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Diabetes and Your Vision: Top 6 Tips on Managing Your Eye Health with Diabetes.
Welcome to the Eyecare Center of Leesburg, your trusted optometry clinic in Leesburg, VA, serving the vibrant community of Loudoun County. In today's blog post, we want to shed light on an important topic: the connection between diabetes and your eye health. If you're...
Tackling Keratoconus: Eye Conditions Understood.
In honor of World Keratoconus Day, we're shedding light on a lesser-known eye condition that goes by the name of keratoconus. Whether you're a glasses veteran or a contact lens newbie, understanding keratoconus can be a game-changer in maintaining healthy eyes and...
Diabetic Retinopathy: What You Need to Know to Save Your Vision.
Diabetic retinopathy is a potentially serious eye condition that can affect individuals with Diabetes Mellitus. If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with diabetes or are at risk for developing diabetes, it is absolutely essential to not only understand what...
Play It Safe: The Essential Guide to Sports Eyewear.
Hey, Leesburg sports enthusiasts! Whether you're a weekend warrior or a seasoned athlete, there's no denying the thrill and excitement of the game. But before you step onto the field or court, there's one piece of gear you should never overlook: sports eyewear. In...
5 Must-Follow Tips for Safe Contact Lens Wear.
Hello, Leesburg community! At Eyecare Center of Leesburg, we're dedicated to ensuring your vision is both crystal clear and well-protected. If you're a contact lens wearer, this blog is tailored just for you. We're delving into the top 5 tips for safe contact lens...
Aging Gracefully: Protecting Your Eyes from Age-Related Eye Diseases.
Hey there, Loudoun County! At Eyecare Center of Leesburg, we believe that taking care of your eyes is a lifelong journey. Since September is National Healthy Aging Month, it's the perfect time to shed some light on 3 common age-related eye diseases: age-related...
Clear Vision, Bright Future: 8 Easy Tips for Aging Eyes.
Hey there, Loudoun County! At Eyecare Center of Leesburg, we know that maintaining healthy vision is a priority for everyone, no matter your age. As we gracefully age, it's essential to take good care of our eyes. So, let's explore some practical and easy-to-implement...
Beyond 20/20 Vision: Unveiling the Top 5 Reasons Why Yearly Eye Exams are so Important.
Did you know that more than 50% of Americans don’t get an annual comprehensive eye exam and that 1 in 10 Americans haven’t seen an eye doctor in over 6 years? Staying up-to-date on preventive healthcare should be a priority for everyone; however, it often falls to the...
👓 The Top 7 Advantages of Computer Glasses: A Comfortable View for Your Digital World. 💻📱📺🎮
Let’s face it. We live in a digital world. Whether for work or leisure, much of our daily lives revolve around screens. And while these digital devices have the potential to open up our eyes to new experiences and opportunities, they also have the potential to cause...
UV and You: How to Protect Your Eyes and Vision.
In honor of UV Safety Awareness Month, we want to shine a light on a sneaky but significant culprit in the eye health realm: UV radiation. Yep, we're talking about the same stuff that makes you reach for sunscreen on a sunny day. But did you know that UV rays can also...
See the Summer Safely: Top 3 Summer Eye Safety Tips.
As the temperature rises and the sun shines longer and brighter, it's important to prioritize your eye health and protect your eyes from potential summer hazards. Whether you're lounging by the pool, hiking the local trails, camping or embarking on outdoor adventures,...
Little Eyes, Big Protection: Top 5 Reasons why Sunglasses are a Must for Children.
When it comes to safeguarding our children’s health, we often prioritize their physical well-being, ensuring they have proper nutrition, exercise, plenty of sleep, and necessary immunizations. However, it’s equally important to protect their eyes from the harmful...
Quench Your Thirst, Enhance Your Sight: Exploring the Importance of Hydration for Vision.
Water, the elixir of life, plays a vital role in keeping our bodies functioning at optimal levels. While we often associate hydration with maintaining overall health, it also has a profound impact on our vision that is often overlooked. So, grab a refreshing glass of...
How Does Computer Use Affect My Eyes?
Let’s face it—most of us are using our computers much more every day than we would like to. According to a recent study, the average American spends over 7 hours on the computer every day. As the pandemic hit in 2020 and many folks transitioned to working from home,...
Eye Allergies
Eye AllergiesGetting a handle on eye allergies Treatment and daily care Spring is here, and with it comes allergies. Just like allergies can affect your nose and throat, they can also affect your eyes. Symptoms include itching, watering, redness, light sensitivity,...
Makeup for Sensitive Eyes
Makeup for Sensitive Eyes Be CarefulMakeup's Impact on Your Eyes Be careful where you put your makeup, especially eyeliner. Just inside the eyelashes, closest to our eye, there is a row of small orifices that secrete a special type of oil that keeps the tears from...
Color Blindness
Color Blindness Color Vision Deficiency What is Color Blindness? Color. It affects every part of our lives. Color is emotional, experiential, and tactical. It gives art life. It entices us to eat certain foods and buy certain jewelry, and sometimes it literally...
About Dry Eye
About dry eye it's common, and can be helped.About Dry Eye One of the more common problems we diagnose in our patients is Dry Eye. Dry Eye is more of a layman’s term. The term stands for Meibomian Gland Dysfunction which involves the production and drainage of tears...
Myopia Management
MYOPIA MANAGEMENT Children's VisionMyopia Management Children inherit myopia from their parents. Its most often diagnosed between the ages of 8 and 12 years. However, early childhood myopia is now seen between the ages of 5 and 7 years. When the body rapidly...
Contacts
Contacts Best in class lenses Whether you’re interested in trying contact lenses for the first time or have been wearing them for years, we offer the experienced care and state-of-the-art technology you need to wear contact lenses safely and comfortably. We are often...
