Your eyes are one of the most important parts of your body that you need to maintain, yet they are often ones that we neglect until issues start occurring with them. If you are like us and you are thinking about them constantly though, you might be wondering all the ways in which you could…
Read MoreHi there and welcome back to our blog. On Monday, August 21, a total solar eclipse will be visible here in Charleston for the first time since 1979. While this celestial event is sparking excitement across the nation, it also raises concern for those of us in the eye care profession. Looking directly at the…
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In our last blog, we touched on the well-known importance of beta-carotene for our eyes. This type of A-vitamin does a lot for our retinas. However, as we also said in our last blog, there are other foods that help your eyes as well! Your eyes need several different vitamins and minerals to be healthy.…
Read MoreMany of us are stuck behind computers all day. Whether you’re a programmer, a project manager, or a writer, your eyes are challenged every day by your working conditions. At Crescent Eye Care, we help patients who struggle with eye problems because of their computer screens. When your screens start to affect your eyes, you…
Read MoreTaking care of your eyes doesn’t have to be stressful or complex. In fact, it is surprisingly easy! In our last blog, we discussed the importance of a good diet, no smoking, and getting exercise when it comes to eyesight. All these things will help your eyes – and the rest of your body! Today,…
Read MoreIn our last blog, we explored tips for life with contacts. Contacts are like technology – they are amazing when they work, and horrid when anything goes wrong. At Crescent Eye Care, we have a lot of experience with contacts and how to live with them happily. After you get a contact lens exam from…
Read MoreAt Crescent Eye Care, we are very aware of how diabetes affects the eyes. Are you? Diabetes causes a condition called “diabetic retinopathy.” If you have diabetes, it is important that you understand retinopathy and its symptoms. First off, “retinopathy” refers to all damage to the retina, whether it is from diabetes or not. The…
Read MoreAt Crescent Eye Care in Charleston, South Carolina, we are passionate about providing complete eye care to everyone. Sight is such a crucial part of life, we want to be able to support you and keep you seeing clearly! People tend to put off getting eye exams. However, if you are experiencing any of the following…
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