Ophthalmology | Rochester

More Common Worries for Potential and First-Time CL Wearers

drpark — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 13:42:59 +0000

Another common worry is that the lens will slide to the back of the eyeball. There is no need to worry, this is physiologically impossible and can never happen. Another concern is that it will be nearly impossible to get the lens out once it is in place. No need to worry. If you’re wearing a GP contact lens, just pull your eyelids taut to the side and blink. The lens will pop right out. For a soft lens, use a few drops of rewetting or CL solution to keep the lens wet. Look up, touch the lens, and slide it down and over to the outside corner of the eye. The lens will bunch up, so it’s easy to remove using the thumb and forefinger. For further information or to book a contact lens appointment one of doctors please call any of our three Rochester, NY Cornerstone Eye Associates locations in Gates (585-328-0153), Brighton (585-244-2200), or Irondequoit (585-266-7880).

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Popular Misconceptions about Sunglasses #8

drpark — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 13:41:09 +0000

Yet another popular misconception regarding sunglasses is that children don’t need them as much as adults. This is absolutely false. As children often spend even more time in the sun than adults, they need proper UV protection just as much. It is far more common to find cheap children’s sunglasses that do not provide adequate UV protection. For further information or to book an appointment please call any of our three Rochester, NY Cornerstone Eye Associates locations in Gates (585-328-0153), Brighton (585-244-2200), or Irondequoit (585-266-7880).

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Popular Misconceptions about Sunglasses #7

drpark — Tue, 16 Feb 2010 13:38:56 +0000

Another misconception is that yellow or amber-tinted “Blue Blocker” lenses offer more protection than regular sunglasses. This too is false. While some experts argue that the so-called “Blue Blocker “ lenses block additional light waves that are harmful, research has yet to prove this for certain, and “Blue Blockers” are currently viewed by most experts as a personal preference choice. For further information or to book an appointment please call any of our three Rochester, NY Cornerstone Eye Associates locations in Gates (585-328-0153), Brighton (585-244-2200), or Irondequoit (585-266-7880).

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Some Common Worries for Potential and First-Time CL Wearers

drpark — Tue, 16 Feb 2010 13:37:18 +0000

One of the more common worries that prevent an individual from trying to wear contact lenses is the thought of putting something in the eye is a little worrisome. This is a typical concern with first-time wearers, but your eye care professional will be able to help! Another is the worry that the eyes are too small or that the eye doesn’t open wide enough to be able to insert a contact lens. Again, your eye care professional will be more than willing and able to help! For further information or to book a contact lens appointment one of doctors please call any of our three Rochester, NY Cornerstone Eye Associates locations in Gates (585-328-0153), Brighton (585-244-2200), or Irondequoit (585-266-7880).

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What are Toric Contact Lenses?

drpark — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 14:53:13 +0000

Toric contact lenses are lenses designed to correct astigmatism by bearing two different optical powers at right angles to each other. For further information or to book a contact lens appointment one of doctors please call any of our three Rochester, NY Cornerstone Eye Associates locations in Gates (585-328-0153), Brighton (585-244-2200), or Irondequoit (585-266-7880).

Popular Misconceptions About Sunglasses #6

drpark — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 14:47:32 +0000

Another misconception is that the color of the lens is important when it comes to blocking UV rays. This is also false. Just like lens tint, lens color has nothing to do with protecting your eyes from UV rays. For further information or to book an appointment please call any of our three Rochester, NY Cornerstone Eye Associates locations in Gates (585-328-0153), Brighton (585-244-2200), or Irondequoit (585-266-7880).

What is Visual Acuity?

drpark — Tue, 02 Feb 2010 13:51:37 +0000

Visual Acuity is a measure of how well a person sees. It is expressed as a fraction (e.g. 20/20) where the numerator is the testing distance and the denominator is the distance at which a person with normal eyesight can read the letters on the chart. For example, if the smallest letters that the person being tested can see are on the “20/40″ line, it means a person with normal eyesight can see these same letters at a testing distance of 40 feet. For further information or to book a contact lens appointment with one of our doctors please call any of our three Rochester, NY Cornerstone Eye Associates locations in Gates (585-328-0153), Brighton (585-244-2200) or Irondequoit (585-266-7880).

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Popular Misconceptions About Sunglasses #5

drpark — Tue, 02 Feb 2010 13:50:05 +0000

Yet another misconception is that polarized, anti-glare lenses are all you need to protect your eyes from UV rays. This also is false. While polarized and anti-glare lenses may offer better image clarity, a more comfortable viewing experience and give you better vision when driving or playing sports, they have nothing to do with UV protection. That being said, most polarized lenses also offer adequate UV protection. For further information or to book an appointment please call any of our three Rochester, NY Cornerstone Eye Associates locations in Gates (585-328-0153), Brighton (585-244-2200) or Irondequoit (585-266-7880).

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Popular Misconceptions About Sunglasses #4

drpark — Tue, 26 Jan 2010 13:49:53 +0000

Another misconception regarding sunglasses is that photochromic lenses don’t block out UV rays as well as regular sunglasses. This, too, is false. As long as they offer 100% UV protection, photochromic lenses (such as the Transitions-brand) provide the same level of UV protection as regular sunglasses. For further information or to book an appointment please call any of our three Rochester, NY Cornerstone Eye Associates locations in Gates (585-328-0153), Brighton (585-244-2200) or Irondequoit (585-266-7880).

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What is Presbyopia?

drpark — Tue, 26 Jan 2010 13:48:39 +0000

A condition where the eye loses its ability to focus with aging. A person with presbyopia experiences difficulty and takes longer in switching between objects at different distances, such as, between the road and the speedometer when driving a car. For further information or to book a contact lens appointment with one of our doctors please call any of our three Rochester, NY Cornerstone Eye Associates locations in Gates (585-328-0153), Brighton (585-244-2200) or Irondequoit (585-266-7880).

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