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Can I Wear Contacts After Cleansing Them if I Have Pink Eye?

Wearing contact lenses has its advantages over prescription eyeglasses but there are certain dos and don’ts that come along with lenses that sit directly on the eyes. Healthy habits of…

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How to Choose the Right Eyeglasses for Your Face?

One of the fun parts of wearing prescription glasses is the process of selecting the most flattering frames for your face. After the eye exam and all the testing, you…

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Is it Safe to Use Vaseline on Lashes?

Social media is chalked full of videos, posts and inspiration for the latest beauty hacks, especially using inexpensive, readily available products or ingredients that can provide aesthetic benefits without the…

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Are All Sunglasses Created Equally When It Comes to Protecting Your Eyes?

Wearing sunglasses is the ideal way to protect your eyes (and skin around your eyes) when you are outside. Knowing if your sunglasses are up to the task that they…

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What is the Difference Between an Optometrist and an Ophthalmologist?

It seems easy enough. If you need to have your eyes examine, you go to the eye doctor. Once you start researching eye care specialists in your area or who…

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When Is It Time to Replace Your Old Glasses or Contacts?

Seeing clearly is the best part about an accurate eyeglass or contact lens prescription. Correcting farsightedness, nearsightedness and astigmatism with prescription lenses improves quality of life for the wearer. Not…

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How Long After Treatment for Eyelid Eczema is it Safe to Wear False Lashes Again?

Eczema is a general term, also known as dermatitis, that describes a dry, itchy inflammation of the skin that can result in rashes, scaly patches, blisters and skin infections. Eyelid…

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How Do You Prepare for LASIK?

Preparing for LASIK (Laser-Assisted in Situ Keratomileusis) surgery with us at Wichita Vision Institute in Wichita, KS, is an important step towards achieving clear, improved vision. Proper preparation helps ensure…

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Can Strabismus Lead to Learning Issues in Children?

Strabismus is a common eye condition among children that occurs when the eyes are not aligned properly. It may appear in children as young as 6 months old, known as…

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Who Is a Good Candidate for LenSx?

Cataracts are a common eye condition that can cause cloudy vision, blurred vision, and many other vision issues. Unfortunately, cataracts do not get better without treatment, such as cataract surgery….

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