Eye Care Blog
UIW Study Finds Special Glasses Help Color Blind See Colors Better
University of the Incarnate Word optometry professor Dr. Jeff Rabin's recent study reveals that EnChroma glasses successfully stimulate brainwaves in areas of the brain responsible for color vision! đ§ đ The study also found a âpersistence effectâ: after 12 days of...
Why You Should Always Wear Sunglasses When Outside
Consequences of being outside frequently without sunglasses/goggle protection We mostly think of sunglasses as an implement of comfort and coolness. We spend hundreds to look just so. But did you ever think about the fact that sunglasses are protecting you from...
Regular Eye Exams: Why are they vital to your eye health?
Oftentimes we donât even realize that we canât see. In fact, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention assert that â11 million Americans over age 12 need vision correction.â Those 11 million will be utterly surprised when they realize that trees arenât just one...
What to know about Keratoconus
Keratoconus is an uncommon condition that causes a progressive thinning and bulging of the cornea, the clear front portion of the eye that focuses light into your eye helping you to see clearly. As this condition progresses, the cornea develops a cone-like bulge. This...
Contact Wear and Corneal Ulcers: How to properly care for your contacts and avoid corneal ulcers
Your cornea is delicate and vital for clear sight. The cornea, the clear front portion of your eye which covers your iris and pupil, is responsible for focusing the light that enters your eye. If your cornea is unhealthy, your vision is affected. Corneal ulcers...
Text us instead of waiting on hold!
You can now text us at 303-622-0630 with âAppointmentâ between 8:00 am and 5:00 pm M â 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 texting option, and can...
Dry Eye Syndrome: What to Know
As winter approaches, our dry climate gets even dryer. This doesnât only affect our nasal passages and skin, it can also have a profound effect on our vision. If youâve been feeling like your eyes are perpetually scratchy, stinging, or burning, make an appointment...
Pink Eye: The Basics on Allergic, Bacterial, Viral, and Giant Papillary Conjunctivitis
Annual appointments are vitally important to your eye health, but we also see people for a variety of other symptoms and conditions. As the season gets colder, runny noses and sore throats begin to become a concern, especially with the kids back in school. One common...
Eye Health & Screenings
We perceive much of the world through our ability to see it. Whether it is the shade of the sky telling us a storm is coming or the visual cue from a loved one that they are upset, our sight is invaluable. Many eye problems are actually preventable or maintainable if...
Impact of Diabetes on Vision
Diabetes is a chronic health condition that affects your bodyâs ability to create and/or utilize insulin. Insulin is the trigger for glucose, derived from the food we eat, to be allowed into our cells and used as energy. Without the correct amount of insulin, our...
Introducing Carl W. Noble, D.O.
Eye Care Center of Northern Colorado is pleased to welcome Carl W. Noble, D.O. to our team of physicians Dr. Noble is a board certified retinal specialist in the surgical and medical management of all retinal disorders and disease. After serving in the United States...
Give the Gift of Sight This Holiday Season
Ophthalmologists nationwide provide eye exams and care to seniors in need Itâs a fact of life. When people reach their senior years, they are at high-risk for developing age-related eye diseases that can lead to blindness if not caught and treated in time. The good...
Common Corneal Disorders
Issues with your corneas are best trusted to eye doctors with extensive experience. Thankfully, the Eye Care Center of Northern Colorado is one of the most advanced facilities for eye health, vision correction, and refractive surgery in the area; and we have invested...
Floaters, Flashes and Ocular Migraines
Perhaps youâve experienced floaters, flashes or ocular migraines but werenât sure of why they occur or if you should be concerned. This post provides an overview, but please contact us if youâre concerned about any of your symptoms! Floaters Floaters can be...
Introducing Enchroma Lenses â eyewear for color blindness and low vision
Learn more about enchroma! Learn more about our optical services
10 Steps To Help Your Child Adjust to Glasses
For your child to do their best, they have to be able to see their best. Sometimes that requires glasses. In fact, a clinical spokesperson for the American Academy of Ophthalmology asserts that almost 40% of children in the United States are in need of glasses. To...
Common Retinal Disorders
The retina is the thin tissue in the back part of your eye that is responsible for sensing light and transmitting images to the brain. Retinal disorders affect vision. Symptoms Many retinal diseases share common symptoms and treatments, but each has unique...
What’s a Cataract and How Is It Treated?
A cataract is a clouding of the lens inside the eye, causing vision loss that cannot be sufficiently corrected with glasses or contact lenses. Cataracts are the leading cause of vision loss in adults over the age of 55 and the leading cause of blindness worldwide....
Safety Precautions at Eye Care Center of Northern Colorado
Our patient and staff safety is our priority. Nearly all staff is 100% vaccinated against COVID-19. We continue to practice CDC and American Academy of Ophthalmology protocols to require staff and patients to wear masks, sanitize frequently and wash hands. Throughout...
Caring for your Eyes in Cold Weather
Caring for your Eyes in Cold Weather You might not think about your eyes needing some extra care in the colder winter months as compared to summer weather. However, indoor heat, low humidity, brisk winds and cold temperatures can take a toll on our eyes. Luckily,...
Looks Like the Home Office is Here to Stay. Hereâs How to Protect Your Eyes
As home and office space merged during the pandemic, many people said they spent more time in front of screens and suffered because of it. They complained of eye strain, headaches, and dry eye, and worried that they might be doing permanent damage to their vision. Now...
Increased Eye Strain Concerns in Children from Screen Time
Letâs face it, we spend more time on our screens these days. Remote learning, COVID restrictions and working from home has forced us to spend more time on screens this year. As adults, we recognize the need for increased screen time during these unprecedented times....
Get Custom Rx Goggle Inserts
This universal frame fits in almost any goggle. Bring your ski goggles and we'll custom measure you for the perfect fit. This frame insert can hold almost any prescription, including multifocals! There's no need to risk your current glasses on the mountain.
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