Sugar House Vision

06/21/2021

Now that summer is here outdoor activities are on the rise. Make sure you have your sunglasses handy. You’ve heard the recommendation for UV blocking eyewear many times. But why? Lean more by checking gout our blog post -

An expert staff of dedicated medical professionals and the latest in diagnostic instruments to create our state-of-the-art optometry center. In addition to providing first-rate optical care, we are also committed to keeping our services and eyewear affordable. We accept most insurance types and offe...

05/29/2020

Thanks to the Utah Society for the nice story about Dr. Chatwin.

This week we'd like to spotlight Ross Jex Chatwin at Sugar House Vision.

Thank you, Ross, for all that you do to help optometrists throughout all of Utah.

09/04/2019

Beware of Acanthamoeba
July 2019

Maybe you’ve heard of acanthamoeba, maybe you haven’t. However, once you know someone who has had it, you won’t forget it.

Acanthamoeba keratitis is a corneal infection caused by the amoeba acanthamoeba. In developed countries it is strongly associated with contact lenses and water. For example, cleaning your contacts with tap water or wearing your contacts while in hot tubs, swimming pools, while showering etc., increases your chances of contracting the infection. Although acanthamoeba keratitis is rare, it can cause serious damage to the cornea leading to permanent vision loss and a possible corneal transplant. It is definitely an eye infection you don’t want to have.

Have fun doing those things you enjoy most while protecting yourself by doing the following:
1. Clean your contact lenses daily
2. Always use a contact lens disinfecting solution, never water or saline
3. Drink plenty of water to stay hydrated
4. Protect your eyes from the sun by wearing UV protected sunglasses

By following these simple tips, your eyes will thank you for the extra protection.
See more blog posts at http://www.sugarhousevision.com/articles.asp?id=317

10/25/2017

Vision - an incredible thing and something we often take for granted. Here is a great video that explains how they eye works.

The eye is the organ of sight and is shaped as a slightly irregular hollow sphere. Various structures in the eye enable it to translate light into recognizab...

10/16/2017

Today, VSP Vision Care and Prevention Blindness launched a campaign to help address children’s vision in vulnerable communities. With every click or share from the program website, http://www.seemuchmore.com/clicks-for-kids, VSP will donate $1, up to $20,000, to this effort. Partnering with the National Head Start Association, Prevent Blindness will provide vision screening training and equipment in 25 communities. All children who are identified as having a potential vision issue will be provided with a VSP Global Eyes of Hope gift certificate for a free eye exam and glasses through a qualified VSP network provider.

09/27/2017

Growing up, did your mom ever tell you, “you’ll hurt your eyes if you sit too close to the tv” or “eat your carrots for better vision?” While the good intention was there, it’s not necessarily 100% accurate. Check out the top 10 vision myths vs facts to clear things up once and for all >> http://www.flei.com/blog/10-vision-myths/

09/22/2017

Would you like to learn more about cataracts? Think you might be getting them or know of someone who might be getting them? Then take a few minutes to view this complete guide slideshow on cataracts (and share with your friends).

Blurry vision, glare, and poor night vision are typical symptoms of cataracts. WebMD explains the condition with pictures including the causes, treatment options, and recovery.

09/07/2017

Interesting article - Myths About Your Eyes and Vision. Some fun facts and some serious. Click on the link below to read the article.

http://www.webmd.com/eye-health/fact-fiction-myths-about-eyes #1

08/21/2017

Last minute advice for viewing the solar eclipse. Have special glasses with certification information with a designated ISO 12312-2 international standard;

Have the manufacturer’s name and address printed on the product; and

Not be used if more than 3 years old or with scratched or wrinkled lenses.

Homemade filters or sunglasses, even very dark ones, are never safe for looking directly at the sun, according to the release.

While it is safe for those in the path of totality to look at the sun without special glasses during the very brief total eclipse period, at no other time or in areas outside of the totality path is it safe to view without ISO-approved glasses.

There are reports of potentially unsafe eclipse glasses appearing for sale, so be sure to buy eclipse viewers from reputable vendors.

Most retinal damage from the sun comes from the visible spectrum light and some infrared light, both of which have longer wavelengths than ultraviolet light that can be filtered by conventional sunglasses.

Conventional glasses, even very dark ones, are nowhere near as dark as what is needed to stare at the sun directly, even during a partial eclipse when 99% of the sun is eclipsed by the moon.

08/17/2017

08/15/2017

Does Playing Outdoors Benefit Kids' Vision? Study Shows Children Who Play More Outside Are Less Likely to Be Nearsighted. Read this article to learn more.

http://www.webmd.com/eye-health/news/20111025/does-playing-outdoors-benefit-kids-vision #1

08/07/2017

Download a free guide on how to view the Solar Eclipse on August 21.

http://www.preventblindness.org/solar-eclipse-protect-your-sight