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Keep up-to-date on the latest vision-related news and eye care events in our Practice.

Too Expensive? Busting Myths About Contact Lenses for Myopia

The cost of contact lenses for myopia isn’t necessarily higher than glasses. There are budget-friendly options that provide comfort and convenience, which our eye care practice can help you explore.

What is Blue Light?

Whether you spend a significant amount of your day on a computer, tablet or smartphone, the blue light that is emitted from these devices may be harming your vision and putting you at risk for developing serious eye diseases later in life. Blue light emissions create a glare on the...

Protect Your Child’s Eye Health with MiSight Contacts

Myopia is commonly diagnosed in childhood and often worsens as kids grow, increasing their risk of developing serious eye diseases down the line, such as glaucoma, cataracts, macular degeneration or retinal detachment. At Hartland Eye Care, we’re here to help. We proudly offer CooperVision’s MiSight 1Day daily disposable contact lenses,...

Is your Child Ready for Back to School?

Undiagnosed vision and eye health problems that can interfere with academic and social success. Children often don't realize that they have a vision problem.

Its Spring! Do you Suffer with Allergy Eyes?

Eye allergies occur when the body becomes hypersensitive to a particular substance, such as pollen or dust, triggering the immune system to release histamine.

Shield Your Eyes from the Sun’s Powerful UV Rays

UV rays can damage your vision and potentially cause sight-threatening eye diseases, such as macular degeneration and cataracts.

Macular Degeneration – We can Help

People who suffer from macular degeneration tend to lose their "straight ahead" vision, making it difficult to read, drive, and recognize faces.

Do you Suffer with Spring Allergy Eyes?

Eye allergies can mean the difference between feeling energized from a morning jog and spending the rest of the day suffering from dry, itchy, irritated eyes.

Protect Your Child’s Future Vision With Myopia Management

While prescription glasses and contact lenses do a great job of correcting your child’s vision, they do nothing to protect your child’s eye health.

Offer Your Teen a Brighter Future with Ortho-K

Ortho-K has been shown to help control myopia and enable teens to see clearer and participate in activities that may have been challenging due to their vision or need for glasses.

Use your Flex Benefits for your Child’s New Glasses or Contact Lenses

By using your flex benefits you can not only get new, good quality, frames, but you can also choose to upgrade your child's glasses.

Do you have Type 1 or Type 2 Diabetes or have been Diagnosed with Pre-Diabetes?

High blood sugar levels can lead to vision loss from eye diseases like cataracts, glaucoma, and diabetic retinopathy, and the longer you’ve been living with diabetes, the greater your risks are of developing eye complications.

Myopia is on the Rise as Technology use Increases.

Is your child's myopia rapidly deteriorating? Consider myopia management. Online learning and more screen time, can negatively affect your child’s eyes causing digital eye strain or myopia. Myopia impacts your child’s school performance, learning, and athletics and can potentially lead to serious sight-robbing eye diseases later in life. The eye...

End the Eye Rubbing

Dry eye is a common condition that causes the eyes to feel sore, irritated, itchy and even watery - even though they are actually dry! Dry eyes also lead to eyelid discomfort and inflammation, and make you feel like you have something stuck in your eye. These uncomfortable symptoms can...

Your Child Depends on Vision for Learning

Get your child ready for the upcoming school year with an eye exam. Undiagnosed vision and eye health problems that can interfere with academic and social success. Children often don't realize that they have a vision problem. Since school vision screenings are unable to detect vision problems related to reading...

See Clearly Again: 3 Benefits Of Scleral Lenses For Keratoconus

In this blog, we will explore the top three reasons why scleral lenses are an excellent choice for individuals with keratoconus or other conditions that require them.

Shield Your Eyes From The Sun’s Powerful UV Rays

It is well known that the sun’s harmful UV rays can damage our skin and eyes. But did you know that even if you look away from the sun, water and other surfaces can reflect those UV rays straight into your eyes? This can damage your vision and potentially cause...

Macular Degeneration: The Advantage of Omega-3s and Blue Light Protection

Here we explore the importance of macular pigment density testing and how omega-3 and blue light protection can help prevent macular degeneration.

There is a Solution for Distorted Vision Caused By Keratoconus

Rediscover Clear Vision with Scleral Lenses for Keratoconus Keratoconus is a condition where the cornea becomes thin and deformed. This can cause vision to become distorted. In severe cases, traditional contact lenses may not provide enough correction and glasses may not fit properly due to the irregular shape of the...

Can Dry Eye Syndrome be Cured?

Discussing dry eye syndrome, a cure for the condition, and available treatments to effectively manage the symptoms.

The Link Between High Myopia and Serious Eye Diseases

High myopia – severe nearsightedness – is associated with an increased risk of serious eye diseases such as retinal detachment, glaucoma, and cataracts.

Everything You Need To Know About Keratoconus

Keratoconus is a progressive eye condition causing the cornea to thin and bulge into a cone-like shape, distorting vision. Early detection and treatment can prevent vision loss.

Can Vision Therapy Benefit A Child With a Learning Disability?

Vision therapy can address underlying visual problems that can mimic or exacerbate a learning disability.

The Importance of Regular Eye Exams in Detecting Macular Degeneration

Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) can cause severe vision loss, but early detection can help preserve your vision.

Eye Exam Saves Woman’s Life by Detecting Brain Tumor Early

Here's how eye exams helped save Katie's vision and quality of life. Call Hartland Eye Care to schedule your appointment.

How Diabetes Increases Dry Eye Risk in Children and Adolescents

Children and adolescents with diabetes are significantly more likely to suffer from dry eye syndrome (DES) than their non-diabetic peers. Read on to learn why diabetics are at higher risk, and how Hartland Eye Care can help.

