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If you need vision correction, there are plenty of options that will help you see clearly. The most popular of these are contact lenses and eyeglasses. It's common to choose between these two methods, though it may be a hard choice. If you are interested in either glasses or contacts, North Bay Eye Associates can help. Serving Healdsburg, Petaluma, Sonoma, and Santa Rosa, CA, we will help you determine what form of vision correction is best for you.Choosing Contact LensesWhen you consider co...

Our patient's vision is a priority at North Bay Eye Associates. We provide care for residents in and around Healdsburg, Petaluma, Sonoma, and Santa Rosa, CA. One of the eye health conditions we check for during our comprehensive eye exams is age-related macular degeneration. To check for this condition we use a tool known as an Arctic Macular Risk Test.What Is Age-related Macular Degeneration?Before you can understand the Arctic Macular Risk Test, you must understand age-related macular dege...

When playing your favorite sport, protecting your body from injuries should be a top priority. Many athletes protect their legs and hands but forget to cover the most crucial body part that enables them to maneuver around the field and their opponents, the eyes. At North Bay Eye Associates in Healdsburg, Petaluma, Sonoma, and Santa Rosa, we help our athletes by providing the best protective eyewear.Which Sports Require Eye Protection?Sports eye safety matters a lot, regardless of whether you pla...

The Importance of Sunglasses During WinterIn the winter, your eyes need the protection of sunglasses just as much as they do during the summer. If you need regular sunglasses or prescription sunglasses to protect your eyes, contact our team at North Bay Eye Associates with offices in Healdsburg, Petaluma, Sonoma, and Santa Rosa.Brightness ProtectionIt may seem as if the sun is a lot brighter in the summer, but it is just as bright all year long. It may feel brighter during the summer because of ...

Signs of Computer VisionAlso known as Digital Eye Strain, computer vision refers to a group of vision and eye-related disorders caused by prolonged computer, cell phone, or tablet use. Many people suffer from this disorder due to viewing digital screens for long periods without taking breaks. If you believe you are suffering from computer vision syndrome, North Bay Eye Associates is ready to assist you.SymptomsThe most common symptoms of digital eye strain include: Eye discomfort Blurred vision ...

Choosing the Right Glasses at North Bay Eye AssociatesHere at North Bay Eye Associates, we carry a wide selection of eyewear. This includes plastic and metal frames in many different shapes, colors, and finishes. Somewhere in all of these great options is a pair that is just right for you. However, it can be hard to know where to start looking. Here are a few tips for narrowing things down when choosing your next set of frames. At North Bay Eye Associates, we are a comprehensive eye care practic...

Benefits of Polarized GlassesHave you been hearing about polarized glasses and are curious about the benefits they offer? Apart from helping you drive safely, polarized glasses also prevent eye conditions like cataracts from developing. At North Bay Eye Associates, we carry polarized glasses in a variety of shapes and styles. You can visit us in Healdsburg, Petaluma, Sonoma, or Santa Rosa to improve your vision.Protect Your Eyes From CataractsWhen your eyes are exposed to sun glare for a long ti...

OCT stands for optical coherence tomography. This is a computerized imaging technique that uses laser light to make a 3D image of the retina. The OCT uses an array of light to rapidly scan the eye.These scans are interpreted and the OCT then presents an image of the tissue layers within the retina.What will we use OCT for?OCT provides remarkably detained information about the retina and will allow our doctors to see abnormalities that are not apparent on regular clinical examination .It is parti...

What Is an Eye Refraction Test?The refraction test, also called eye test or vision test, is a simple procedure performed by an eye doctor to check a person's eyesight. The refraction test determines the prescription of contact lenses or eyeglasses.Procedure The eye doctor asks the patient to read from a chart (around 20 feet away) while looking through a refractor (or phoroptor). The doctor changes the lenses in the refractor to choose the one that best suits the patient.Considerations Peopl...

You can help keep your eyes healthier by eating foods that are rich in certain vitamins and nutrients.Colorfull fruits and vegetables that are bursting with Vitamin A, C, D, E beta-carotene and zinc will give your eyes a healthy boost. Omega-3 fatty acids from fish and flavonoids from tea, red wine and berries are great.For more information on nutrition and eye health visit: www.AllAboutVision.com