Unlike the sun, which has a full spectrum of colorful light waves - each with a varying energy frequency - most of the artificial light sources around us have high concentrations of blue light waves. These are some of the most powerful light energy waves, just a step below UV light, and the concentrated doses […]
As Sapulpa family optometrists, we emphasize the importance of proactive eye care and safety, including eye safety in the workplace. While 50% of eye injuries occur at home or during recreational activities, the other 50% are caused by eye-related work injuries. In addition to threatening future vision, workplace eye injuries cost time and money for […]
Children frequently hear the warning, “Don’t stare at the sun or you’ll go blind,” and there’s truth in that age-old warning. The sun radiates UV rays that cause eye damage. Extended or lifetime overexposure to the sun increases your risk for several serious eye conditions as well as vision loss. Overexposure To Sunlight Harms Eye […]
The sun emits invisible ultraviolet (UV) light rays that damage skin cells. This is one of the reasons why excess sun exposure (UV exposure) causes skin cancer. However, exposure to UV light, a source of radiation, is also harmful to the tissues in your eyes, which is why protecting your eyes from the sun is […]
There is almost nothing more satisfying than a good, long, thorough eye rubbing when you have itchy or irritated eyes. However, rubbing your eyes is one of the worst things you can do. In most cases, it makes existing problems worse. In worst-case scenarios, eye rubbing causes more damage. In most cases, excessive or habitual […]
The eyes are tough and they are good healers, but there are some situations that demand extra attention, support, and treatment. Minor eye trauma is one of them. Anytime you suspect there is trauma or minor injury to the eye, get on the phone and contact your optometrist. In some cases, s/he’ll provide information about […]
Telling someone not to stare at the sun is relatively easy because our eyes can’t stand to look at the sun for any length of time. However, the reflection of the sun’s UV rays from a gorgeous layer of snow is a different matter. Protect Your Eyes When Playing In the Snow We know our […]
From the eyelashes or food products to the odd piece of dirt or other debris, it’s inevitable that you or someone you love will wind up with a small foreign object in one or both eyes. In most cases, minor foreign object removal can often be done safely at home. That said, there are cases […]
