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At Upper Appleby Eyecare, we help children like yours achieve a clear and comfortable vision, so they can succeed at the important things in life. Methods of Myopia Correction Contact Lenses  Contacts can be a great choice, especially for physically active children or teens who don’t want to worry about breaking or misplacing their eyeglasses. In some cases of very high myopia, contact lenses can offer a clearer vision than glasses.  Corrective contact lenses are usually placed in the eyes upon waking and removed at night before bedtime. There are several types, including soft contacts, daily disposables, extended wear, and rigid gas permeable (hard)…

You’ve likely experienced occasional visual “floaters” or flashes and may have wondered what they were and if they’re a cause for concern. They look like tiny lines, shapes, shadows, or specks that appear to be drifting in the visual field. More often than not, seeing floaters is a normal occurrence and does not indicate a problem with ocular or visual health. However, when floaters become more frequent and are accompanied by flashes of light, that can indicate a more serious problem.  Eye flashes resemble star-like specks or strands of light that either flash or flicker in one’s field of vision. They…

Do your eyes hurt after spending a significant amount of time reading, playing video games, driving, or staring at a screen? These visually intense activities can sometimes be hard on the eyes, causing uncomfortable symptoms like headaches and blurry vision. Other symptoms of eye strain can include light sensitivity, neck and shoulder pain, trouble concentrating, and burning or itchy eyes.  Fortunately, preventing painful computer vision syndrome and eye fatigue symptoms can be as simple as trying a few of these eye exercises. To learn more about digital eye strain and discover the best relief options for you, call Upper Appleby Eyecare…