We work hard to make smart choices that will support our overall health and wellness, but many people don’t think about how these decisions can impact vision health. According to the American Optometric Association, more than 37 million American adults over 50 have some level of vision loss. Furthermore, the National Eye Institute believes over 600,000 U.S. adults will be…

Visual acuity is the sharpness of your vision When you go to the eye doctor for a comprehensive eye exam, one of the most common tests performed uses an eye chart. Have you ever wondered what the point of this test really is? For one, it is testing how clear – or blurry – your vision is, which is your…

Finding the perfect pair of kids’ glasses can be both a challenging and fun-filled experience. If this is your first time buying kid-friendly glasses, chances are you feel overwhelmed and anxious at the very idea of walking into an optical store. The good news is that there is no shortage of kids’ eyeglass frames here at First Eye Care DFW,…

There are many different types of eyeglasses on the market today, allowing you to find the right fit for your needs. One of the most popular options are progressive lenses, which are basically multifocal lenses with no-line. If you can recall, some of the first iterations of bi or multifocal lenses had a visible line – which was aesthetically annoying,…

HD lenses (or digital lenses) are one of the most recent advances in the world of vision technology. Most of us are familiar with HD television, and you can think of these prescription lenses as basically HD for your eyes! HD stands for high-definition, making colors brighter, objects sharper, and everything in your line of sight super focused. Sounds pretty…

According to The Vision Council, 61 percent of the U.S. population is reported to wear eyeglasses, contact lenses, or other means of vision correction. When it comes to glasses, we are seeing a shift in trends, as more people are opting to embrace wearing spectacles rather than hide behind them. Whether you are someone who needs to wear glasses all…

It is easy to forget just how damaging the sun can be. Sure, most of us thrive in the sunshine, feeling rejuvenated and warmed by the rays. And while there is a lot of talk out there regarding how dangerous the sun can be to our skin, our eyes are often negated. The fact of the matter is that the…

Recent studies suggest that 6 out of 10 people, or over 61 percent of the population, wear eyeglasses. According to the Visual Council of America, an estimated 75 percent of adults use some sort of vision correction. This is a huge number that shows just what a big industry prescription eyewear is. Women are more likely to wear glasses than…

As professions such as coding and programming continue to gain popularity, it is important these individuals take the appropriate steps to protect their eyes. We’ve talked at length about the dangers of digital eye strain, and no one knows this better than programmers and coders. For those that love technology, finding ways to avoid eyestrain and protect your eyes is…

Taking care of your eye health should be a priority in an individual’s life. Making sure that if your vision is declining that you are equipped with the right corrective lenses necessary to treat your poor vision is crucial. The most traditional way of doing this is, of course, visiting your eye doctor and receiving an eye exam. However, with…