Levin Eyecare Blog Eye Care Tips & Vision Health

Routine eye exams are a major part of keeping your eyes healthy. They are necessary for the early detection of eye conditions. When detected early enough, you may even be able to avoid potential vision loss and worsening of the eye condition. Routine eye exams so let your eye doctor track changes in your vision […]

Glasses are an excellent tool for fixing refractive errors. However, they can completely change the way your face looks and alter your appearance.  For some people, this might not be a big deal. Some might even like the way glasses look on them.  Many more people, though, do not appreciate this change. Fortunately, there is […]

Your vision could be in danger, and you might not even know it. There are countless ways to lose or damage your eyesight through disease, injury, or medical complications.  One eye condition that you should watch out for signs and symptoms of is retinal vascular occlusion. Keep reading to learn more about retinal vascular occlusions! […]

The eye is a fascinating and complex organ. It has many different parts that work together to create the ability to see.  One of the most important of these parts is the retina. A healthy retina is vital to experiencing clear vision. When issues arise within the retina, vision is almost always affected, sometimes permanently. […]

Are you having cataract surgery soon? Are you wondering how to ensure that you have a smooth recovery? Following the instructions your cataract surgeon provides you after cataract surgery is vital for a successful recovery. However, there are certain things you should be sure to avoid to reduce your chances of having complications. Keep reading […]

Adults should be getting regular eye exams to keep their vision healthy. It is especially important for children, as well.  Poor vision can lead to poor performance in school. This can be frustrating for the child and set their education back.  Keep reading to learn if your child may need an eye exam before they […]

Contact lenses are a great way to experience clear vision if you don’t like the look or functionality of glasses. They are practically invisible but can provide crisp vision just as well as glasses.  However, the tradeoff to contacts is that you need to maintain them properly. Keep reading to learn more about following proper […]

Just like any other surgery, you need to spend some time recovering from the cataract removal procedure. Taking the necessary steps to prepare for a smooth recovery is essential. Keep reading to learn what the recovery process is like after cataract surgery! How Long Does Recovery Take? Cataract surgery is a fairly straightforward procedure. First, […]

The retina is a fragile piece of tissue at the back of the inside of the eye. It is incredibly important to your vision.  Any problems that occur with it can cause dangerous, sometimes permanent, damage to your sight. Keep reading to learn more about what are the most common retinal conditions! Macular Degeneration Macular […]

Keratoconus is an eye condition caused by critical weakness in the structure of the cornea. This eye condition can cause a variety of symptoms, including blurred or distorted vision.  Although it is still unknown what causes keratoconus, there are often many apparent symptoms that accompany the disorder. Keep reading to learn more about if you […]

Glaucoma is a progressive disease that can permanently damage vision if left untreated. The vision changes caused by glaucoma are often so gradual that you may not notice them.  Early detection is a significant factor in treating glaucoma before vision damage occurs. Keep reading to learn how glaucoma treatment works! Eye Pressure  Fluid is constantly […]

Many people rely on eyeglasses to help them navigate life by providing clear vision, making them a precious possession.  Even if you take every precaution and are very careful about maintaining your frames, all glasses eventually need to be replaced. Keep reading to learn 4 of the signs that indicate it’s time for a new […]

Is it time for you to get new glasses? Maybe you’re tired of how yours look or feel on your face, or you broke your old pair, and you need to replace them. Whatever your reason for needing new glasses, it’s a big decision. While choosing frames is part of the process, you need to […]

Your retina is an integral part of your eyesight. It receives focused light entering your eye and sends that light as nerve impulses to your brain. Damage to your retina makes eyesight nearly impossible and can result in permanent vision loss. The macula is the center part of your retina. It handles focused vision directly […]

When was the last time you had an eye exam? If it wasn’t within the last year, it’s time to schedule another one. Eye exams are the best way to protect your eyes and your eyesight. Some eye conditions can damage your vision seemingly overnight. But many of these conditions are preventable or treatable with […]

Glaucoma and cataracts are both eye diseases that are more common in older adults. Cataracts are almost entirely an issue that adults in their sixties and seventies experience. Although younger people can develop it, glaucoma is more pervasive in older adults, as well. There is a good chance that you’ll develop cataracts at some point […]

Even though Covid-19 seems to be loosening its grip on the world, masks are still advisable or required in some places. While they keep us safe and healthy, masks make life more difficult, especially if you have glasses. Masks cause fogging and condensation on the lenses that you rely on to see. Keep reading to […]

Does glaucoma run in your family? Are you worried that you may have glaucoma and won’t realize it until it’s too late? Glaucoma is often referred to as the silent thief of sight for a reason. Often a person won’t realize that they have the disease until they’ve already suffered irreversible vision loss. You can […]

Do you have trouble seeing clearly? Have you noticed that you need a brighter light to see fine details? Do colors seem dull or like they aren’t as bright as they used to be? These are some of the signs that may point to cataracts, especially if you’re 60 or older. As your eyes age, […]

Have you worn glasses since childhood because of blurry vision? Are you considering LASIK but you’ve found out that you have an eye condition called keratoconus? Keratoconus is a degenerative affliction of the eye that causes your vision to be blurry or distorted. This eye condition often affects young African Americans and Latino boys in […]

Have you noticed that your vision has become fuzzier over time? Does it seem like there’s a gray haze in front of your eyes preventing you from seeing as clearly as you used to? Has it not improved or changed even when you’re wearing prescription glasses? These could be signs that you could have cataracts. […]

Have you been wondering for a while what it might feel like to wear contact lenses? Are you concerned that you won’t like how they feel in your eyes? Keep reading to learn more about what it’s like to wear contact lenses if you’ve never worn them before! Imagine No Longer Wearing Glasses and How […]