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Keep up-to-date on the latest vision-related news and eye care events in our Practice.

Contact Lenses for Myopia: Fact or Fiction

Misinformation about using contact lenses for myopia can lead to poor treatment decisions. We dispel five common myths about contact lenses and provide facts to help you make the best choices for managing myopia.

What is Blue Light?

Whether you spend a significant amount of your day on a computer, tablet or smartphone, the blue light that is emitted from these devices may be harming your vision and putting you at risk for developing serious eye diseases later in life. Blue light emissions create a glare on the...

Did you Know? 80% of Learning is Visual

Undiagnosed vision and eye health problems that can interfere with academic and social success. Children often don't realize that they have a vision problem. Since school vision screenings are unable to detect vision problems related to reading and learning difficulties, many vision problems go undiagnosed for years. These children often...

Assessing The Role of Contact Lenses on Dry Eye Syndrome

Outlining the role contact lenses play in the development of dry eye syndrome and how to manage symptoms associated with it.

The Link Between High Myopia and Serious Eye Diseases

High myopia – severe nearsightedness – is associated with an increased risk of serious eye diseases such as retinal detachment, glaucoma, and cataracts.

Everything You Need To Know About Keratoconus

Keratoconus is a progressive eye condition causing the cornea to thin and bulge into a cone-like shape, distorting vision. Early detection and treatment can prevent vision loss.

Can Vision Therapy Benefit A Child With a Learning Disability?

Vision therapy can address underlying visual problems that can mimic or exacerbate a learning disability.

Eye Exam Saves Woman’s Life by Detecting Brain Tumor Early

Here's how eye exams helped save Katie's vision and quality of life. Call Wylie Eye Center & Eye Center of Murphy to schedule your appointment.

How Diabetes Increases Dry Eye Risk in Children and Adolescents

Children and adolescents with diabetes are significantly more likely to suffer from dry eye syndrome (DES) than their non-diabetic peers. Read on to learn why diabetics are at higher risk, and how Wylie Eye Center & Eye Center of Murphy can help.

How Long Does It Take To Switch From Glasses to Scleral Lenses?

Switching from glasses to scleral contact lenses can take several weeks. your Murphy eye doctor will provide instructions on how to properly insert, remove, and care for the lenses, as well as how to monitor for any potential complications. Read on to learn more.