What is a Stye. What causes them? How do I prevent them? If you find yourself troubled by a small pimple-like growth on the inside or outside of your eye, you may be afflicted by a stye. While styes tend to be harmless and will most often heal on their own, knowing some simple facts…
Beth Coleman of the Minnesota Optometric Association paid Uptown Eye Care a surprise visit in late August. Our very own Dr Mary Gregory was chosen as the 2019 Minnesota Optometrist of the Year! We were all so surprised and excited for her to be recognized as an exceptional optometrist who practices at the forefront of…
Many working people participate in professional organizations, some of which help ensure a professional’s capabilities and expertise, and optometry is no different! We find that participating in professional groups such as these helps us to expand our knowledge and understanding of what we do and, in turn, better serve our patients. Here is some information…
Studies Show that Myopia Control Can Be Effective For several years, eye care researchers and practitioners have looked for treatments to cure or slow nearsightedness, or myopia. This issue, which has increased in the United States and across the world in the last few decades, affects about 30% of teens and children, making it one…
Rare Green Eyes Lots of genetic traits are rare. For example, left-handedness occurs in just 10% of the world’s population, only 11% have naturally curly hair, and a mere 4% have blonde hair. But of all of the seven billion-plus people on planet Earth, only 2% can claim to have one unique trait. So, what…
When we think about caring for our bodies and our health in the winter, we often think about wearing layers of clothing for warmth, making sure our skin is covered, and getting exercise despite being cooped up indoors. In addition to taking these seasonal precautions for our health and safety, it’s important to also make…
Halloween comes but once a year. It is a day to put on a costume, gorge on candy, and maybe go all out with facial makeup to add to a fun or scary look. Completing that look with colored or special effect novelty contacts can provide polish for any costume. Finishing your outfit with specialized,…
It’s that time of year again – the leaves are turning, the air is crisp, and your allergies are flaring up! The American College of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology (ACAAI) estimates that in the United States, about 50 million people suffer from seasonal allergies – and unfortunately, this number is likely to increase. About 30…
August is here, which means school is just around the corner! As technology becomes more and more central in our lives, kids are likely to spend as much time in front of the screen during the school year – if not more – than ever. Parents worry about how much screen time their children get,…
Have you ever been diagnosed with astigmatism? There’s a very good chance you have – according to the American Academy of Ophthalmology, about one in three people in the United States has the condition. Though the name may suggest otherwise (it’s not “a stigmatism”), there really is no stigma to this common condition. What is…
