Author: Elaine Bushey

Young children often cannot articulate vision issues because they may not realize their vision is impaired, assuming their experience is normal since they have no point of comparison. Unlike adults, children lack the vocabulary and self-awareness to describe what they see or to recognize visual abnormalities. Additionally, vision problems can develop gradually, making it difficult Read More

Each eye captures a slightly different image due to their distinct positions. Our brain processes and unites these 2 images. How do our eyes and brain work together to create the perception of a 3-dimensional world? Binocular vision refers to the use of both eyes to view an object. Our eyes are spaced approximately 2.5 Read More

Accepting the aging process is a transformative shift in thinking, embracing natural changes to the body and mind. Although every wrinkle and gray hair is a reminder of time steadily passing by, there are physical impacts that extend beyond aesthetics. The eyes allow us to appreciate the beauty and richness of each stage of life Read More

Long summer days are equally matched with long periods of dark winter. While sunrise and sunset times change and the duration of light and dark ebb and flow, nighttime spans a significant portion of a complete 24-hour day. Without the natural illumination of sunlight, night vision may be challenging. Whether driving on dimly lit roads Read More

From blinking reflexes to tear production, our eyes are remarkable organs that possess a range of natural defenses to safeguard against external threats and maintain optimal health. Blinking is a natural and involuntary action that helps to protect the eyes from foreign particles, dust and debris. Tears play a multifaceted role in eye defense, serving Read More

Glaucoma is known as the “silent thief of sight” due to its asymptomatic progression until vision is compromised in the advanced stages. Glaucoma is not a single eye disease but rather a group of diseases that share a common feature-damage to the optic nerve. The optic nerve is responsible for transmitting visual information to the Read More

Finding out you are going to have a baby is one of the top moments of life’s highlight reel. Mothers-to-be begin nesting and preparing a nursery, picking out clothes, debating name choices and focusing on how to stay healthy as they spend the next 40 weeks growing a tiny person. From prenatal vitamins to what Read More

Spring has sprung and despite the beauty of newly bloomed flowers and an abundance of greenery all around, eye allergies are obstructing your ability to enjoy the view. If you are plagued by eye allergies, the changing of seasons can be a time of discomfort and frustration. Allergic conjunctivitis occurs when the eyes react to Read More

Accepting the aging process is a transformative shift in thinking, embracing natural changes to the body and mind. Although every wrinkle and gray hair is a reminder of time steadily passing by, there are physical impacts that extend beyond aesthetics. The eyes allow us to appreciate the beauty and richness of each stage of life Read More

Long summer days are equally matched with long periods of dark winter. While sunrise and sunset times change and the duration of light and dark ebb and flow, nighttime spans a significant portion of a complete 24-hour day. Without the natural illumination of sunlight, night vision may be challenging. Whether driving on dimly lit roads Read More