When to See an Eye Doctor: 5 Signs It’s Time to Book an Appointment

Posted on July 31, 2024 (July 31, 2024) by Total Vision

A photo of an urban street in the day time, blurred and unfocused.

Changes in vision, discomfort, or difficulty seeing at night are just some of the signs that it’s time to visit your eye doctor. […]

Why Is My Eyelid Swollen & Hurts When I Blink?

Posted on July 18, 2024 (July 18, 2024) by Total Vision

A woman in pain gently touches her swollen eyelid

There are several possible reasons why your eyelid might be swollen and hurt when you blink, including infections like styes or conjunctivitis, allergies that trigger inflammation, or even something as simple as rubbing your eyes too vigorously. […]

How to Test Blue Light Glasses

Posted on June 11, 2024 (June 11, 2024) by Total Vision

A woman wearing blue light glasses while looking at her phone to protect her eyes from digital eye strain.

There are several ways to test blue light glasses:

Visually inspect the lenses

Using a digital test image

UV flashlight and a blue light test card

Ask your optometrist! […]

Do Sunglasses Protect Your Eyes?

Posted on June 11, 2024 (June 11, 2024) by Total Vision

A man walking down the street wearing sunglasses to protect his eyes from the sun damage.

Sunglasses and safety glasses each have their place, offering unique benefits tailored to different needs. Sunglasses protect our eyes from the sun but not necessarily from impact, and safety glasses are typically the other way around. […]