Three bad habits that are hurting your eyes
Our eyes help us to see the world around us. They make it possible for us to drive, read the written word and observe the beauty of Mother Nature. Our eyes are also incredibly durable. In fact, they’re one of the fastest healing body parts. With adequate care, a corneal scratch can heal in a period of as little as two days. However, our eyes are not invincible.
Certain bad habits can lead to slow but steady damage, ultimately leading to vision loss. Here’s a closer look at three of the most common bad vision-related habits that are easy to avoid.
Not wearing sunglasses. Every time you go outside, your eyes are exposed to the sun’s UV-A and UV-B rays. These rays don’t just damage your skin, they negatively impact the health of your eyes. Protecting your vision is as easy as wearing a pair of UV-blocking sunglasses. Make sure to wear your sunglasses on cloudy days as well; UV rays are always present.
Staring at electronic screens. Modern work and recreation involve spending long periods of time looking at electronic screens. Whether you’re writing emails to colleagues or using a smartphone to catch up on the latest news, all of that exposure to blue light causes strain. Computer vision syndrome causes dry eyes and irritation. If your job requires you to work at a computer, make sure to take frequent breaks and look away from your workspace whenever possible.
Sleeping with your contacts in. Breathable contacts are amazing, and while some brands claim you can wear them overnight, doing so prevents your eyes from breathing or adequately creating tears. To avoid infection or potential corneal damage, take your contacts out every night and put them in a clean case with fresh lens solution.
By keeping these three things in mind, your eyes are sure to benefit. And don’t forget, if it’s time to schedule your annual eye exam or stock up on contacts, contact the team at Utah Eye Centers today.
Return to school with fashionable glasses
In the next few weeks, kids and teachers will be headed back-to-school for another year of reading, writing and arithmetic.
Summer fun will be left behind with its swimming, camping and constant outdoor life. In place of those carefree days is the return to routines, chores, and normalcy.
As you prepare for the new school year, you might want to think about returning looking cool and fashionable. One of the easiest ways to do that and skip the department stores is by getting fit for a new pair of great-looking glasses.
Sure, many of us need glasses to see the blackboard and our homework assignments, but that doesn’t mean they have to be boring by any means.
At Utah Eye Centers we have a wealth of glasses from traditional wireframes to the latest style so you can return to school looking pretty fine. Stop in and visit us and we can show you all of the new glasses that we carry, as well as make sure the fit is perfect, so you look as smart as you are.
Call us today and schedule an appointment; you might want to think about getting an eye exam while you’re at. The specialists at Utah Eye Center are ready to help you look and feel your absolute best for the new school year ahead, and beyond.