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Can Wearing the Wrong Prescription Glasses Damage Your Eyes?

It’s typical for vision changes to happen as you age. However, many people don’t realize that this means their prescription also needs to be updated. Wearing the wrong prescription glasses won’t permanently damage your eyes, but it can cause discomfort and vision issues such blurred vision, eyestrain, dizziness, and headaches. Many people try to make…
An image of a pair of corrective lenses in focus, sitting on a desk, and in the background, unfocused, is a boy sitting at the desk with his arms crossed.

Can Myopia Be Reversed?

Is it possible to reverse myopia? That's a question many of those with nearsightedness have probably asked at one point or another. Glasses can correct this common refractive error but can’t turn the clock back. Myopia can’t be reversed, but myopia control can slow its progression in kids whose eyes are still growing. Regular eye…
An image of a pair of corrective lenses in focus, sitting on a desk, and in the background, unfocused, is a boy sitting at the desk with his arms crossed.

What Causes Myopia to Worsen?

Myopia, also known as nearsightedness, is a common vision problem affecting many people worldwide. Some projections even state that 50% of the world’s population will be myopic by 2050.  Myopia occurs when the eye’s shape or length prevents light from focusing correctly on the retina, resulting in blurred distance vision. While optometrists can correct this…

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Wexford

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Perrysville

We’re located on Brooktree Find us just off Perry Highway next to Allegheny North Veterinary Hospital. Give us a call if you have any trouble locating our office.

Gibsonia

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We carry a variety of fashion-forward brands, so you’re sure to find a pair glasses that suit your style and vision needs. Once we determine your prescription, our friendly and knowledgeable opticians will help you find the perfect frames and fit for you. 

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