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What Does EyeMed Actually Cover?

If you have an EyeMed plan through work, you probably know it helps pay for eye care. The details get fuzzier once you start picking out lenses or need a visit for something other than a checkup. EyeMed plans generally help cover routine eye exams and provide benefits toward glasses or contact lenses, while medical…
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Can Myopia Be Cured?

Myopia, also called nearsightedness, makes far-away objects look blurry while close-up ones stay clear. It often starts in childhood and can get worse each year as your child grows. So it's no surprise that many parents want to know if there's a way to fix it for good. Myopia can't be cured, since the change…
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How to Unclog Meibomian Glands

A row of tiny oil glands runs along the edge of each eyelid, and they do quiet work every time you blink. When those glands clog, your tears evaporate too quickly. Eyes start to feel gritty by mid-afternoon, or vision blurs until you blink a few times, and plenty of people put up with it…
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Why Does My Eye Hurt When I Blink?

That sharp or scratchy feeling every time your eyelid closes can pull your focus away from everything else. You might notice it while reading, driving home, or scrolling through your phone before bed. Most eye pain when you blink comes down to dryness, irritation, or a small, treatable issue like a stye, pink eye, or…
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What Causes Dry Eyes All of a Sudden?

Key Takeaways Screen time reduces your natural blink rate significantly Certain daily medications often decrease your tear production An eye doctor helps identify your specific discomfort accurately The Murfreesboro location provides varied treatment options for you Sudden Eye Discomfort Explained You've probably woken up one morning with eyes that feel like sandpaper. It's a scratchy…
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How Long Does an Eye Exam Take?

Finding room in a busy schedule for health appointments can feel like a stressful puzzle. Between dropping the kids off and running errands, you need to know exactly how your day will unfold. You might put off vision checks simply because you assume the process takes up the entire afternoon. A standard eye exam usually…
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Can Allergies Cause Dry Eyes?

Key Takeaways Allergens like pollen inflame tear glands and lower moisture levels in your eyes. Itchy and swollen eyelids are common signs of seasonal eye irritation. Aging and digital screen time can look like allergies but need different care. Cool compresses and artificial tears help soothe discomfort at home. Our Murfreesboro location offers a variety…
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Does Myopia Get Worse With Age?

If you have myopia, you know the feeling of the world becoming blurry at a distance. You might wonder if your prescription will continue to change for the rest of your life, especially as you get older and notice other shifts in your vision. For most people, myopia—or nearsightedness—does not continue to get worse with…

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