Eye Care Blog
Decoding Your Eye Prescription: Essential Information You Should Understand
Are you someone who wears glasses or contact lenses? Have you ever wondered about the significance of the numbers and abbreviations on your eye prescription? Initially, understanding your eye prescription may seem daunting, but once you grasp the key components,...
Introducing Adrianna Jensen, M.D.
We are thrilled to announce that Adrianna Jensen, M.D. will be joining our team September 2024! We are now booking appointments for Dr. Jensen. Adrianna Jensen, M.D., is a board-certified ophthalmologist and American Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive...
Understanding Floaters, Flashes, and Ocular Migraines
This blog provides insights into floaters, flashes, and ocular migraines, offering valuable information on causes, symptoms, and preventive measures. Understanding these eye conditions is crucial for timely intervention and care.
Introducing Nicole Wicks
Welcome to the Eye Care Center of Northern Colorado, where we're dedicated to guiding you through your journey to better vision with our personalized LASIK Surgery Concierge service. Nicole is our LASIK Surgery Concierge; she brings a wealth of knowledge and...
The Health Exam You Didn’t Know You Needed
Eye Care Center of Northern Colorado and the American Academy of Ophthalmology say blindness is often preventable with regular exams Longmont, CO May 10, 2024 — If you’re like most Americans surveyed in a recent Harris Poll, you probably thought you would notice...
Fear of Eye Surgery
If you are considering vision correction surgery, it’s normal that you feel a bit apprehensive about the procedure. It’s our natural instinct to protect our eyes, so the thought of a laser or blade even approaching this delicate area understandably prompts anxiety or...
Introducing Dr. Taylor Bowman
Dr. Bowman is excited to join the Eye Care Center, a physician-owned, multi-specialty Ophthalmology practice and the opportunity to work alongside the physicians to provide excellent eye care to the community. Learn More About Taylor
Announcing Dr. Wolford’s Retirement!
After a successful and impactful career spanning four decades, Dr. Jane Wolford is announcing her retirement from the practice of optometry. Over the past seven years, Dr. Wolford has been an integral part of our practice at the Eye Care Center of Northern Colorado....
LASIK Eye Surgery Explained
When you receive LASIK treatment at the Eye Care Center of Northern Colorado, you have access to cutting-edge technology and highly-rated doctors. Our Longmont office uses OptiLASIK™ Laser Vision Correction, which customizes advanced surgical technologies for your...
So You’re Not a Candidate For LASIK ? | Eye Care Center of Northern Colorado
If you don’t qualify for LASIK you still have options including EVO VISIAN ICL, PRK and Refractive Lens Exchange. Read Eye Care Center of Northern Colorado’s blog to learn more.
Why You Should See a LASIK Specialist (and Be Wary of Heavy Discounts)
About 20 years ago, advancements in medical technology managed to do something miraculous: correct your vision so you can see without contact lenses or glasses. If you’ve been living for years with blurry vision, the idea of waking up in the morning and being able to...
Preventative Eye Care
Our ability to see the world around us is something we can take for granted. Loss of sight, suddenly or over time, can be devastating to our lives. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to prevent and reduce eye injury and deterioration. Here are ten tips for...
Physician Spotlight: Melissa Burton, OD
Dr. Melissa Burton, OD graduated from the University of Michigan and attended Graduate School at the Illinois Eye Institute, in Chicago. During her 4th year of Graduate School rotations here in Colorado she met her husband, Josh, who is originally from Manitou...
FDA Warning
To: All healthcare facilities in Colorado From: Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment The FDA is warning consumers and health care practitioners not to purchase and immediately discontinue using EzriCare Artificial Tears, Delsam Pharma’s Artificial...
Cool Shades — Sunglasses and Why It’s Important to Wear Them in the Winter
As you get ready to welcome chillier months, adding sunglasses to your arsenal of cold-weather gear might be the last thing on your mind. But when the temperature starts to drop, sunglasses should be one of the top winter accessories on your list. Sunglasses are...
Heal Better. Cut Down Your Cataract Surgery Recovery Time with Our Do’s and Don’ts
Your eyes are itchy. You’ve looked in the mirror and noticed they look almost cloudy. Maybe you see a small bump near your eye, or your vision is getting worse. The culprit could be a cataract. Cataracts affect millions of people every year. It’s an ailment most...
Eyes Feeling Itchy and Dry? How to Prevent and Treat Dry Eye Syndrome
As the leaves turn yellow and the pumpkins appear on front porches, you might notice another sign of the season that’s far less welcome: dry, itchy eyes. Dry eyes impact nearly 16 million Americans. Colder, drier air has less moisture, which can cause irritation and...
Blue Light Blocking Glasses Are All the Rage. But Do They Really Work?
With all the additional time you’ve been spending on screens since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, you might’ve noticed a change in your eyes. Many people spending hours in front of a screen every day have experienced dry eyes, eye fatigue, and headaches. This...
Voted Best of Boulder County!
Voted BEST Eye Care and Best Medical Facility in the Times Call Readers Choice Awards! Voted BEST Lasik/Laser Eye Facility/Lasik Surgeon in Boulder County Gold! Also Voted BEST Eye Care in East Boulder County Gold 2022!
5 Ways to Protect Your Eyes from Too Much Screen Time
In our modern world, screen time is a necessity. Between jobs or school, social engagement, entertainment, and everyday tasks, the average American spends seven hours looking at screens each day. And now that remote work is the norm in many jobs, people are spending...
Cataract Symptoms and Causes: When Should I Go to the Eye Doctor?
As you age, it’s normal for your eyes to change. Nearly every person over the age of 50 develops farsightedness and needs reading glasses. But some other changes to your eyes might be cause for concern. The most common one is cataracts. Around the world, cataracts are...
Polarized Sunglasses: Are They Better for Your Eyes?
As the summer season rolls in, you might find yourself shopping for warm weather favorites: swimsuits, shorts, and of course, sunglasses! With all the fun options for sunglasses out there, it can be hard to know how to choose a pair. And just when you’ve...
Text Optical Department!
You can now text our Optical Department at (303) 622-0630 with “Appointment” between 8:00 am and 5:00 pm M – F! Text messages left over a weekend or holiday will not be seen until the following work day. This unique phone number is solely dedicated to this new...
How to Read an Eye Prescription: Here’s What You Need to Know
Even before Covid, most Americans spent a whole lot of time on phones, computers, and tablets. Now that working from home is here to stay and virtual meetings are the new norm, your screen time probably won’t be decreasing any time soon. With all the time you...