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3 Reasons Why Monovision Is The Real Deal

Monovision works by having your eyes set to different prescriptions—one eye set for near vision, and the other set for distance. This allows you to have seamless, uninterrupted vision as you move about your day.

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Blue Light Protection Will Help You Sleep at Night

Blue light can keep you up at night if you’re not careful. Keep your circadian rhythm in check with these tips and tricks.

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Top 5 Reasons to Wear Sunglasses

You’re exposed to sunlight more than you think – let’s take a deep dive into the world of sunglasses, and why they’re important for more than just fashion accessories

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Don’t Clean Your Glasses Without Reading This First

Are You REALLY Cleaning Your Glasses Properly? All eyeglasses will get scratches from normal use and environmental factors. Despite this, there are several ways to reduce the scratches and wear your glasses receive on a daily basis. The easiest way is to change the way you clean them. Here are a few tips to keep your lenses clean, clear, and scratch-free.

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Sitting Down with Dr. Rautio

We’ve added a new member to the Laser Eye Institute team recently, Dr. Jeffrey Rautio, OD. To celebrate, I sat down with Dr. Rautio over a cup of coffee, and asked him a few questions about his unique perspective on …

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Frequently Asked Questions: Part Two

I’m in my 50’s and currently wear reading glasses, am I a candidate for LASIK? If you have great distance vision and need readers for close work, yes, you could be a candidate for LASIK.  We offer free LASIK consultations …

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Don’t Be Blinded By the Light On Solar Eclipse Day

On August 21, a good swath of the United States will get the rare chance to view a total solar eclipse. In Michigan, we’ll be outside the path of totality. Unfortunately, that means that we won’t be able to see …

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The Do’s and Don’ts of Contact Lens Wear

According to the Contact Lens Institute, over 30 million Americans wear contact lenses, and 80% of those wear soft contact lenses every day1. Do you know the dos and don’ts of contact lens wear? Keep your eyes healthy by following …

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The 9 Worst Things About Wearing Glasses

We break down our top 9 reasons why people HATE wearing glasses and decide to ditch their glasses with LASIK. 1. Glasses are Expensive If you’ve ever bought glasses, you know that the fashionable frames are only the first expense …

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