Implantable Contact Lens (ICL)

Posted on January 27th, 2012 by clvc

Implantable Contact Lens provides high definition vision correction. It helps you enjoy sharper, clearer, and more vivid vision, with greater depth and dimension. It’s a fantastic alternative to other vision correction procedures for patients with extreme prescriptions.  Schedule a consultation and our doctors will help you determine which procedure best fits your needs.

Incredible Infographic On The History of Eyewear | The Optical Vision Site

Posted on September 19th, 2011 by clvc

Incredible Infographic On The History of Eyewear | The Optical Vision Site.

Children’s Eye Health & Safety Month

Posted on August 15th, 2011 by clvc

Back to school time is here, and August is National Children’s Vision and Learning Month.  Routine eye exams for your children are important.  As parents we want to make sure our children aren’t struggling with reading and learning because of undiagnosed vision problems.  Vision problems can have a serious impact on a child’s education. 

If you are getting your children ready for school, schedule a comprehensive vision and eye health exam. At Clearview Eyecare and Laser Center, we offer a large selection of pediatric eyewear and contact lenses.  Call 817-329-2700 for an appointment.

Alcon visits Clearview

Posted on June 22nd, 2011 by clvc

Clearview Eyecare and Laser Center was used as a teaching facility earlier this month for Alcon, worldwide.  Alcon brought representatives of their company from Great Britain, Korea, Spain, India, Italy, and Mexico to spend the day at Clearview Eyecare and Laser Center  to see how Clearview integrates all aspects of eyecare in one location. 

Alcon’s website states: “Alcon realizes that success is not merely measured by innovation, but effective implementation as well. Thus, we foster an important relationship with practicing physicians. We want to provide them with the best tools possible while offering instruction on how to best utilize these resources − requiring a level of interaction and exchange that few other ophthalmic companies provide.” 

Cataract Awareness is Highlighted this June

Posted on June 1st, 2011 by clvc

Cataract, the clouding of the eye’s lens, is the leading cause of blindness in the world.  Cataracts may be removed successfully with surgery.  For more information about everything from what causes cataracts to the treatment of cataracts, go to the Clearview Eyecare and Laser Center website.  Prevent Blindness America also has some interesting facts and myths about Cataracts.

April is Women’s Eye Health and Safety Month

Posted on April 6th, 2011 by clvc

More women than men are diagnosed with glaucoma, cataracts, macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, and dry eye syndrome.  Women may experience changes in vision in various stages of their lives, especially during pregnancy and post-menopause. 

Did you know?

• • Two thirds of blindness and visual impairment occurs in women
• • Three quarters of visual impairment is estimated to be preventable or correctable
• • Over 70% of legally blind people are women
• • One third of age-related macular disease and cataract may be due to smoking

Many causes of eyesight problems are preventable.  These risk factors include smoking, poor diet, lack of exercise, UV rays and obesity. 

Women have organized national Women’s Eye Health and Safety Month in response to these troubling facts and to promote the value of healthy eyesight.  Since women, on average, live longer than men, they bear more of a burden on the healthcare system and need special care.  Treatment and even prevention are readily available, so it’s imperative to remain educated and examined by your doctor. 

For more information, go to Women’s Eye Health.

Do You Get Headaches When Reading Fine Print?

Posted on March 23rd, 2011 by clvc

It may be a sign of presbyopia.  Presbyopia is an unavoidable age-related process that generally occurs sometime during our 40s.  It’s caused from a gradual thickening, and loss of flexibility of the natural lens inside your eye; which results in the inability to focus on close-up objects.  Presbyopia causes people to experience blurred near vision while reading, doing close-up work, or working at the computer.

There are a number of solutions for dealing with presbyopia, such as eyeglasses with bifocal or progressive lenses, reading glasses, multifocal contact lenses, monovision and even some surgical options as well. 

Go to our website to find out if laser vision correction can eliminate the need for reading glasses.

Workplace Eye Wellness Month

Posted on March 8th, 2011 by clvc

Thousands of eye injuries occur in the workplace every year.  However, 90% of all workplace eye injuries can be avoided by using proper safety eyewear so; the first step toward eye wellness may simply be obtaining proper eye protection.  Safety eyewear is now available in a variety of new styles and materials that make it more attractive and comfortable to wear. Check out our online optical.

Other things you can do at work to increase your eye safety is to make sure you have proper lighting for the various tasks you may be performing and always allow your eyes periodic breaks from long hours in front of your computer screen.  Promoting eye health in the workplace can save businesses money in the long run.

Spring/Summer 2011 Eyewear Trends

Posted on March 1st, 2011 by clvc

March is here and spring is just around the corner, so it’s time to take a look at what 2011 will bring in eyewear trends.  The selection of “what’s hot” for Spring/Summer eyewear has never been more varied.  We’re seeing influences from the ‘80s as well as the ‘50s, but with a modern twist to them. 

Geek chic is in vogue, as was evident at the Oscars.  Look for straightforward minimal styles, thick framed spectacles or delicate wire-rims, soft neutrals and wood or leather accents.

Let your inner ‘50s rebel shine through with sophisticated and sleek styles featuring hard and clean lines, glamorous cat-eyes and shields, dark metallic spikes, studs, chains and mirrored lenses.

Take a trip back to 1980 and try on a pair of glasses with big circles and rounded squares frames in bold bright colors and gold accents to add to the ‘80s drama.

If you watched the Grammy’s this year, there’s no doubt that aviator frames continue to be popular this season.  Look for earthy neutrals paired with bright accents and tinted lenses in statement colors.   

Stop by our optical and take a look to see what’s new, or find your perfect match online.

History of Sunglasses

Posted on February 17th, 2011 by clvc

After stumbling upon a pair of my grandfather’s old wire-rimmed sunglasses with bright blue lenses, it got me thinking about how sunglasses have evolved.  The history of sunglasses can be traced back to the Roman emperor Nero, who enjoyed watching gladiator competitions while holding up polished green emerald gems to his eyes.  We all love our sunglasses for various reasons… whether you like to hide behind them like the 12th century judges of the Chinese courts, who used them to conceal their facial expressions while they questioned witnesses, or simply use them to protect your eyes against the harmful effects of ultra violet light.

Benjamin Franklin invented in the first bifocal lenses in 1780, and in the early 1900s, the use of sunglasses started to become much more widespread.  In 1929 Sam Foster introduced the first inexpensive mass-produced ultraviolet filters when he showcased his Foster Grants from a Woolworth Store on the New Jersey Boardwalk.  The first polarized lenses showed up in 1936.  Movie stars of past and present are known to hide behind their sunglasses to avoid recognition, but initially the old screen idols actually wore sunglasses to hide their red eyes from long hours of exposure to the harsh lights they had to use for filming.  

With all the amazing designer lines available today, our sunglasses have become not only important protection for our eyes, but a fashion accessory as well.