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Comprehensive eye care includes a range of services to maintain optimal eye health and vision. It includes regular eye exams, diagnosis and treatment of eye conditions, prescription of corrective lenses, and advice on eye health and safety. Comprehensive eye care addresses both vision correction and the prevention and management of eye diseases.

An optometrist provides primary vision care, prescribes glasses or contact lenses, and performs pre and post-op surgery care. They also diagnose, treat, and manage eye disease. On the other hand, ophthalmologists specialize in eye surgery, disease management, and advanced treatments, i.e., Cataract Surgery, LASIK, and Retinal Detachment Repair) for complex eye conditions.

Nearsightedness, also known as myopia, is a vision condition in which you see close objects clearly, but distant objects appear blurry. This happens when your eyeball is slightly too long, or the cornea has too much curvature that focuses light rays in front of the retina instead of directly on it. The use of glasses or contacts can bend the light rays to land properly on your retina, letting you see faraway objects clearly.

Some of the steps that can be taken in order to control myopia in children include limiting screen time, ensuring proper lighting while reading, encouraging outdoor activities to reduce eye strain, and regular check-ups. Prescription eyeglasses or contact lenses may correct vision, while newer methods like low-dose atropine eye drops or orthokeratology (night-time contact lenses) can slow progression.

Yes, glaucoma can be diagnosed by an OD that is glaucoma-certified. This is done through a variety of eye tests, including tonometry (a test to measure eye pressure), optic nerve tests, and visual field testing. If symptoms are present, optometrists may refer patients to an ophthalmologist for further treatment.

Yes, blurred vision can occur due to dry eyes. The tear film in the eyes becomes unstable when there are insufficient oils or insufficient tears, resulting in an abnormal composition of tears on the ocular surface. This can lead to blurry vision, mainly while performing activities that require prolonged visual focus, e.g., reading and use of digital screens.