Klamath Eye Center

09/05/2025

Benson Eye Center
(541) 883-3688
2615 Almond St, Klamath Falls, OR 97601

Downtown Optical
(541) 884-8322
629 Main St, Klamath Falls, OR 97601

09/01/2025

Happy Labor Day from Klamath Eye Center!

08/29/2025

Regular eye exams are essential for maintaining good vision and overall eye health at every age. They do more than just determine if you need glasses. They can detect early signs of serious eye conditions like glaucoma, cataracts, and macular degeneration, often before symptoms appear. Eye exams can also reveal underlying health problems such as diabetes, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol, as the eyes often show early indicators of systemic diseases. For children, eye exams are critical for detecting vision issues that could affect learning, development, and social interaction. Even if you don’t have noticeable vision problems, routine eye exams ensure your eyes stay healthy and your vision remains sharp.

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08/25/2025

Normally, the eye constantly bathes itself in tears. By producing tears at a slow and steady rate, the eye stays moist and comfortable.

Sometimes people do not produce enough tears or the appropriate quality of tears to keep their eyes healthy and comfortable. This condition is known as dry eye.

What are the symptoms of Dry Eye?
• Stinging or burning eyes;
• Scratchiness;
• Stringy mucus in or around the eyes;
• Excessive eye irritation from smoke or wind;
• Excess tearing;
• Discomfort when wearing contact lenses.

Excess tearing from “dry eye” may sound illogical, but it can be understood as the eye’s response to discomfort. If the tears responsible for maintaining lubrication do not keep the eye wet enough, the eye becomes irritated. Eye irritation prompts the gland that makes tears (called the lacrimal gland) to release a large volume of tears, overwhelming the tear drainage system. These excess tears then overflow from your eye.

How is Dry Eye diagnosed?
An ophthalmologist is usually able to diagnose dry eye by examining the eyes. Sometimes tests that measure tear production are necessary. One test, called the Schirmer tear test, involves placing filter-paper strips under the lower eyelids to measure the rate of tear production under various conditions. Another test uses diagnostic drops to look for certain patterns of dryness on the surface of the eye.

How is Dry Eye treated?
Adding Tears Eyedrops called artificial tears are similar to your own tears. They lubricate the eyes and help maintain moisture.

Artificial tears are available without a prescription. There are many brands on the market, so you may want to try several to find the one you like best.

Preservative-free eyedrops are available for people who are sensitive to the preservatives in artificial tears. If you need to use artificial tears more than every two hours, preservative-free brands may be better for you.

You can use the artificial tears as often as necessary — once or twice a day or as often as several times an hour.

Other treatment options may include ointments, gels and inserts.

08/23/2025

How often should we be getting our eyes checked?

Read Below!

Regular eye exams are essential to protect your vision and eye health. Read on to learn how often you should be getting your eyes checked.

08/20/2025

How are we already less than two weeks away from school starting?! Don't forget to schedule an eye exam for your child before school starts!

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08/17/2025

Effects of Blue Light:

- Blue light, especially from screens (phones, tablets, computers, and TVs), can have several effects on health, particularly with prolonged exposure:

- Disrupted Sleep: Blue light suppresses melatonin production, the hormone that regulates sleep. Exposure at night can make it harder to fall asleep and reduce sleep quality.

- Eye Strain and Fatigue: Extended screen time can lead to digital eye strain, also known as computer vision syndrome. Symptoms include dry eyes, blurred vision, and headaches.

- Potential Retinal Damage: While research is still ongoing, some studies suggest that excessive exposure to blue light may contribute to retinal stress or damage over time.

- Increased Risk of Myopia (Nearsightedness): Especially in children, excessive screen use and limited outdoor time have been associated with a higher risk of developing nearsightedness.

How to Mitigate Blue Light Exposure:

- Use Blue Light Filters: Enable blue light filters or "Night Shift" modes on devices, or install apps like f.lux to reduce blue light emission, especially in the evening.

- Wear Blue Light Blocking Glasses: These lenses can filter out a portion of blue light and may help reduce eye strain.

- Take Screen Breaks: Follow the 20-20-20 rule: every 20 minutes, look at something 20 feet away for at least 20 seconds.

- Limit Screen Time Before Bed: Try to avoid screens 1–2 hours before sleeping to help your body wind down naturally.

- Increase Natural Light Exposure: Spending time outdoors during daylight helps regulate circadian rhythms and supports eye development in children.

- Adjust Screen Brightness: Match screen brightness to your environment to reduce strain, and use larger text if needed.

Being mindful of blue light exposure can support better sleep, reduce discomfort, and protect long-term eye health.

08/16/2025

We cannot stress the importance of proper contact lens care enough! Here's an excellent article giving some instructions when it comes to contact care.

Proper contact lens care reduces infection risk and increases comfort. Get the right start on your contact lens system by seeing a doctor who provides full-service care.

08/14/2025

Before the school year begins, it's important to get your child's eyes checked to ensure they’re set up for academic success. Good vision plays a critical role in learning, as much of what children are taught in school is presented visually. Undiagnosed vision problems can lead to difficulties with reading, concentration, and classroom participation, potentially impacting grades and self-confidence. A comprehensive eye exam can catch issues that a standard school screening might miss, such as eye coordination or focusing problems. Scheduling a check-up before school starts ensures that any necessary corrections.

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08/13/2025

As we soak up the last of Summer, don't forget to wear adequate eye protection!

07/28/2025

Here's a fun eye fact to start your day!

07/25/2025

Summer is in full swing. What types of outdoor activities are your favorite? Hiking? Biking? Swiming? Drop your answers in the comments!!