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Are you ready for Halloween? It’s the time of year where everyone is dressing up and getting their costumes picture perfect. Some may be considering using contacts to make their outfit perfect. Now there are tons of options when it comes to cosmetic contacts. Want to be an alien with creepy eyes, a cat, how [...]The post Lake Nona/Orlando Eye Doctor, Beware of Colored Contact Lenses appeared first on Lake Nona Eye Care.

It is already October and Halloween is quickly approaching. This year’s costumes are more elaborate than ever, but unfortunately, they don’t always have safety in mind. Colored and decorative contact lenses are all the rave this year. Not only do they make your eyes appear a spooky color, they also come in crazy designs that [...]The post Orlando, Lake Nona Eye Doctor, Vision Exams, Beware of Colored Contacts appeared first on Lake Nona Eye Care.

How can I prevent cataract from invading my eyes? Can I slow the progression of cataracts? How do I keep cataracts from affecting my vision? These are just a few questions we receive about cataracts here at Lake Nona Eye Care. The fact is, Cataracts are the most common eye condition in the Orlando area. [...]The post Vision Care & Eye Exams, Saint Cloud, Lee Vista, Kissimmee, Lake Nona appeared first on Lake Nona Eye Care.

While prescription eye glasses are very popular and trendy in Orlando, disposable contact lenses have their own benefits. Daily Contact Lenses Daily contact lenses are very convenient. Since every morning a new set is used, they have many benefits. Healthy Eyes Disposable lenses means you won’t have to clean them or mess with solutions. There [...]The post Lake Nona Optometrist: Eye Glasses vs Disposable Contact Lenses appeared first on Lake Nona Eye Care.

It is important to protect your vision as we age. Statistics from the American Optometric Association states that “78 percent of aging Americans are affected by vision loss.” "The number of blind and visually impaired people is expected to double over the next 16 years," said Brenda Heinke Montecalvo, O.D., AOA Vision Rehabilitation Section chair. [...]The post Orlando, Lake Nona, Eagle Creek, Optometrist for Quality Eye Exams appeared first on Lake Nona Eye Care.

Diabetes is on the rise here in Central Florida, and with it comes a greater risk of cataracts, blurry vision, retinopathy, and glaucoma. In fact, in adults ages 20 to 74, diabetes is the main cause of blindness. Blurry Vision High blood sugar levels can cause the lens in the eye to swell, causing things [...]The post Moss Park/Eagle Creek Eye Exams for Better Vision appeared first on Lake Nona Eye Care.

Healthy vision and eyesight is important for everyone. But did you know men are more vulnerable to injuries involving their eyes, while women are more prone to eye diseases. What type of eye problems are women more susceptible to? Common vision problems that affect women more than men include, needing prescription glasses, glaucoma (damages the [...]The post Orlando/Lake Nona Healthy Vision & Eye Diseases appeared first on Lake Nona Eye Care.

Our eyes are important, we use them from the time we get up in the morning until we go to sleep, every day, all day. Since eye conditions happen slowly and don’t have any symptoms, we may not notice them. Which is why a comprehensive eye exam is so important for both adults and children. [...]The post Lake Nona/Eagle Creek Eye Doctor, Vision Facts appeared first on Lake Nona Eye Care.

You think about getting an eye exam every now and then, but end up putting it off. You may squint a little to read things or see far away, but think it isn’t a big deal. The benefits of good eye health and regular eye exams can lead to a lifetime of good vision. Early [...]The post Lake Nona/Eagle Creek Optometrist, Signs You Need An Eye Exam appeared first on Lake Nona Eye Care.

To help ensure your child has a successful school year, make your child’s vision a priority. Prevent Blindness has declared August as Children’s Eye Health and Safety Awareness month, to help raise awareness that vision problems can lead to learning difficulties. Catching vision problems early is the key to a lifetime of healthy vision. As [...]The post Lake Nona, St Cloud, Kissimmee & Moss Park, Eye Exams appeared first on Lake Nona Eye Care.