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Questions to Ask at Your Next Eye Exam

Comprehensive Eye Exams in Fredericksburg, VA

Date: 12.27.2020 | Posted by: Access Eye

A comprehensive eye exam is a valuable opportunity to understand and manage your ocular health. Spending a few minutes gathering your thoughts and preparing a list of questions for the doctor can help you get the most out of your eye exam. Read on as Access Eye suggests what to ask...

Debunking Common Myths About Contacts

Date: 11.27.2020 | Posted by: Access Eye

Approximately 45 million Americans wear contact lenses, yet misinformation abounds about these popular corrective aids. Read on as the experienced team at Access Eye dispels some of the most common myths about contacts, giving you the accurate information you need to make decisions about your vision correction.

Glasses vs. Contacts for Astigmatism

Eyeglass & Contact Options in Fredericksburg

Date: 10.28.2020 | Posted by: Access Eye

Astigmatism is one of the most frequently misunderstood conditions we see at Access Eye. It is also extremely common — most of us probably have some degree of astigmatism. Astigmatism means that the cornea, or the clear covering of the eye, is irregularly curved. A healthy cornea has an even, round...

What Causes Yellow Eyes?

Date: 09.28.2020 | Posted by: Access Eye

Your eyes provide important clues about your general health. If you notice that the white part of the eye, called the sclera, have taken on a yellowish tinge, there is reason to believe something serious may be happening to your body that requires medical attention. Read on to learn more about...

Can Eating Certain Foods Improve Your Eye Health?

Date: 08.29.2020 | Posted by: Access Eye

Watching what you eat is a simple and effective way to protect your eyesight and promote ocular health. Certain nutrients are believed to prevent, minimize or delay the onset of sight-stealing eye diseases. Read on as Access Eye shares a list of eye-friendly foods to incorporate into your diet.

Why Great Vision Is Important to Athletes

Date: 07.30.2020 | Posted by: Access Eye

If you play sports professionally or recreationally, you know how important great vision is. The ability to see a fastball flying at you or to shift your focus from a golf ball to the target and back is absolutely crucial to your game. Read on as the team at Access Eye...

Systemic Conditions Associated With Dry Eye Disease

Date: 06.30.2020 | Posted by: Access Eye

In many cases, dry eye disease can be properly managed with the use of anti-inflammatory medications, artificial tears and antibiotics. But the experts at Access Eye have treated patients who do not respond to these treatments and achieve the relief they deserve. Sometimes, it is because dry eye disease is caused...

COVID-19 Eye Safety Update: Protect Your Eyes From Excessive Screen Time

COVID-19 Eye Safety Update to protect eyes from excessive screen time

Date: 05.06.2020 | Posted by: Access Eye

With more people working or learning from home due to COVID-19, screen time is on the rise. But prolonged time spent looking at a screen — whether it belongs to a laptop, computer monitor or smartphone — is detrimental to the health of your eyes. It can lead to uncomfortable symptoms...

COVID-19 Eye Safety Update: Glasses Are Safer Than Contacts

COVID-19 Eye Safety Update about Contacts & Glasses

Date: 04.06.2020 | Posted by: Access Eye

The Access Eye team cares deeply about the health and safety of our patients, particularly during these trying times. We feel a duty to educate our patients as to how they can avoid getting or spreading COVID-19. As eyecare providers, we are especially concerned about our patients who wear contact lenses....

Why Do I Need My Eyes Dilated During an Exam?

Date: 03.07.2020 | Posted by: Access Eye

At Access Eye, we are often asked why dilation is necessary during an eye exam. Dilating your eyes is essential to getting a clear view of your eye’s internal structures. This allows us to check for signs of diseases that threaten your vision. If our doctors were to examine your eyes...