EBD BLOG

If you wear prescription glasses, then you’ve probably considered transition lenses — and if not, we’d like to share a few good reasons why you should.   Are Photochromic Lenses Good for Eyes? Transition lenses — also known as...

Reviewed by: Dr. Matthew Miller, OD on November 6th, 2020 When to wear blue light glasses By now, you’ve probably heard all the hype around blue light blocking glasses — if not, then here’s a quick refresh:  To start, blue light is emitted...

Many people have a flexible spending account, but what is FSA? An FSA is an account you can use through your employer to cover the costs of some medical services. Employment and federal income tax isn’t deducted from an FSA account, so it...

If you’re taking advantage of your company’s FSA (flexible spending account) or HSA (health savings account) as part of your health plan, your vision care is about to get a significant upgrade.  FSA/HSA funds can go a long way in covering...

When looking at different types of glasses, it seems that reading glasses and computer glasses each fall under a specific category, leading many to wonder are reading glasses and computer glasses the same? While on the surface reading...

August means two things: summer is ending and back-to-school is right around the corner — it’s also Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month! Which is exactly why we’re putting a focus on children’s eye exams (just in time for all that...

Sunny Jiang, CEO of EyeBuyDirect 100 years ago the 19th amendment was added to the United States Constitution, giving some women the right to vote. While we recognize this major milestone in America’s history as Women’s Equality Day, it’s...

Blue light glasses have become a popular tool to protect the eyes from the invisible yet harmful blue light projected by digital screens. While this is certainly handy, what about when you’re not looking at a screen? If they were created...

Reviewed by: Dr. Matthew Miller, OD on August 12th, 2020 It’s rare these days to find someone who isn’t aware of or already in possession of blue light blocking glasses. While it’s super common to see people walking around, rocking a pair...