Northgate Vision and Dry Eye Clinic

04/07/2026

Frames for all budgets in our optical! We would love to help you look, see, and feel better!

04/07/2026

🚨 Eye Drop Recall Alert 🚨

Several store-brand eye drops sold at major retailers like CVS, Walmart, Target, and Walgreens have been recalled due to potential sterility concerns.

👁️ What this means for you:
• The recall mainly affects store-brand (generic) drops
• Most name brands (like Refresh, Systane, Blink) are not included
• Not all eye drops are affected—but it’s worth checking

✔️ What to do:
• Look at the brand on your bottle
• If it’s a store brand and you’re unsure—don’t risk it, replace it
• If you’ve had redness, irritation, or changes in vision, get checked

We’re always here to help you choose safe, effective options for your eyes 🤍

— Northgate Vision & Dry Eye Clinic

04/06/2026

Many patients with migraines say light can feel overwhelming.

One Avulux user shared:

“Bright lights in supermarkets and screens used to overwhelm me. When I wear these glasses, the visual noise slows down and my eyes feel peaceful.”

Many people with migraine wear their Avulux lenses:

• While working on computers
• Driving
• Shopping
• Watching TV
• Spending time outdoors

If light sensitivity affects your daily life, these lenses may help.

04/05/2026

04/03/2026

What if improving your dry eye symptoms also helped support the muscles around your eyes?

Dynamic Muscle Stimulation is a non-invasive treatment designed to:
✔️ Improve muscle tone around the eyes
✔️ Support better blink function
✔️ Enhance tear distribution

It’s a unique way to address both comfort and function—not just symptoms.

👁️ Because healthy eyes depend on more than just drops.

04/02/2026

April is Sports Eye Safety Month, and it’s the perfect time to protect what matters most—your vision.

Kids and adults playing sports like basketball, baseball, and soccer are at risk for eye injuries that can cause lasting damage.

A simple change—protective eyewear—can make all the difference.

👁️ Your eyes don’t heal like other injuries. Protect them before something happens.

04/02/2026

Many people don’t realize these symptoms can be caused by dry eye:

• Burning eyes
• Watery eyes
• Redness
• Blurry vision
• Light sensitivity
• Eye fatigue

Yes — even watery eyes can be a sign of dry eye.

When the eyes become irritated, they produce reflex tears that don’t properly lubricate the eye.

If your eyes are frequently uncomfortable, a dry eye evaluation can help determine why.

04/01/2026

A reminder from nature 🌿

Spending time outdoors helps give your eyes a break from screens.

Try the 20-20-20 rule:

Every 20 minutes
Look 20 feet away
For 20 seconds

Your eyes will thank you.

03/31/2026

Sunglasses for every occasion! Stop by to see what’s new in the optical space! Did you know we can also order frames for you to try even if you don’t see them in the office? We can make the experience totally custom for you!

03/30/2026

Not all light is the same.

Research has shown that certain wavelengths of blue, amber, and red light can increase migraine intensity.

Avulux lenses are designed to:

✔ Filter up to 97% of harmful wavelengths
✔ Allow soothing green light to pass through
✔ Help reduce light-triggered migraine discomfort

This precision filtering technology helps create a more comfortable visual environment for many migraine sufferers.

If you struggle with light sensitivity, ask our team about Avulux lenses.

03/26/2026

Did you know screen time is one of the biggest causes of dry eye today?

When we look at screens:

👀 We blink 60% less often.

This leads to:

• Tear evaporation
• Eye fatigue
• Burning or irritation
• Blurry vision

If your eyes feel worse after:

📱 Phones
💻 Computers
📺 TV

Dry eye could be the reason.

We offer advanced testing to identify the root cause of dry eye symptoms.