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Stay informed about the latest developments in eye care and vision-related news by connecting with our practice’s blog offerings. We provide updates on eye care events and essential information to help you maintain optimal eye health. Join us in our commitment to your vision's well-being.

March is Women’s Eye Health Month

Embrace Your Vision As we celebrate the strength and achievements of women, we also want to spotlight the importance of eye health in women's lives. Learn why regular eye exams are crucial for women and discover how Advanced Family Eyecare in Waupaca can help care for your vision. Why Women...

Custom Contact Lenses: Perfect Fit For Your Eyes

Custom contact lenses can provide sharper vision, increased comfort, and a reduced risk of eye problems. Learn more about custom contact lenses and whether they're right for you at  Advanced Family Eyecare in Waupaca  in Waupaca.

High Myopia: What You Need to Know to Protect Your Vision

High myopia is a severe form of nearsightedness that can lead to serious eye problems later in life. Learn more about the risks and how to protect your vision with early intervention.

How Diabetes Increases Dry Eye Risk in Children and Adolescents

Children and adolescents with diabetes are significantly more likely to suffer from dry eye syndrome (DES) than their non-diabetic peers. Read on to learn why diabetics are at higher risk.

Experts Warn of Rising Levels Of Myopia

Discover why experts say there’s a myopia epidemic, and learn what you can do to keep your kids’ eyes healthy. Advanced Family Eyecare proudly offers myopia management treatments to nearsighted children for healthy and clear life-long vision.

Can a Nerf® Gun Lead to Vision Loss?

Nerf guns can be fun, but taking precautions to prevent eye injuries is important. Learn how to stay safe while playing with Nerf guns and what to do if you or your child is hit in the eye with a Nerf dart.

Natural And Holistic Dry Eye Treatments

Medication doesn't always work to heal dry eye syndrome's underlying cause. The following natural and holistic remedies may relieve your eye discomfort and relieve your symptoms.

High Blood Sugar Linked to Meibomian Gland Dysfunction

Did you know that having atrophied meibomian glands can signal uncontrolled blood sugar levels? To learn more or to schedule an appointment, contact Advanced Family Eyecare today!

Can Dry Eye Cause Focusing Problems?

Many conditions can cause hazy vision and difficulty focusing, including dry eye syndrome. Here’s how your Advanced Family Eyecare in can help.

Raising Awareness About Keratoconus

World Keratoconus Day is celebrated every year on November 10 to raise awareness of this rare eye condition. Read on to learn about keratoconus and how it’s treated.

Are You Suddenly Seeing Dark Spots? Here’s What You Should Do

Seeing floaters is common and usually nothing to worry about. Yet there are times when floaters are a sign of a serious eye condition. Here’s what you need to know about eye floaters, and how Advanced Family Eyecare in Waupaca can help!

Why Glasses Are Not the Solution for Progressive Myopia

Traditional myopia correction uses glasses to improve visual acuity, but they are not a solution for controlling myopia’s progression and may even contribute to worsening myopia. Myopia management is an effective treatment program to slow or halt myopia progression.

The Link Between High Myopia and Serious Eye Diseases

High myopia – severe nearsightedness – is associated with an increased risk of serious eye diseases such as retinal detachment, glaucoma, and cataracts.

How Long Does It Take To Switch From Glasses to Scleral Lenses?

Switching from glasses to scleral contact lenses can take several weeks. your Waupaca eye doctor will provide instructions on how to properly insert, remove, and care for the lenses, as well as how to monitor for any potential complications. Read on to learn more.

Why Get Custom Contact Lenses?

Custom contact lenses are specially designed to fit irregularly-shaped corneas. If you find wearing regular contact lenses uncomfortable, ask your optometrist if custom contact lenses are right for you.

Can I Be Blinded By A Nerf® Gun?

Did you know that Nerf® guns, a supposedly safe children’s toy, have been shown to cause eye injury in certain cases? What makes them so dangerous?