Great Lakes Eyecare

02/09/2026

👁️⚠️ Are You Overwearing Your Contact Lenses?
Wearing contacts longer than recommended might feel convenient… but it comes with real risks:
👎 Red, irritated eyes

👁️ Corneal swelling from lack of oxygen
🦠 Higher chance of infections (including serious ones)
💧 Dryness and discomfort
🔥 Pain or light sensitivity
👀 Potential long-term damage to the cornea

Your contacts need oxygen flow and proper replacement to keep your eyes healthy. When in doubt, give your eyes a break and switch to glasses!

02/05/2026

Screen time got you tired? 👀 Remember the 20-20-20 rule to reduce digital eye strain.

02/02/2026

👕 “Never clean your lenses with your shirt — here’s why!”
Your shirt looks harmless, but those tiny fibers trap dust and debris that can scratch your lenses. Even micro-scratches slowly reduce clarity and damage your lens coatings over time.
✨ Better option: Use a microfiber cloth + lens cleaner.
Your glasses will stay clearer, last longer, and protect your investment.
See the difference clean lenses make! 👓

01/30/2026

👁️✨ What’s an OCT—and why is it important?
An OCT (Optical Coherence Tomography) is like an ultrasound for your eye. It creates a detailed, cross-section image of the retina so we can detect early signs of glaucoma, macular degeneration, diabetic changes, and other issues long before symptoms appear.
📊 Why it matters:
OCT helps us catch problems early, monitor changes over time, and give you the most advanced care possible.
💙 And yes—we offer OCT screening for just $33
Affordable, high-tech eye care to protect your vision.
Call Great Lakes Eyecare to add it to your next exam!

01/26/2026

01/22/2026

👀 When Should Your Child Get Their Eyes Checked?

📚 At minimum:
Every child should have a full eye exam before starting school. Many vision issues go unnoticed!

👓 Earlier is better if:
Vision problems run in the family
You notice squinting, eye rubbing, headaches
They hold things very close or struggle to see far away
They’re falling behind in reading or seem easily frustrated

Early detection makes a huge difference. If you’ve been wondering whether it’s time—this is your sign! 💙
Call Great Lakes Eyecare to schedule your child’s exam. 👁️✨

01/21/2026

Professional & Polished
Our Staff Pick of the Month, chosen by Shannon 👓
A perfect blend of comfort, quality, and style. Ask us about this frame on your next visit!

01/19/2026

👀 What Causes Eye Floaters?
Those little squiggly shadows drifting through your vision can be annoying — but what are they?
Floaters happen when tiny clumps form inside the gel-like part of your eye (the vitreous). As light enters the eye, those clumps cast small shadows on the retina, causing you to “see” the floating shapes.
👉 Floaters are common and usually harmless, especially as we age.
⚠️ BUT — if you notice a sudden increase in floaters, flashes of light, or a dark curtain in your vision, it’s important to get your eyes checked right away.
Protect your sight. 💙

01/13/2026

👁️✨ Did you know?
A fundus photo lets us take a clear picture of the back of your eye—showing the retina, optic nerve, and blood vessels to catch problems early.
📸 And the best part?
We include fundus photos in every comprehensive exam at no extra cost. Just better care, no add-on fees.

01/08/2026

👓 Myth or Fact?
Myth! You can’t become dependent on glasses.
Glasses don’t weaken your eyes — they simply help you see the world more clearly. Once you get used to crisp vision, going without them just feels extra blurry in comparison, not “dependent.”
Keep seeing your best. ✨👀

01/05/2026

🔴 Red Eye? It Could Be Episcleritis 👁️

Episcleritis is a mild inflammation of the eye’s outer tissue. It often causes sectoral redness and mild irritation, but usually no vision changes or severe pain.

You can see the triangle of redness on this patients eye (posted with patient permission)

01/01/2026

🎉 Happy New Year from Great Lakes Eyecare! 🎉
Here’s to 2026—may it be filled with clear vision, healthy eyes, and moments that make you look twice. 👀✨
Thank you for trusting our team with your eye care this year. We can’t wait to help you see your best in the year ahead. 💙
🎆 Cheers to bright days, sharp focus, and a fresh start!