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Diabetes and Your Vision: Top 6 Tips on Managing Your Eye Health with Diabetes.
Welcome to the Eyecare Center of Leesburg, your trusted optometry clinic in Leesburg, VA, serving the vibrant community of Loudoun County. In today's blog post, we want to shed light on an important topic: the connection between diabetes and your eye health. If you're...
Tackling Keratoconus: Eye Conditions Understood.
In honor of World Keratoconus Day, we're shedding light on a lesser-known eye condition that goes by the name of keratoconus. Whether you're a glasses veteran or a contact lens newbie, understanding keratoconus can be a game-changer in maintaining healthy eyes and...
Diabetic Retinopathy: What You Need to Know to Save Your Vision.
Diabetic retinopathy is a potentially serious eye condition that can affect individuals with Diabetes Mellitus. If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with diabetes or are at risk for developing diabetes, it is absolutely essential to not only understand what...
Play It Safe: The Essential Guide to Sports Eyewear.
Hey, Leesburg sports enthusiasts! Whether you're a weekend warrior or a seasoned athlete, there's no denying the thrill and excitement of the game. But before you step onto the field or court, there's one piece of gear you should never overlook: sports eyewear. In...
5 Must-Follow Tips for Safe Contact Lens Wear.
Hello, Leesburg community! At Eyecare Center of Leesburg, we're dedicated to ensuring your vision is both crystal clear and well-protected. If you're a contact lens wearer, this blog is tailored just for you. We're delving into the top 5 tips for safe contact lens...
Aging Gracefully: Protecting Your Eyes from Age-Related Eye Diseases.
Hey there, Loudoun County! At Eyecare Center of Leesburg, we believe that taking care of your eyes is a lifelong journey. Since September is National Healthy Aging Month, it's the perfect time to shed some light on 3 common age-related eye diseases: age-related...
Clear Vision, Bright Future: 8 Easy Tips for Aging Eyes.
Hey there, Loudoun County! At Eyecare Center of Leesburg, we know that maintaining healthy vision is a priority for everyone, no matter your age. As we gracefully age, it's essential to take good care of our eyes. So, let's explore some practical and easy-to-implement...
Beyond 20/20 Vision: Unveiling the Top 5 Reasons Why Yearly Eye Exams are so Important.
Did you know that more than 50% of Americans don’t get an annual comprehensive eye exam and that 1 in 10 Americans haven’t seen an eye doctor in over 6 years? Staying up-to-date on preventive healthcare should be a priority for everyone; however, it often falls to the...
👓 The Top 7 Advantages of Computer Glasses: A Comfortable View for Your Digital World. 💻📱📺🎮
Let’s face it. We live in a digital world. Whether for work or leisure, much of our daily lives revolve around screens. And while these digital devices have the potential to open up our eyes to new experiences and opportunities, they also have the potential to cause...
UV and You: How to Protect Your Eyes and Vision.
In honor of UV Safety Awareness Month, we want to shine a light on a sneaky but significant culprit in the eye health realm: UV radiation. Yep, we're talking about the same stuff that makes you reach for sunscreen on a sunny day. But did you know that UV rays can also...
See the Summer Safely: Top 3 Summer Eye Safety Tips.
As the temperature rises and the sun shines longer and brighter, it's important to prioritize your eye health and protect your eyes from potential summer hazards. Whether you're lounging by the pool, hiking the local trails, camping or embarking on outdoor adventures,...
Little Eyes, Big Protection: Top 5 Reasons why Sunglasses are a Must for Children.
When it comes to safeguarding our children’s health, we often prioritize their physical well-being, ensuring they have proper nutrition, exercise, plenty of sleep, and necessary immunizations. However, it’s equally important to protect their eyes from the harmful...
Quench Your Thirst, Enhance Your Sight: Exploring the Importance of Hydration for Vision.
Water, the elixir of life, plays a vital role in keeping our bodies functioning at optimal levels. While we often associate hydration with maintaining overall health, it also has a profound impact on our vision that is often overlooked. So, grab a refreshing glass of...
How Does Computer Use Affect My Eyes?
Let’s face it—most of us are using our computers much more every day than we would like to. According to a recent study, the average American spends over 7 hours on the computer every day. As the pandemic hit in 2020 and many folks transitioned to working from home,...
Our COVID-19 Policies & Procedures
Covid 2022ECL COVID 2022 Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, we have adjusted office policies to minimize the risk of infection to our patients while remaining available as much as possible for vision and eye care. As the risk of death and serious illness from...
Mom Myths! (Out & About w/ Dr. McGrew)
As a rule Moms provide great advice but some of the wisdom they espouse about the eyes is suspect. Watch to learn more.
Glasses for Screen Time
Americans of all ages are spending more time in front of digital devices like computer monitors, tablets, and smart phones. While this technology has changed the way we search for information, communicate, and entertain ourselves it has also created a new type of...
Greener Eyes: Environmentally Friendly Eye Care
Greener Eyes: Environmentally Friendly Eye Care Environmental sustainability is becoming more important in all aspects of our life. As we discover more about how personal and corporate decisions impact our world, we are forced to examine how things can be done better...
5 Children’s Vision Tips for Summer
We typically think the school year is the time to be concerned about children’s vision. We want them to see well in the classroom and be able to read and do homework comfortably. But summer brings outdoor activities and more free time which may be spent in front of...
Laser Correction in our Family
On March 23 Doctor McGrew's son Wesley had laser vision correction performed by Dr. Andy Holzman at the TLC Center in Tysons Corner. Dr. McGrew was with his son in the surgical suite and is happy to report the recovery process has been smooth and Wesley is thrilled...
