by Valley Eyecare Center | Sep 28, 2022 | Ptosis
Hollywood has romanticized languid, heavy eyelids on heroes and heroines for decades. Yet for some people, these sleepy-looking eyelids present an annoyance, not a silver-screen blessing. They may sag down far enough to block vision and adversely affect a...
by Valley Eyecare Center | Sep 21, 2022 | Scratched Eye
Eye scratches, called corneal abrasions, can be scary and painful, but they often heal without any difficulties. You should always see your optometrist if you receive a wound to your eye to ensure proper treatment. How Eye Scratches Happen Many eye injuries happen...
by Valley Eyecare Center | Sep 14, 2022 | Astigmatism
Maybe you’ve heard the word “astigmatism” in passing or on a visit to the optometrist. You might have seen memes discussing what people with astigmatism see, or heard friends talking about how they have one. Misinformation abounds regarding this...
by Valley Eyecare Center | Sep 7, 2022 | Dilated Eye Exam, Dilation
If you are like most people, you do not like getting your eyes dilated for a comprehensive eye exam. Those pesky eye drops as well as the light sensitivity and blurred vision that typically follow the procedure can feel like a hassle. Truth is, however, a dilated eye...
by Valley Eyecare Center | Aug 31, 2022 | Pink Eye
Pink eye is a common, highly contagious, and treatable eye condition in children and adults. In fact, many people experience it at some point in their lives. But despite pink eye being a common eye infection, a lot of people are not well informed about it. To help...
