Articles

The Circle of Life and the Value of Human Connection

By Dr. Paul Gooch The human mind is an amazing thing. The ebbs and flows of our humanity are deeply influenced by the way we remember things. One of the most fascinating elements of human memory is “situational memory,” which is the effect of environmental context on how we recall

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Why Do My Eyes Burn and Water?

By Dr. Eric Drake, O.D. This is one of the most common questions we as Eye Care Providers get here in southern Utah. With all the beautiful scenery and outdoor activities we enjoy here, our dry environment and air conditioning doesn’t help with these symptoms. The most common cause for

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There Is More To Light Than Meets The Eye

By Dr Ryan Robison The visible light spectrum is actually a small segment of a much larger spectrum known as the electromagnetic spectrum, which is described in wavelengths. This spectrum ranges from low-energy wavelengths of radio waves to high-energy waves of gamma rays. Visible light is safely in the middle

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Light Intelligent Lenses

by Dr Ryan Robison One question that frequently comes up is regarding lenses that automatically darken in the sunlight. These lenses are called Transitions® photochromic lenses and were originally developed in 1990. Transitions® lenses adjust automatically from clear to dark when they are exposed to UV light. So when you

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Thyroid and Your Eyes

By Dr Eric Drake Every so often, during an eye exam, I’ll notice some things that cause me to ask a patient if they have ever been diagnosed with any thyroid disorders. More often than not the patient knows they have a thyroid problem but are unaware of the possible

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Apples and Oranges

by Dr. Eric Drake Most understand the concept that not all things are made equally and that you get what you pay for. With eyeglasses, this same concept applies. There are big differences in quality among all the frames and lenses manufacturers. So what are some of those differences that

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“Where Is That Last Puzzle Piece?”

by Dr Ryan Robison Do you like puzzles? My family does. I remember as a child seeing puzzles out when we visited my great grandparent’s home. My grandma was the same way and so is my mom. But, have you ever found yourself missing the last piece? This isn’t an

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