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June is Cataract Awareness Month! Did you know that cataracts most often occur as a natural result of aging? By age 80, 50% of people have some level of cataract development. To effectively answer whether a patient can develop cataracts again after cataract removal surgery, we must first understand what cataracts are, how they develop… Read More

Posted by: Northwest Eye in News on June 8, 2022

A children’s eye exam is an expert assessment of your child’s eye health and vision performed by a pediatric optometrist (OD) or pediatric ophthalmologist (MD). Eye exams for children are very important to ensure your child’s eyes are healthy and have no vision problems that could interfere with school performance and potentially affect your child’s… Read More

Posted by: Northwest Eye in News on May 10, 2022

Our Wayzata, Golden Valley, Maple Grove, and St. Anthony optical locations hosted frame reps from Prodesign, WOOW, Lucky Brand, Fila, Yalea, and Lafont brands throughout the month of April for our Spring trunk shows. The trunk shows were a huge hit, giving patients and team members the opportunity to shop the latest spring styles before… Read More

Posted by: Northwest Eye in News on May 10, 2022

In a recent article published in the New York Times, new research shows that older adults who had cataract removal to restore their vision had a lower risk of Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. Surgery to remove cataracts, an eye condition that causes the lens of your eye to become cloudy and obstruct… Read More

Posted by: Northwest Eye in News on March 14, 2022

Children spend more time than ever staring at digital screens—on computers, tablets, TVs, smartphones, and other devices. All that screen time can take a toll on children’s wellbeing, including the health and development of their eyes. Research published by the American Academy of Pediatrics, shows that children begin zooming in on digital media devices, such… Read More

Posted by: Northwest Eye in News on March 14, 2022

Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) can be stopped or slowed if caught early enough, making regular eye exams are crucial. However, AMD can lead to blindness if not detected and treated properly. What is AMD & why must we be aware of it? Age-Related Macular Degeneration (often referred to as AMD or ARMD) is a medical… Read More

Posted by: Northwest Eye in News on February 10, 2022

January is National Glaucoma Awareness Month, an important time to spread the word about this sight-stealing disease. More than 3 million people in the United States have glaucoma. The National Eye Institute projects this number will reach 4.2 million by 2030, a 58 percent increase. Glaucoma is a group of diseases that cause damage to… Read More

Posted by: Northwest Eye in News on January 12, 2022

The needs for youth eyewear starts with quality lens materials that are light weight, impact resistant, include scratch protection and give the clearest optics possible. Particular attention should be given to frame materials and its construction to assure comfort, style, and durability for your child’s eyewear. Here are a few considerations when picking out frame… Read More

Posted by: Northwest Eye in News on January 12, 2022

The holiday season is upon us! With family and friends hopefully celebrating together this year, it is important to keep these gatherings safe and fun, while maintaining good eye health.  Did you know? Roughly 1 in 10 children’s eye injuries that end up in the ER are caused by toys. In support of Safe Toys… Read More

Posted by: Northwest Eye in News on December 15, 2021

Temperatures are dropping and cold winds are blowing, which means the winter sports season is fast approaching. It’s time to break out the ski gear and winter wardrobe to keep your body protected from the elements as you and your family continue sports outside. But you may be neglecting one important body part as winter… Read More

Posted by: Northwest Eye in News on November 11, 2021