Concussions & Vision Problems After a Car Accident

Car accidents can often result in a concussion, a type of traumatic brain injury that can cause vision problems.

How Long Does It Take To Switch From Glasses to Scleral Lenses?

Switching from glasses to scleral contact lenses can take several weeks. your Hartland Township eye doctor will provide instructions on how to properly insert, remove, and care for the lenses, as well as how to monitor for any potential complications. Read on to learn more.

When Should You See a Retina Specialist?

Many retinal conditions can lead to vision loss if not diagnosed early and treated promptly. If your optometrist notices signs of retinal disease, they’ll manage the condition until it's necessary to refer you to a retina specialist.

How Can Poor Vision Affect Your Child’s Behavior?

Did you know that poor visual skills can contribute to behavioral problems in children? Read on to learn how vision therapy can help address these behavioral issues and how Hartland Eye Care can help.

Experts Warn of Rising Levels Of Myopia

Discover why experts say there’s a myopia epidemic, and learn what you can do to keep your kids’ eyes healthy. Hartland Eye Care proudly offers myopia management treatments to nearsighted children for healthy and clear life-long vision.

Natural And Holistic Dry Eye Treatments

Medication doesn't always work to heal dry eye syndrome's underlying cause. The following natural and holistic remedies may relieve your eye discomfort and relieve your symptoms.

7 Eye Care Tips for the Holiday Season

Your eye experts at Hartland Eye Care have compiled our top 7 tips for keeping your eyes healthy and safe this holiday season. Let us know how else we can help!

High Blood Sugar Linked to Meibomian Gland Dysfunction

Did you know that having atrophied meibomian glands can signal uncontrolled blood sugar levels? To learn more or to schedule an appointment, contact Hartland Eye Care today!

Supplements That Slow AMD Progression

Aging comes with many blessings but also certain challenges. Having a higher risk of developing age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is one of them. Fortunately, a formulation of vitamins and minerals called AREDS2 may slow the progression of vision loss from AMD. We at Hartland Eye Care in Hartland Township offer treatment for macular degeneration and other eye diseases.

Retraining The Concussed Brain Using Neuro-Optometry

Post trauma vision syndrome (PTVS) can persist long after a concussion, making everyday tasks difficult. Luckily, neuro-optometry can treat many visual post-concussion symptoms. Learn about neuro-optometry and how it can help you.

City Kids Are More Likely To Be Nearsighted

Did you know that a risk factor for developing myopia (nearsightedness) is living in an urban area? But don’t worry – the myopia management program at Hartland Eye Care can help.

Blurred Vision And Headaches — What’s the Connection

If you suffer from headaches accompanied by blurred vision, you may have an underlying problem with your visual system. Read on to discover how blurred vision and headaches are linked, and how Hartland Eye Care can help.

What Causes a Child to Be a Slow Learner?

When a child is considered a ‘slow learner,’ parents and teachers often assume the problem is ADHD or a learning disability. Many don’t realize that a visual deficit is at the root of the problem. Find out how vision therapy can help your child succeed in school and in sports.

Raising Awareness About Keratoconus

World Keratoconus Day is celebrated every year on November 10 to raise awareness of this rare eye condition. Read on to learn about keratoconus and how it’s treated.

Protect Your Eyes With These Contact Lens Safety Tips

It's Contact Lens Safety Month, which makes it the perfect time to brush up on ways to keep your eyes and vision healthy when wearing contact lenses. Here are our top contact lens safety tips to keep your peepers happy.

Are Contact Lenses Safe For My Child?

As a parent, you want to do everything you can to protect your child’s vision. But you may be wondering if contact lenses are safe for kids. Read on to learn more about the risks and benefits of contact lenses for children.

Are You Suddenly Seeing Dark Spots? Here’s What You Should Do

Seeing floaters is common and usually nothing to worry about. Yet there are times when floaters are a sign of a serious eye condition. Here’s what you need to know about eye floaters, and how Hartland Eye Care can help!

3 Effective Ways to Relieve Dry Eyes

Dry eye syndrome is one of the most common eye conditions in the world, yet many people put up with the discomfort, even though it's very treatable. Here are tips to help you deal with your dry eye symptoms, along with treatment from your eye doctor.

Eye Exams and the Health of Your Mind and Body

Everyone's heard the adage that "the eyes are the window to the soul." But did you know that they can also be a primary window into the overall health of your body and mind?

5 Eye Symptoms You Should Never Ignore

Here are 5 eye symptoms that you should never ignore. Call Hartland Eye Care without delay if you or a loved one experiences any of these eye or vision problems.

Start The Year Right With A Pediatric Eye Exam

Every child should have a comprehensive eye exam before the start of the new school year. Just as you wouldn’t consider sending them to school without a backpack or a lunch box, make sure their eyes and vision are ready for the challenges ahead.

Can I Be Blinded By A Nerf® Gun?

Did you know that Nerf® guns, a supposedly safe children’s toy, have been shown to cause eye injury in certain cases? What makes them so dangerous?

Adjustable Glasses

Adjustable eyeglasses are an affordable non-prescription alternative to prescription eyeglasses or for the correction of minor refractive errors such as presbyopia, hyperopia (farsightedness) and myopia (nearsightedness).

Hyperopia and Your Child

Hyperopia affects near vision in children and young adults. Want to know more about hyperopia? Here we explain ways to recognize the condition and help your child if they have it.

Can Cataract Surgery Prevent Dementia?

Cataract surgery not only improves vision. Research suggests that cataract surgery may also prevent cognitive decline.

June 27 Is National Sunglasses Day!

Here’s how you can celebrate National Sunglasses Day on June 27.