Foods that are Good for Your Eyes
You may have heard the saying: you are what you eat. A well-rounded, healthy diet is one of the keys to living a healthy life. But did you know there are foods that have [...]
A Guide to Contact Lenses
Contact lenses are medical devices and when used properly are very safe. However, when misused, contact lenses can pose a threat to both vision and eye health. It is vital for contact lens wearers [...]
Dry Eye Explained
Dry eye is one of the most common eye conditions affecting the general population. The ramifications of dry eye can range from mildly irritating to debilitating. Although many different factors can cause dry eye, [...]
Crizal Prevencia Lenses
Crizal offers a full range of No-Glare lenses for the clearest vision possible and the most comprehensive daily UV protection1. Plus, Crizal lenses have been granted the prestigious Good Housekeeping Seal as a symbol [...]
John Williams, Certified Optician
John Williams, the youngest son of Williams Eye Works’ founder Chris Williams, is officially a Certified Optician. This certification is given by the American Board of Opticians in recognition of competency and knowledge in the [...]
What are Transitions?
Transition lenses are photochromic lenses. When these lenses come in contact with UV light (found in sunlight), the lenses transition into a dark tinted lens. The photochromic molecules of the lens are activated by UV [...]
Blue Light
How does blue light affect you? Blue light affects us in two primary ways: It causes glare and can make it harder to focus. It has been proven to impact our sleep cycles. By managing [...]
6 Reasons to Wear Vuarnet Sunglasses
Sunglasses are important for eye health year-round, but they become especially important as the warm weather sets in and people begin spending more time out in the sun. Since 1957, Vuarnet has been manufacturing one [...]
What is Presbyopia?
Presbyopia is a visual condition induced by the aging process. Fun Fact: presbyopia is the Greek word for "old eye." When you are young, the lens of your eye is soft and flexible. This flexibility [...]
The 3 O’s: Optician, Optometrist, Ophthalmologist
When it comes to your eye care, there are several different professionals to help you: opticians, optometrists, and ophthalmologists. But which is which? Who does what? Why do you need all three? Here’s a quick [...]
The Science of Eyeglasses
In the United States, approximately 75% of the adult population uses vision correction, inclusive of both eyeglasses and contact lenses (National Eye Institute). The importance of vision, and in turn corrective lenses for the majority [...]