learn more about how working from home can hurt your eyes and four habits to protect them.

Dec 1st, 2023

5 Questions to Ask at Your Laser Eye Surgery Consultation

Considering laser eye surgery? Congrats! You’re one step closer to clearer vision. The next step is getting all the information you need to make a decision. Here are five questions to ask during your consultation. 

Nov 3rd, 2023

Glasses vs. Contact Lenses: Which Is Right for Me?

Both eyeglasses and contact lenses can help you see clearly, but which is right for you? Various factors can influence your decision, and that’s what we cover in this blog.

Oct 1st, 2023

6 Skills Sports Vision Enhancement Can Improve

You’ve logged countless strength training sessions at the gym and never missed practice, but have you considered what sports vision enhancement can do for your athletic performance? Read on to find out.

Sep 1st, 2023

Is It Possible to Prevent Cataracts?

Cataracts contribute to blurry vision and reduced visibility at night. Surgery can correct the problem, but is it possible to avoid the condition altogether? Read on to learn more about how to reduce your risk of cataracts.

Aug 1st, 2023

Why Do I Keep Getting Conjunctivitis?

Conjunctivitis, commonly known as pink eye, is irritating and highly contagious. One round of conjunctivitis is annoying enough, but when the condition occurs again and again, you need answers.

Jun 21st, 2023

How to Prevent Glaucoma Complications

Glaucoma is the second-leading cause of blindness in the world, and while there isn’t a cure for this condition, there are strategies to prevent glaucoma complications. Read on to learn more.

Jun 1st, 2023

IPL for Dry Eye: A Revolutionary Treatment

Dry eye syndrome can leave your eyes feeling dry and irritated, and that’s nothing short of annoying. But with intense pulsed laser (IPL) treatment, relief is at hand. Read on to learn more about this revolutionary treatment.

May 2nd, 2023

Important Health Benefits of Quality Sunglasses

Need a new pair of sunglasses? A pair of high-quality sunglasses can prevent glare while you’re driving, but they also deliver many important health benefits. Read on to explore these benefits.

Apr 1st, 2023

4 Common Causes of Dry Eye and How You Can Find Relief

Dry eye syndrome can leave your eyes feeling dry and scratchy and cause blurry vision and redness. In this blog, we share how to find relief from four common causes of dry eye.

Mar 2nd, 2023

Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD): Know Your Risk Factors

February is Age-Related Macular Degeneration Awareness Month. As AMD is a leading cause of blindness, it’s important to know the risk factors of this eye disease. Read on to learn about the risk factors for AMD and how to reduce your risk factors.

Feb 1st, 2023

Tips for Managing Dry Eye in the Winter

Dry eye syndrome causes unpleasant symptoms throughout the year, but the cold, dry winter air only exacerbates the condition. Read on for helpful tips to manage dry eye syndrome this winter.

Jan 1st, 2023

5 Benefits of Vision Therapy Following a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)

Traumatic brain injuries are common. And people often associate them with brain fog and headaches. But a traumatic brain injury (TBI) can also impact your vision. Here are five ways vision therapy can help you after a TBI.

Dec 1st, 2022

When Do Visual Floaters and Flashes Call for an Emergency Eye Care Visit?

While the occasional visual floaters are common and not cause for worry, they can signal a serious eye condition. Here we highlight when you should seek emergency eye care for floaters and flashes.

Nov 1st, 2022

All About Multifocal Lenses

Tired of wearing one pair of glasses for driving and another for reading? Multifocal lenses can sharpen your near, mid, and far vision. Curious? Read on to learn about multifocal lenses.

Oct 1st, 2022

What to Expect from Dry Eye Therapy

It’s hard (if not impossible) to ignore dry eyes; thankfully, you don’t have to try. Dry eye therapy can help alleviate your symptoms while targeting the source of your dry eyes. Read on to find out what you can expect from dry eye therapy.

Sep 1st, 2022

Popular Benefits of Sports Vision Enhancement

If you’re an athlete looking to boost your performance, have you considered how improved visual skills might play a role? Sports vision enhancement can help you stay sharp on the field. Explore the top benefits here.

Aug 1st, 2022

Signs You’re a Candidate for Laser Eye Surgery

Are you considering laser eye surgery to improve your vision permanently? Laser eye surgery can correct refractive errors, reduce your reliance on glasses, and improve your quality of life. Read on to see if you’re a candidate.

Jul 1st, 2022

Preventing Vision Loss from Diabetic Retinopathy

Diabetic retinopathy is a leading cause of vision loss, but there are strategies you can use to reduce your risk and preserve your eyesight. Early detection and the right treatment are key. Learn more here.

