by Appalachian Eye Care - Princeton & Giles | Sep 9, 2021 | Optical News
Back to school season often means back to sports—so it’s a smart move for parents to bring their student athletes in for a comprehensive eye exam before sports seasons begin. This exam may be a game-changer for your student athlete. Young eyes grow and...
by Appalachian Eye Care - Princeton & Giles | Aug 19, 2021 | Optical News
It’s back-to-school season! And while everyone hopes that students will be able to attend class in person this year, computers and other digital screens will likely still play a significant role in your student’s education. Here’s the challenge...
by Appalachian Eye Care - Princeton & Giles | Aug 5, 2021 | Optical News
August is Vision & Learning Month. The goal of Vision & Learning Month is to increase awareness among parents and teachers about the prevalence of undiagnosed or misdiagnosed vision problems. Vision problems can often present as learning challenges, and should...
by Appalachian Eye Care - Princeton & Giles | Jul 22, 2021 | Optical News
Sunglasses are an essential part of summer! You’ve probably been wearing them since you were a kid when mom or dad would remind you to put them on before going outside to play. Then, as a teenager they became a cool accessory. And as an adult, you may wonder:...
by Appalachian Eye Care - Princeton & Giles | Jul 8, 2021 | Optical News
July is UV Safety Month. In our optometry practice, eye safety is always top-of-mind. Did you know that the sun’s harmful rays can damage your eyes if you don’t protect them? You slather on the sunscreen to protect your skin from sunburn before you go...
by Appalachian Eye Care - Princeton & Giles | Jun 24, 2021 | Optical News
As we age, our cells and tissues start to break down in predictable ways. Some of these familiar age-related ailments include arthritis of the joints, osteoporosis of the bones, and atherosclerosis of the arteries. Changes that occur in the eye as we get older cause...
