Light sensitivity, sometimes called photophobia, can be frustrating and painful, and can even interfere with your ability to do daily tasks. There are many different causes of light sensitivity so it is important to work with your doctor to learn what is at the root of this problem. Treatments will vary depending on the patient …
In dry climates such as Denver, winter can be a difficult time to take care of the body. Chapped lips and parched hands are prevalent, leading most people to apply lotion and lip-balm regularly. However, many people do not think about the effect of the dry air on the eyes until they begin to experience …
This post was most recently updated on September 19th, 2019Causes and Treatments of Eye Strain While modern conveniences and lifestyles can drastically improve quality of life, there can be a darker side to some of the activities and technology present today. The way that individuals spend their days can have a profound effect on their …
This post was most recently updated on August 2nd, 2023It is that time of year again when some FSA and vision benefits expire. Be sure to use them before they are gone. Prescription eyewear to correct vision problems are products that are designed to treat a specific medical condition, and therefore are eligible for reimbursement …
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This post was most recently updated on August 2nd, 2023The 4 Most Comfortable Contact Lenses (Monthly or Two Week Replacement) Performing contact lens exams in Denver provides us an opportunity to work in an area that puts a lot of stress on our contact lens wearers. Instead of looking at this as a disadvantage, we have chosen to embrace the …
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This post was most recently updated on August 2nd, 2023© Andresr | Dreamstime.com – Woman Holding A Dollar Bill Photo Daily Disposable Contact Lenses with the Best Value There are a number of great daily disposable contact lenses on the market. These lenses range in price from the most cost efficient (and lowest quality) to the most expensive …
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This post was most recently updated on August 2nd, 2023Best Daily Contact Lenses for Dry Eye Due to the low humidity in Denver, a large number of our patients suffer from dry eye syndrome. Therefore, we are always watching for the development of new contact lenses that may improve the wearing experience for these patients. There …
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This post was most recently updated on August 7th, 2019Gas Permeable Contact Lenses Gas permeable contact lenses are rigid contact lenses that can be used to improve the vision of people who are nearsighted or farsighted. Our older patients may remember when these were the only type of contact lenses available. These lenses were often uncomfortable …
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This post was most recently updated on August 8th, 2019Best Contact Lenses for Dry Eye 2014: The Bausch + Lomb Ultra In 2014 Bausch + Lomb added a major player to the soft contact lens market. The Bausch + Lomb Ultra monthly replacement contact lens. What Makes this Contact Lens Great? Bausch + Lomb Opinion …
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This post was most recently updated on August 2nd, 2023Best Eye Drops for Contact Lenses Dry eye is prevalent In Denver, Colorado, and is constantly discussed during our eye exams. It is typically exacerbated by contact lens wear because the lenses disrupt the tear film on the surface of the eye, causing your natural tears …
This post was most recently updated on August 2nd, 2023Daily Disposable Contact Lenses Daily disposable contacts are our go to contact lens modality for seasoned and new contact lens wearers alike. Why? Improved Comfort This is especially important in Denver where most of our patients suffer from contact lens induced dry eye. These lenses are not …
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This post was most recently updated on August 8th, 2019Contact Lens Induced Dry Eye Contact lens induced dry eye is one of the primary reasons that experienced contact lens wearers decide to stop wearing their contacts in their late 30’s and early 40’s (not to mention the need for magnification for close work). We have …
This post was most recently updated on August 8th, 2019Evaporative Dry Eye As discussed in previous posts, evaporative dry eye is the most prevalent form of dry eye. As we discuss additional therapies for evaporative dry eye it is important to understand that dry eye is a chronic condition, something that needs to be managed …
This post was most recently updated on August 8th, 2019The Oily Truth Evaporative dry eye is the most common form of dry eye. Some reports indicate this group makes up 80% of dry eye sufferers. The underlying cause of evaporative dry eye is considered to be meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD), a condition in which the meibomian glands …
This post was most recently updated on August 8th, 2019What is dry eye? Other than what the name implies, a report from the 2007 Dry Eye Workshop defined dry eye as, “Dry is a multifactorial disease of the tears and ocular surface that results in symptoms of discomfort, visual disturbance, and tear film instability with potential damage …