Jun 1st, 2022

5 Ways to Manage Glaucoma

Glaucoma is one of the leading causes of blindness, but early intervention can help you preserve your eyesight. In this blog, we cover five strategies for managing glaucoma.

May 1st, 2022

Tips on How to Relieve Spring Eye Allergies

Spring allergies notoriously cause itchy and watery eyes, redness, swelling, eye fatigue, and dryness. Although eye allergies are common, they’re no less annoying. Read on for tips on how to relieve spring eye allergies.

Apr 1st, 2022

What Are Pterygium and Pinguecula and How Are They Treated?

Pterygium and pinguecula are two types of fleshy eye growths that can impact your vision if they become large enough. In this blog, we explain what these two conditions are, what causes them, and how they’re treated.

Mar 1st, 2022

How to Protect Your Eyes as You Age

As with your heart, lungs, and skin, your eyes can benefit from healthy habits as you age. Cataracts, glaucoma, and vision changes are common with age, but these seven steps can help you protect your eyes.

Feb 1st, 2022

Your Specialty Contact Lens Options for Clearer Vision

Not everyone is comfortable wearing standard contact lenses, and that’s where specialty contact lenses come in. Read on to learn more about your specialty contact lens options and how they can restore clear vision.

Jan 9th, 2022

Premium Cataract Surgery

Cataracts can diminish your vision 一 and your quality of life 一 but it doesn’t have to be that way. Premium cataract surgery can restore your eyesight and even give you freedom from eyeglasses. Find out how this surgery could benefit you.

Dec 1st, 2021

Celebrate Your Best Look with Our Curated Eyewear Collection

Ready to give yourself a new look? It’s as simple as selecting a new pair of frames. Celebrate your style with our curated eyewear collection. Your hardest decision just might be whether to get one pair or two.

Nov 1st, 2021

Restore Your Sight with Cataract Surgery

Cataracts are a common cause of cloudy vision, light sensitivity, and poor night vision. Cataract surgery can eliminate the hassles of cloudy vision, effectively restoring your sight. Read on to learn more about cataract surgery.

Oct 1st, 2021

Take These Steps to Relieve Digital Eye Strain

Are long hours on your computer causing dry eyes and blurry vision? Digital eye strain is a real problem in a tech-heavy society, but luckily, there are steps you can take to keep your eyes healthy. Here are eight to consider.

Sep 5th, 2021

When Is the Right Time to Consider Cataract Surgery?

You can experience cataracts beginning around age 40, but they’re more common among those 65 and older. Keep reading to learn how cataracts can affect your vision and if cataract surgery to restore that vision might be right for you.

Aug 16th, 2021

The Importance of Having Regular Eye Exams

Eye exams can start in infancy, and it is important that they continue the rest of your life. Take a moment to learn how scheduling regular eye exams can help identify eye conditions early.

Jul 1st, 2021

Who’s at Highest Risk of Developing Glaucoma?

Glaucoma can lead to blindness, but with early detection, you can get it under control. Read on to learn about the different types of glaucoma and find out if you are at risk for developing it.

Jun 22nd, 2021

Recognizing the Early Signs of Cataracts

If you notice any changes to your eyesight, don’t hesitate to get your eyes checked. Being proactive can help you detect problems early, like cataracts. Keep reading to learn the signs that you might be developing cataracts.

May 1st, 2021

Tips for Relieving Spring Eye Allergies

At-home remedies can help you avoid or minimize the impact of spring eye allergies. Take a moment to learn how you can reduce your symptoms or prevent them altogether.

Apr 18th, 2021

Coping With Chronic Dry Eye

If you’re struggling with chronic dry eye, there’s help available. Keep reading to learn the many causes, as well as the many treatments, for this condition.

Mar 19th, 2021

The Importance of Having Regular Eye Exams Even If You Have Perfect Vision

When was your last eye exam? Believe it or not, you should never postpone this important appointment, even if you don’t wear glasses. Here’s why.

Feb 8th, 2021

How to Stop the Progression of Glaucoma

Glaucoma is the leading cause of blindness in individuals over 60. But early treatment can help prevent vision loss. Keep reading to learn more.

Feb 8th, 2021

Maryland Eye Care Center COVID-19 Safety Protocol

To Our Valued Patients, We are grateful for the support you’ve provided us over the past few months as we navigated the COVID-19 Pandemic. Maryland Eye Care Center has opened a spacious new location approximately one mile away from our current...

May 31st, 2020