Jenn - July 25, 2021

Aging eyes change just like aging joints, bones and other parts of the body. By the time you turn 40, your eyes’ natural lenses are not as flexible as they were in your younger years. As they lose flexibility, they cannot focus as well from near to far. This causes your near vision to worsen as part of a condition called presbyopia. As a result, you realize you need reading glasses.

Jenn - July 4, 2021

Most American adults have heard about cataracts, the clouding of your eye lens that typically happens as part of aging. But fewer people have heard of traumatic cataracts, those caused by injury to the eye. Below, we explore this type of traumatic eye damage and the treatment available to you at Clarity Vision Eye Care Centers in North Carolina and Virginia.

Jenn - June 25, 2021

Few things are more exciting than watching your baby explore their new world after birth. Your baby’s vision is well developed at birth when compared to many other mammals. But most new parents ask the same question. That is, “When can my baby see me?” We explore answers to this question and others, below.

Jenn - June 4, 2021

Warm weather and longer days invite you to head outside and soak up some rays. But have you ever wondered about how to keep your eyes safe during summer months? Do you think about the common question, “Can eyes get sunburned?” Below, we answer these questions and look at five key tips for getting your eyes summer ready. After all, it is the goal of everyone at Clarity Vision Eye Care Centers to help you ensure your best eye health for years to come.

Jenn - May 29, 2021

Conditions like dry eyes can occur because of aging, allergies or environmental changes. But many people do not realize that red, watery or itchy eyes can also occur as side effects of medications. The same is true of blurry vision. Even more importantly, dry eyes are not the only vision problems caused by medications.

Jenn - May 4, 2021

As mentioned in a previous Clarity Vision blog called “Dilation vs. Optomap,” Optomap technology offers many benefits as part of your routine eye exam. These advantages of digital retinal imaging are particularly noteworthy when compared to traditional dilation. Below, we expand on our series on this subject by exploring the many Optomap benefits.

Jenn - April 25, 2021

Are you wondering where to find lenses in Smithfield, NC? Do you need glasses or contacts and struggle to find a great selection in the styles you prefer? With Clarity Vision in Smithfield, you no longer have to settle for second best, only a few options or limited styles. Clarity Vision offers a wide selection for every member of your family.

Jenn - April 7, 2021

Do you need glasses? About 60 percent of people around the world need vision correction and you could be one of them. But you should not worry too much over your struggle to see things clearly. Most people can have 20/20 vision with their eye doctor’s help. Of course, the first step is to see your eye doctor for a vision exam.

Jenn - March 25, 2021

Blindness is an absence or loss of vision in both eyes, making a person unable to see anything. But many people use the word “blind” to refer to poor vision. This word also strikes fear in those who worry about not being able to see at some point in their lives. So, what is it, how does it occur and how can you prevent yourself from going blind?

Jenn - March 5, 2021

Spring is just around the corner, creating the perfect weather for getting engaged in a wide variety of sports activities. But some of these sports make you more vulnerable to eye injuries and even vision loss. It is important to understand eye safety and protect your eyes to maintain your sight.