A lot of people don't realize how important it is to have regular eye exams, especially when you have diabetes.  Studies have found that eye problems are more common then heart and kidney problems when you are a diabetic.  Dr. Whitney has tools to monitor your eyes and to make sure that you are on the right track to healthy vision.  Read this article from the American Optometric Association to learn even more about diabetic eye care here.

Have  you ever really considered how much your dietary habits really affect your vision and other aspects of  your life?  Nutrition standards are constantly evolving but it is important to make sure you get your proper nutrients and exercise!  Read this article by the National Optometric Association to learn a little more about how your lifestyle is affecting your vision.

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Have you been in to our office lately to see our selection of Wiley X sunglasses?

Wiley X is featured in the new award winning film, "American Sniper," and we know why! 

Not only are they comfortable, stylish, and affordable but they are also a great Safety Glass option.

We love this brand so much that we even recommended it to many of our soldiers that left on deployment with the 222nd.  

The frames are available in a variety of styles and colors and we can tailor the lenses to any eye care need.

Come in and see why you will love Wiley X Sunglasses just as much as we do!  

Are you caring for your contacts properly? Here are some good tips to go over to ensure healthy contact wearing habits. 

• Always wash your hands prior to handling your contacts.
• Daily disposable contact lenses are designed to be worn once and then thrown away, you don’t have to worry about the hassle of cleaning or storing the lenses.  
• For soft contacts, find a  solution that conditions, cleans, removes protein, disinfects, rinses and stores soft contact lenses. We recommend Biotrue by Bausch + Lomb or Pure Moist by Alcon. 

• Never reuse solution.
• Replace your lens case every month.
• Never wear your contacts longer then your Dr. Prescribes. Lenses are designed for specific wearing times.Depending on what’s best for your eyes, your eye care professional may recommend a lens designed for daily replacement, a lens designed for two weeks of daily wear, or a lens designed for one month of daily wear.Regardless, it’s really important to follow the replacement schedule your eye doctor gave you – it tells you when you need new lenses. Following it will keep your eyes safe and comfortable – so make sure you stick to it.

Crizal No-Glare Lenses will make you see better, look better, and feel better.

• See better with the reduce glare from light in oncoming traffic or other lights
• You'll look better because people will see your eyes and not your glasses
• Feel better with fewer headaches and less eye fatigue

Crizal Lenses also resist scratching, smudges, dust, and and repel water.  They are more durable and can be guaranteed for up to two years not to scratch. 
Oh and did we mention they have an Eye-Sun Protection Factor of 25. This helps to prevent cataracts and other eye disease.

Come in and we will help you pick the right Crizal lens for your needs!

Whether you are a first time contact lens wearer or not, make sure you see your eye doctor once a year to ensure an accurate prescription. 

Now that you have your lenses here is what the American Optometric Association recommends to do to take care of them... 

1. Always wash your hands before handling contact lenses.
   
   
2. Carefully and regularly clean contact lenses, as directed by your optometrist. Rub the contact lenses with fingers and rinse thoroughly before soaking lenses overnight in sufficient multi-purpose solution to completely cover the lens.
   
   
3. Store lenses in the proper lens storage case and replace the case at a minimum of every three months. Clean the case after each use, and keep it open and dry between cleanings.
   
   
4. Use only products recommended by your optometrist to clean and disinfect your lenses. Saline solution and re-wetting drops are not designed to disinfect lenses.
   
   
5. Only fresh solution should be used to clean and store contact lenses. Never re-use old solution. Contact lens solution must be changed according to the manufacturer's recommendations, even if the lenses are not used daily.
   
   
6. Always follow the recommended contact lens replacement schedule prescribed by your optometrist.
   

Have you been thinking about colored contact lenses? We are glad to announce that we now carry the NEW Air Optix Colors! Visit their website to virtually experience as many Air Optix Colors as you would like!

Whether you are looking for a subtle or vibrant effect, AIR OPTIX®COLORS contact lenses offer an option for you. With AIR OPTIX® COLORS contact lenses, enjoy breathable*, comfortable, and beautiful contact lens wear in a full range of colors—with or without vision correction.

• Stunning eye color that feels as good as it looks
• Breathable* for healthy-looking eyes
• A unique, smooth surface for consistent comfort