Blog From Our Optometry Clinic In Knoxville

Myopia Control in Kids
posted: Feb. 14, 2023.

When kids have myopia, also called nearsightedness, it often gets worse quickly. It can progress quite far while the child is still young. By adulthood, the prescription will be much Read more
7 Signs You Might Have Eye Cataracts
posted: Sep. 13, 2022.

As you approach your senior years, you may notice subtle changes in your visual clarity. Your vision may become blurred or cloudy or you may have difficulty seeing clearly when Read more
Everything You Need to Know about Contact Lens Fittings
posted: Jul. 26, 2022.

If you are considering getting contact lenses, one of the most important things you need is to schedule a fitting. A fitting will ensure you get the right type and Read more
Choosing The Right Glasses
posted: Jul. 12, 2022.

You have probably come across people wearing glasses that don’t look right on them. Others keep experiencing visual problems despite having glasses that are supposed to rectify their vision difficulties. Read more
How do Multifocal and Bifocal Contact Lenses Work
posted: Mar. 15, 2022.

Contact lenses have been around for a long time and have come a long way in design and technology. Several different contact lenses are available at Karns Vision Center in Read more
Protecting Your Eyes During the Winter Season
posted: Jan. 20, 2022.

Your eyes need protection year-round, but winter poses some special challenges for the health of your eyes. The dry, cold air and glare from the sun off of the snow Read more
Winter Eye Irritations
posted: Jan. 04, 2022.

In the wintertime, many people notice a new set of irritations that affect their eyes. Between the drop in temperature, wind, and dry air, your eyes can go through a Read more
Types of Treatment for Dry Eye
posted: Dec. 07, 2021.

Dry Eye When your eyes are dry and irritated, you may have a condition called dry eye. A number of factors can cause this problem, and there is a wide range Read more
Why UV Eye Protection in Sunglasses Matters
posted: Oct. 18, 2021.

UV radiation is damaging to both the skin and the eyes. It can damage your eyes in several ways, so it is important to wear sunglasses with UV protection when Read more
Identifying and Treating Pink Eye
posted: Aug. 12, 2021.

Pink eye is the informal name for an eye condition called conjunctivitis. It is often thought of as a condition affecting young children. It often runs rampant throughout places like Read more