by Brian Looney, Doctor of Optometry | Feb 8, 2018 | Optical News
The National Eye Institute has designated February as Low Vision Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness about visual impairment and rehabilitation for those living with the condition. An estimated 3 million Americans age 40 and older are living with low vision,...
by Brian Looney, Doctor of Optometry | Jan 10, 2018 | Optical News
Happy New Year! As we ring in a fresh, new year, it’s human nature to consider ways to improve our life experience. These can range from the simple (Drink more water) to the complex (Raise funds for a passion project) to the philosophical (Bark less, wag more)....
by Brian Looney, Doctor of Optometry | Dec 5, 2017 | Optical News
LASIK eye surgery may mean freedom from dependence on corrective lenses – but it’s not right for everybody. Learn whether you’re a good candidate and what to consider as you weigh your decision. LASIK is a type of refractive eye surgery that uses an...
by Brian Looney, Doctor of Optometry | Nov 6, 2017 | Optical News
FLEX YOUR DOLLARS, LOVE YOUR EYES: 5 THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS “Tis the season to be jolly” and tax-savvy as well. As the year end approaches, it’s time to remember your Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and put it to good...
by Brian Looney, Doctor of Optometry | Oct 23, 2017 | Optical News
According to a 2016 UV protection report by the Vision Council 75{292cc3b5301b60554126ab1d65e6244992d5e505d8a733ba82d7605faad99183} of Americans are concerned about UV eye exposure yet only 31{292cc3b5301b60554126ab1d65e6244992d5e505d8a733ba82d7605faad99183} wear...
by Brian Looney, Doctor of Optometry | Oct 13, 2017 | Optical News
A common question many parents have is: “When is my child old enough to wear contact lenses?” Contact lenses can offer several benefits over other forms of vision correction for kids but how do you know the timing is right? Physically, your...
