All About Eyes

Our eyes are incredibly complex and essential parts of our everyday lives. From corrective lenses to eye disorders, Complete Eye Care of Medina helps you understand your eyes and the things you can do to keep your vision 20/20.

Taking Care of Your Eyes Between Checkups

Between visits to the dentist, most people brush their teeth, and some even remember to floss, and of course we try to take steps to stay healthy between our annual physical exams. When it comes to how to take care of our eyes,...

Why Do Onions Make Us Cry (and Other Vision Facts)

The only organ in the human body more complex than the eye is the brain. There are two million working parts in your eyes, and over one million nerves that connect to our brains. This is partly why annual vision checkups with...

What Is Amblyopia? (Lazy Eye)

Amblyopia is a common childhood vision problem affecting up to 3% of children, and if untreated can lead to long-lasting vision problems. Fortunately, amblyopia is correctable in the vast majority of cases, with early detection...

What Literally Happens in the Blink of an Eye

Without even thinking about it, you’re blinking about 15-20 times per minute which is about 1,200 times per hour. So, why do we blink? Blinking is necessary for healthy vision for two main reasons: clearing away debris and lubricating...

Can Vision Therapy Help Migraines?

While there are many factors that can contribute to migraines, those with chronic migraines may not be aware that their vision could be the cause. When there is an eye condition preventing the eyes from aligning or focusing properly,...

5 Ways to Help Your Child Transition to Wearing Glasses

If your child needs prescription glasses it can present many challenges, depending on how your child reacts to the idea of wearing them. Some children find it exciting to wear glasses and some are indifferent, while others flat...

Is It Possible to Prevent Cataracts?

Normally, the lens of your eye is clear, but cataracts cloud the lens of the eye. For those patients suffering from cataracts, their vision is like looking through a foggy window. Cataracts impact daily life and make it difficult...

Why Am I Experiencing Sudden Vision Changes?

Random floaters, blurry sightlines, or dry eyes can occur suddenly and might seem alarming. In general, vision changes are perfectly normal, especially as you age and grow. So, why are you experiencing sudden changes in vision?...

Ask Dr. Wesley: What Do I Need to Know About Mask-Associated Dry Eye?

While wearing a mask is crucial during COVID-19, there are also side effects including acne, foggy glasses… and dry eye. A recent report in the Journal of Ophthalmology and Therapy details how dry eye cases have increased...