Blog Hero

Category: Eye Health

Request Appointment

Using Nutrigenomics in Clinical Practice

The science of epigenetics (the study of how our genes and environment interact) and nutrigenomics (how diet influences gene expression) is poised to radically change medicine. In our clinic, Dr. Davis has partnered with Neurobiologix, a developer of nutritional supplements, to perform genetic testing and pair your individual DNA makeup with targeted dietary and nutraceutical […]

Read More…

Specialty Lenses!

At Vision Therapy Institute we offer more than spectacle lenses, and soft contact lenses for optical correction. We also treat medical conditions, such as Ocular Surface Disease, Keratoconus, and Myopia that require the use of Specialty Lenses for optimal optical/corneal treatment and correction.  Here are some of the lenses we provide: OrthoK Lenses:  Specially designed gas […]

Read More…

What Diseases Can Be Detected in an Eye Exam?

An optometrist checks his patient's eyes in a clinic

No one wants to consider the possibility of developing an eye disease. But unfortunately, it can happen to anyone. However, getting comprehensive eye examinations as recommended by your optometrist and the American Optometric Association (AOA) provides the most hope of early diagnosis and avoiding long-term complications or vision loss from various eye diseases and conditions.  […]

Read More…

Can Lack of Sleep Cause Blurry Vision? How Brain and Eye Health Are Connected

A young Asian woman sitting at a window sill in the dark. She is holding up a glowing iPad to her face with her right hand, and rubbing her eyes with her left hand while both eyes are closed.

Your eyes need sleep to heal, just like your brain and body. If you don’t get enough sleep, it could result in several eye issues, including blurry vision.  Consuming foods high in vitamins, minerals, and nutrients is also important for improved performance of your eyes and brain. The brain and eyes are closely connected, and […]

Read More…

instagram facebook facebook2 pinterest twitter google-plus google linkedin2 yelp youtube phone location calendar share2 link star-full star star-half chevron-right chevron-left chevron-down chevron-up envelope fax