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I have never worn contact lenses before
Dr Stephen Taylor Question: I have never worn contact lenses before, but would like to wear them when I am exercising. How do I go about finding the right ones for me? Answer: Contact lenses are an…
My child wants to get colored contact lenses to go with their Halloween costume this year
Dr Stephen Taylor Question: My child wants to get colored contact lenses to go with their Halloween costume this year. Are these safe for their eyes? Answer: Cosmetic contact lenses can be a very…
Do I need to see my Optometrist more often now that I am a senior?
Dr Stephen Taylor Question: Do I need to see my Optometrist more often now that I am a senior? I have to hold the newspaper quite far away to read now, and I think my vision is worsening. Answer:…
I need to wear safety glasses at my job
Dr Stephen Taylor Question: I need to wear safety glasses at my job, but also wear prescription glasses. Can they be combined? Answer: Yes! Prescription safety eyewear is a very common request, and…
What products do you recommend?
Dr Stephen Taylor Question: My friends recommend different brands of eye drops and I am unsure which would work best for me. What products do you recommend? Answer: Excellent question, as not all…
My doctor diagnosed me with diabetes and said I need to see an Optometrist
Dr Stephen Taylor Question: My doctor diagnosed me with diabetes and said I need to see an Optometrist to have my eyes checked. What does the eye have to do with diabetes? Answer: Most people know…
What exactly is astigmatism?
Dr Stephen Taylor Question: What exactly is astigmatism? Answer: This is a very common question and is one of the most misunderstood terms. Patients often describe that their eye is shaped like a…
I have a family history of Macular Degeneration.
Dr Stephen Taylor Question: I have a family history of Macular Degeneration. What steps do I need to take to determine if I have this condition too? Answer: It is a very good idea to be tested for…
My optometrist wants me to get a visual field test
Dr Stephen Taylor Question: My optometrist wants me to get a visual field test after completing my routine eye exam, but my husband does not need to. Why is this? Answer: An extensive visual field…
Why do you use so many instruments during an eye examination?
Dr Stephen Taylor Question: Why do you use so many instruments during an eye examination? Are they really necessary? Answer: As technology has advanced, it has greatly enhanced our ability to detect…