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If you’ve ever been told you have astigmatism, you’re not alone. In fact, most people have at least a small degree of it. While the term may sound intimidating, astigmatism is simply a common vision condition that affects how your eyes focus light. With the right care, it can be easily managed.

As the weather cools down and routines settle in after summer, fall is the perfect time to focus on your health, and that includes your eyes. Whether you’re preparing for the holidays, spending more time outdoors in crisp weather, or wrapping up the year at work and school, scheduling an eye exam in the fall offers many benefits.

If you’ve been struggling with dry eyes, you may have heard about Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) therapy as a treatment option. It’s a safe and effective procedure that has been helping patients find long-lasting relief from dry eye symptoms.

Between computers, tablets, smartphones, and TVs, most of us spend hours every day in front of screens. While technology is part of our everyday life, extended screen time can take a toll on your eyes. One of the biggest concerns people have is blue light exposure. But what is blue light, and how does it really affect your vision?

As the school year begins, parents are busy shopping for supplies and getting schedules organized. But one of the most important back-to-school steps is often overlooked: a comprehensive eye exam for your child.

When people think about an eye exam, they often imagine the familiar routine of reading letters on a chart or answering the question, “Which is better, one or two?” But modern eye care has advanced far beyond that. New technology is transforming how we detect eye conditions, treat vision problems, and keep patients comfortable. At Paramount Eye Care & Eyewear, we’re proud to bring some of these innovations and state-of-the-art equipment to our community.

Myopia, also known as nearsightedness, is a common vision condition where distant objects appear blurry while close objects remain clear. It happens when the eye grows too long from front to back, causing light to focus in front of the retina instead of directly on it. Myopia often begins in childhood and can progress as children grow.

Blepharitis is one of the most common, and most frustrating, eye conditions we treat. Patients often describe it as a never-ending battle with burning, itchy, crusty eyelids… and for many, traditional remedies offer little long-term relief. The good news is new treatment methods are finally changing that.

If you've been struggling with dry, irritated, or watery eyes, you're not alone. Millions of people suffer from dry eye disease, a common condition that can significantly affect your daily comfort and clarity of vision.

If you’re over 40 and suddenly find yourself holding menus at arm’s length, squinting at your phone, or requiring more light to read, you’re not alone. Unfortunately, our eyes naturally change as we age, and our near vision will deteriorate as times goes on. But the good news is there’s things you can do to keep your vision clear and comfortable when this problem occurs.