Can Sunglasses Be Prescribed Too?
https://newyorkstyleoptometry.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Sequence-03-posted.mp4 When the sun is shining, sunglasses are a must-have accessory. But if you rely on corrective lenses, you might ask: Can sunglasses be prescription too? The answer is a resounding yes. Prescription sunglasses combine vision correction and UV protection in one stylish package—so you never have to sacrifice clarity for comfort. Here’s everything you […]
How to Tell if Your Glasses Are Outdated
https://newyorkstyleoptometry.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Sequence-01-posted.mp4 Your glasses are more than a vision aid—they’re a daily accessory that affects comfort, clarity, and style. Over time, even the highest-quality lenses and frames can stop performing at their best. Read on to discover the key signs your glasses are outdated, and why upgrading sooner rather than later benefits both your eyesight and […]
Tips for Healthier Eyes: Boost Your Eye Health with These Simple Strategies
While most of the kids I knew were still fighting vegetables, I became a little obsessed with them. Unfortunately, eating an unreasonable number of carrots did not prevent me from needing glasses by the time I turned ten years old. For me, genetics probably play a big role in why my vision started going bad, […]
Children and Computer Vision Syndrome: Protecting Young Eyes in a Digital World
Computer use has become a routine part of kids’ lives. Surveys show the average American child spends one to three hours daily on a computer while surfing the Internet, doing homework, talking online with friends and playing video games. About 90% of school-aged children in the U.S. have access to a computer at home or […]
Preparing for an Eye Exam: What to Expect and How to Get Ready
Eyecare experts recommend you have a complete eye exam every one to three years, depending on your age, risk factors, and physical condition. Children Some experts estimate that approximately 5 percent to 10 percent of pre-schoolers and 25 percent of school-aged children have vision problems. According to the American Optometric Association (AOA), all children should […]