by Wentzville Vision | Jul 29, 2021 | Eye Disease, Peripheral Vision, Retinitis Pigmentosa
Retinitis pigmentosa (RP) is a group of very rare eye diseases that is hereditary and can lead to vision loss. But is there a cure? Here we take a look at this disorder. What is Retinitis Pigmentosa? This group of eye diseases involves changes to your...
by Wentzville Vision | Jul 20, 2021 | Dry Eyes, Eye Drops, Fish Oil
Do you struggle with dry eyes? You might have heard that fish oil provides relief, but is it the right solution for you? Keep reading to learn the latest about this possible dry-eye remedy. There are many reasons you might have dry eyes, a condition that causes...
by Wentzville Vision | Jul 15, 2021 | Eye Health, Improve Eyesight, Vision Loss
Maybe your mother told you as a child that eating carrots can improve eyesight, or maybe you’ve heard it elsewhere. Wherever you learned it, the question remains: Is it myth or truth? The answer is that yes, under certain circumstances, the nutrients in this popular...
by Wentzville Vision | Jul 9, 2021 | Eye Health, Glaucoma, Vision Loss
Glaucoma is a group of eye diseases, and each type is different. The two most common forms are open-angle glaucoma, and closed-angle glaucoma. These two types of glaucoma in particular have several things in common: High eye pressure is the greatest risk factor They...
by Wentzville Vision | Jul 6, 2021 | Astigmatism, Contact Lenses, Eye Health
People with astigmatism need to wear contact lenses that are especially for their condition. If you have astigmatism, you’ll want to learn these details about the three types of contacts. What is Astigmatism? In people without astigmatism, the cornea of...
by Wentzville Vision | Jun 24, 2021 | Eye Care, Eye Health, Summer Eye Protection
Summer is just around the corner, and you know what that means: More fun in the sun. But some of those fun activities and additional hours spent in the sunlight can put your eye health at risk. Make eye care a priority with our top 10 ways to focus on eye...
by Wentzville Vision | Jun 16, 2021 | Eye Anatomy, Eye Health, Optic Nerve
So many of us take our vision for granted. We open our eyes and we are able to focus on images and see color, details and depth. But it’s not that simple. There are a number of parts of the human eye that all work in tandem to process light so that the brain...
by Wentzville Vision | Jun 10, 2021 | Loss of Vision, Stroke Affects, Vision Problems
Stroke affects a number of physical abilities, including limb function, fine motor skills, and vision. Nearly 66% of stroke victims will experience some changes in vision. Here are 10 facts about vision and how it relates to stroke. Loss of vision after stroke...
by Wentzville Vision | Jun 3, 2021 | Cool Finds, Fashion, Sunglasses
Wondering what to get Dad for Father’s Day this year? Protect his eyes with some cool new sunglasses. Whether his style is sporty or classic, we have a variety of options that he’s sure to love. Why Polarized Sunglasses Lenses? Once Dad experiences...
by Wentzville Vision | May 19, 2021 | Eye Health, High Blood Pressure, Vision Problems
High blood pressure isn’t just about your heart. It can cause a variety of problems throughout your entire body, including your vision. Here’s why and what you need to know. Just like your other organs, your eyes depend on blood flow to work properly. If you...
