What do you do if you have a foreign object in your eye?Rinse out your eye with the foreign object immediately. Many workplaces will have an eyewash station that you can use for this purpose, or you can use a steady stream of clean, lukewarm water. Remove contact lenses if you wear them, but never […]
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The difference between a doctor of optometry (optometrist), an ophthalmologist and an optician is a common question among both healthcare professionals and the general public – you are not alone! The levels of training and expertise, and the core competencies, are different for each type of eye care provider. Doctors of Optometry When it comes
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What is vision therapy for children? Vision therapy is a treatment program prescribed by a doctor of optometry to improve conditions like strabismus (crossed eyes) or amblyopia (lazy eye). The program is designed to suit each child. Vision therapy helps children learn, relearn and reinforce specific visual skills, such as eye movement accuracy, focusing control
