For how common myopia is, it might be surprising to learn that there isn’t a “cure” for it. Short of developing superpowers after being bitten by a radioactive spider, there is currently no way to reverse myopia, though it can be managed, treated, and even slowed down. Myopia happens when the eye elongates over time, […]
Nearsightedness, more clinically known as myopia, is extremely common, and it affects millions of children worldwide. And for parents who already have myopia, it’s much more likely for a child to develop the same condition. Fortunately, our team at Fontana Optometric Group has a list of ways you can help slow your kid’s myopia progression! […]
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Screen time is the amount of time a person spends staring at digital displays including computers, tablets, smartphones, and TVs. In our modern and technology-focused world children are spending time on digital displays for educational and recreational purposes. Children who spend several hours on digital devices are at risk of developing vision-related problems. Average Time […]
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Childhood is a critical time for vision development. Nearly 80% of what a child learns in school is presented visually. Arguably making vision the most important of the five senses. Visual skills start developing during pregnancy and continue to evolve and develop as a child grows. Undetected vision problems can cause developmental and educational delays […]
Have you considered getting online eye tests? The idea of being able to get an eyeglass prescription and buy glasses without a trip to the eye doctor may sound appealing. Before ditching the traditional eye exams, there are a few things you need to know! Online Eye Tests The most important thing to know about […]
Lazy eye, or amblyopia, occurs when one eye fails to reach normal visual acuity, even with prescription lenses. In most cases, this begins in infancy and early childhood. If left untreated, lazy eye can result in blindness, loss of vision, or the abnormal development of a child’s eyes. What causes lazy eye? Lazy eye occurs […]
As you may know, the sun’s harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays can cause damage to your skin, but how often do you think about the damage these rays can cause to your eyes? What about your child’s eyes? At a young age, children’s eyes are still developing, and with the substantial time they spend outdoors, it […]
Have you noticed tiny shadows cast upon objects you are looking at? Do you see small spots in your vision when looking at a clear or overcast sky? You may be seeing floaters and spots in your field of vision. What is the spot in my vision? It is completely normal to see spots or […]
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