Eyecare Associates

02/13/2026

New Glasses Headache: Causes and Prevention Tactics...
Headaches caused by a new eyeglass prescription are common. Usually, they go away within a few days as your eyes adjust to your new prescription. There are some concerns you should rule out, however, as well as headache prevention tactics to try.

Learn more here...

Headaches caused by a new eyeglass prescription are common. Usually, they go away within a few days as your eyes adjust to your new prescription. There are some concerns you should rule out, however, as well as headache prevention tactics to try.

02/06/2026

Chronic Dry Eye with Contact Lenses: Causes and Treatment...
Dry eye is a common problem for contact wearers. Chronic dry eye is caused by lack of tears or tears without enough oil. This can cause contact lenses to be painful. But treatments are available if you have chronic dry eye and need contact lenses.

Here's what you should know...

Dry eye is a common problem for contact wearers. Here's what you should know before you use any over-the-counter solution or remedy.

01/31/2026

Just got new glasses? It might feel odd for a couple of days, but that feeling will go away the more you wear them. Here’s how you can adjust to new glasses faster...

Just got new glasses? It might feel odd for a couple of days, but that feeling will go away the more you wear them. Here’s how you can adjust to new glasses faster.

01/27/2026

The Flemingsburg office will be closed tomorrow, 27 January. Sorry for any inconvenience this may cause.

01/26/2026

How to Read Your Eyeglass Prescription:
If you have less than perfect vision, you might be wondering how to read your glasses prescription. There are a variety of numbers, terms, and symbols on the prescription, and it can be difficult to know what they mean.

Read on to learn how to decipher an eyeglass prescription

Learn how to read your eyeglass prescription, including what the terms, abbreviations, numbers, and symbols mean.

01/26/2026

Both offices will be CLOSED tomorrow, Monday, 26 January due to the Level 3 Snow Emergency.

01/16/2026

A Beginner's Guide to Wearing Contacts: Tips & Tricks for New Contact Lens Wearer...
Handling contact lenses for the first time can be a daunting task – they're fragile, susceptible to damage and contamination, and can cause discomfort and irritation if improperly inserted.

Here's a comprehensive guide for new contact lens wearers - It covers all the basics for anyone new to contact lenses! https://prn.to/4jO0GpN

01/10/2026

January Is Glaucoma Awareness Month!
Glaucoma, often called the silent thief of sight, is a leading cause of irreversible blindness in the US, yet as many as half of the people who have it don’t know they are affected.
Learn more about the Early Signs and Symptoms... https://bit.ly/49B9RVV

01/01/2026

🎉Wishing you all a wonderful New Year!🎉

12/24/2025

12/20/2025

Using Eye Drops With Contact Lenses:
Certain eye drops can be used with contact lenses, including rewetting drops that make the eyes feel more comfortable. However, some eye drops should not be used with contact lenses and may end up causing eye irritation and redness.

This article outlines which are safe and which can cause problems if you wear contacts. It also explains when to remove your contacts and call your eye doctor when problems arise.

When is it safe and effective to use eye drops with your contact lenses? From rewetting drops to red eye drops, learn what's OK.

12/14/2025

12 Ways to Protect Your Eye Health:
You can improve your eyesight with exercises and lifestyle changes, as well as corrective lenses and procedures.
Find a list of suggestions here...

You can improve your eyesight with exercises and lifestyle changes, as well as corrective lenses and procedures. Find a list of suggestions here.