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Official Optica Blog
Understanding Headaches Behind the Eyes: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Headaches are common ailments that can be particularly distressing when they manifest as pain behind the eyes. A headache localised in this area can range from a dull ache to a sharp and stabbing sensation, and while often benign, understanding the potential causes and treatments can help alleviate the discomfort....
- Tags: Blue Light, Care
Glasses For Oval Face: 12 Best Glasses for Oval Faces
Are you on a quest to find the right glasses that fit your oval face? No matter what your face shape may be, know that there's a perfect pair of eyeglasses out there. Over the years, eyeglasses have evolved into a fashion statement. Choosing the right pair of glasses would...
Computer Glasses vs. Blue Light Glasses - Know the Difference
You might have contemplated purchasing a set of safety glasses to use when using digital devices. When you come across all complicated jargon and diverse styles in the protective eyewear business, you undoubtedly step back. There are many names and commercials that it's quite impossible to know and choose the...
Eye Strain: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment
Asthenopia, more commonly known as eye strain, is a condition that manifests as discomfort or even pain in and around the eyes. This unsettling feeling typically results from intense, prolonged use of the eyes - be it reading, writing, driving for long stretches, or gazing at digital screens (computers, smartphones,...
- Tags: Care
What Is Hyperopia? (Long Sightedness)
Hyperopia, also known as farsightedness or long-sightedness, is a common vision condition in which distant objects can be seen clearly, but close ones do not come into proper focus. This happens when the light that enters your eye lands behind your retina, rather than directly on it. The eyeball of...
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What Is Myopia? (Short Sightedness)
Myopia, also known as short-sightedness or nearsightedness, is a complex vision condition that arises due to a combination of genetic, environmental, and lifestyle factors. Genetically, myopia often runs in families, indicating that individuals with nearsighted parents are more likely to develop the condition. What are the causes of Myopia? Environmentally,...
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Types of Contact Lenses: A Comprehensive Guide
Contact lenses have dramatically revolutionized the world of optometry, offering an unprecedented level of freedom to people with vision impairments. However, with a variety of options now available in the market, choosing the right pair can be overwhelming. Let’s dive into the world of contact lenses and uncover the...
- Tags: contact lens, guide
