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How Long Do Vision Problems Last After a Concussion?

A senior man sitting on a bed holding his head with both of his hands

Concussion, which is a form of traumatic brain injury (TBI) can lead to.  damage within the visual system causing symptoms that frequently go untreated.  Symptoms of post concussion vision syndrome can manifest in many ways but often include blurred vision, difficulty focusing the eyes, headaches, light sensitivity and dizziness. Fortunately for some people, these visual […]

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What Is OptiLight IPL and How Can It Help with Dry Eye?

A close-up of a woman with eyes caps during optilight treatment for dry eyes.

After practicing optometry for 15 years,  I never would have imagined that I would find myself  struggling with my own dry eye disease. After LASIK surgery in my 20’s, I had mild to moderate symptoms and occasional “flare ups” over the years. I followed my own recommendations and used preservative free artificial tears, made sure […]

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Can Vision Therapy Treat a Learning Disability?

A young boy looking stressed as he tries to read a book.

Optometric Vision Therapy is a noninvasive, medical treatment  for vision  problems that can interfere with reading, learning and activities of everyday life. Our visual system is a complex neurological process that requires coordinated eye focusing, eye tracking and alignment to achieve clear, single vision. Patients who struggle with  accommodative dysfunction (eye focusing), oculomotor dysfunction (eye […]

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Myopia, Hyperopia and Astigmatism: What’s the Difference?

A close-up of an eye showing a cone shape cornea.

Of our 5 senses, the sense of sight hails as the most dominant as it guides our motor movements, allowing us to understand and perceive the world around us.  Yet, just as a camera lens can sometimes misfocus an image, our eyes can also have refractive errors that blur the clarity of our vision. While  […]

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What Are the Benefits of Lumenis IPL Treatment for Dry Eye?

Dry Eye, Eye Health

IPL offers a list of benefits, which include:
Long-lasting relief from dry eye symptoms
Improved tear stability (less evaporation)
Improved redness for patients with ocular and facial rosacea
Less irritation and redness
Quick, safe, and noninvasive
Enhanced meibomian gland function
Boost in quality of life
[…]

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July 3, 2025
Janet Monaco Wilson, OD, FOVDR

How to Manage Dry Eye While Wearing Contact Lenses

Contact Lenses, Dry Eye

you can manage dry eye without giving up your contact lenses. […]

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July 3, 2025
Janet Monaco Wilson, OD, FOVDR

Are Blue Eyes More Sensitive to Sunlight?

Eye Health, Eyeglasses

People with blue eyes are more sensitive to sunlight because their eyes have lower levels of melanin, a natural pigment that can protect us from the sun’s harmful rays. […]

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April 28, 2025
Janet Monaco Wilson, OD, FOVDR
A patient wears protective goggles during their IPL treatment for dry eye.

IPL offers a list of benefits, which include:
Long-lasting relief from dry eye symptoms
Improved tear stability (less evaporation)
Improved redness for patients with ocular and facial rosacea
Less irritation and redness
Quick, safe, and noninvasive
Enhanced meibomian gland function
Boost in quality of life
[…]

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Close-up of a woman inserting a contact lens into her eye.

you can manage dry eye without giving up your contact lenses. […]

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A close-up of a person's beautiful blue eye.

People with blue eyes are more sensitive to sunlight because their eyes have lower levels of melanin, a natural pigment that can protect us from the sun’s harmful rays. […]

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