American Eye Care Ctr (Astoria, NY 11103-4058)

• Can play table tennis prevent myopia?

  In fact all ball games are effective in preventing myopia for children. The reason is obvious, you have to move your eyes frequently in the process and change to focus from near to far. Thus the focus ability is enhanced in this way.

• Are Ortho-K lenses suitable for everyone?

  Some people are not suitable for OrthoK. For example, people who have very high levels of myopia or those who are farsighted may not be qualified for Ortho-K lens. So I don't think everyone can be suitable for OrthoK treatment.

• How many types are there for vision insurance plans?

  Vision insurance plans usually cover two types, one is vision benefits package and the other is discount vision plan. A vision benefits package means that you only pay a co-pay for your eye exam with the balance to be paid by your plan. In a vision discount plan, you must pay fully for services, which is lower than the normal price.

• Why do I need varifocal glasses for reading?

  Varifocals allow you to read and see in the distance at the same time. However, if you have no problem when you do some reading, then there is no need to get varifocals. You can take your current glasses off when you start to do the reading.

• How can I tell if I have high eye pressure?

  There is no such sigh indicating high eye pressure. The doctor would detect it by special device and tell if you have high eye pressure.

• Can eye patch on one eye make another eye stronger?

  Maybe it does work for you. Eye patch can be especially useful for children and teenagers. If you are adults, eye patching is not going to help you very much. But you can still have a try.

• How does eye palming improve your vision?

  Most of the poor vision is caused by excessive eye fatigue. Palming is a technique that is used to relax the eyes. Doing eye palming correctly can enough rest in a short time and your vision can be improved in flashes. If you insist on doing it, these improvements can last longer and become greater over time.

• Should I worry about my wavy blood vessel?

  As long as you have your eyes checked regularly, there is no need to worry about it. If there is something wrong with your eyes, the doctor will take measures to treat it. So don't worry.

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