Eye Health

Can You Get an Eye Exam While Pregnant?

Posted on March 6, 2025 by Tracy Eickhoff

A row of pregnant people are sitting in a doctor's waiting room.

Yes, you can get an eye exam while pregnant. […]

Can High Blood Pressure Cause Flashing Lights in Eyes?

Posted on March 6, 2025 (March 6, 2025) by Tracy Eickhoff

A person dealing with flashes removes their glasses to rub their eyes.

High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, can contribute to changes in your eyes, including experiencing flashes of light. […]

What Not to Do Before an Eye Exam

Posted on March 6, 2025 by Tracy Eickhoff

An optometrist shines a light into a patient's eye during an eye exam.

At Restore Vision Center, we want to help you get accurate results from your appointment by guiding you on what not to do before your eye exam, including skipping your regular routine, wearing makeup, consuming caffeine, neglecting hydration, failing to disclose symptoms, and rushing the appointment. […]

How To Unclog Meibomian Glands

Posted on December 23, 2024 (December 23, 2024) by Tracy Eickhoff

An older adult sitting in front of a laptop, wiping their dry eyes while holding their glasses.

In this post, we’ll discuss the causes of meibomian gland blockage and explore various treatment options available to clear the glands and improve your vision and comfort […]

Can Allergies Cause Dry Eyes & Blurry Vision

Posted on September 5, 2024 by Tracy Eickhoff

An adult holds a tissue to their face, blowing their nose.

For many people, the onset of allergy season means dealing with uncomfortable symptoms like dry eyes and blurry vision. While these symptoms can be frustrating, understanding the connection between allergies and eye health is key to finding relief.

In this blog, we’ll explore how allergies can impact your vision, what symptoms to watch for, and when it might be time to seek professional help. […]

How Often Should You See an Eye Doctor?

Posted on April 4, 2024 (April 4, 2024) by Tracy Eickhoff

View from behind a patient's head as he sits in a chair and looks at a Snellen chart as directed by the optometrist.

While the frequency of the visits to your eye doctor depends on your overall ocular health, it’s recommended that healthy adults visit their optometrist annually for routine eye exams. […]

Astigmatism vs. Myopia vs. Hyperopia: What’s the Difference?

Posted on March 7, 2024 (March 7, 2024) by Tracy Eickhoff

A young boy holding a pair of eyeglasses straight out in front of his face.

Astigmatism causes blurred vision at all distances, myopia is blurry distant vision, and hyperopia is blurry near vision. Regular eye exams can detect and correct these refractive errors to provide visual clarity and comfort. […]

Eyelid Hygiene: Why It’s Important to Keep Your Eyelids Healthy

Posted on February 1, 2024 by Tracy Eickhoff

A female with her eyes closed cleaning her right eye with a clean pad.

Eyelid hygiene refers to the daily cleaning routine that helps maintain good eye health by removing irritants, debris, and bacteria from the eyelids and lashes. This simple yet crucial routine can prevent various eye conditions and maintain the overall health of our eyes. […]

Can You Use Contact Solution as Eye Drops?

Posted on December 11, 2023 (December 11, 2023) by Tracy Eickhoff

A young woman pouring contact lens solution in a contact lens container.

Reaching for the contact lens solution is a no-no. Contact lens solution contains ingredients to disinfect your contact lenses; they are not eye drops used for moisturizing or treating eye issues. […]