Maine Eye Center’s very own Dr. Miller and Dr. Neavyn were featured on Maine News Center regarding the upcoming solar eclipse on April 8th. Eye safety during eclipses is incredibly important, and they touch on how to view the eclipse as safely as possible. Use the link below to read the full article and watch… Read More
Posted in Uncategorized | April 2, 2024
It is important to ensure that you are eating foods that are good for your overall health as well as your eye health! I’m sure you’ve heard to eat more carrots if you want strong eyes or fill your diet with leafy greens but what are you eating that could be harming your eye health?… Read More
Posted in Uncategorized | December 18, 2017
There are many scenarios you may find yourself in where you are at risk for an eye injury. Whether you are playing a sport, handling chemicals, or in the way of any foreign objects you could find yourself dealing with an eye injury. Don’t worry – they are common and with the right information and… Read More
Posted in Uncategorized | November 29, 2017
As we get older we start thinking more and more about health and conditions we may be prone to getting. This is something you think about a lot when thinking about your eye health in particular. One condition that can start to develop as you get older is Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma. This is the… Read More
Posted in Uncategorized | November 10, 2017
There are many steps you can take to keep your body healthy, including your eye health and vision. There are many factors that contribute to your eye health and these are a couple ways you can protect your vision! Eat Healthy: It is no secret that what we fuel our body with has an effect… Read More
Posted in Uncategorized | October 19, 2017
We fuel our body with foods for our overall health but have you ever put in any thought about which foods have the best impact on our eye health? We are here to help! Check out which food groups will help keep you and your eyes healthy! Fish, Nuts & Seeds: The first suggestion we have… Read More
Posted in Uncategorized | September 27, 2017
It is well known that smoking is the leading cause of serious health conditions that affect your lungs, heart, and much more. What most people don’t know is how smoking negatively impacts your eyes and puts you at an increased risk of developing cataracts, diabetic retinopathy, age-related macular degeneration, and dry eye syndrome. Read more… Read More
Posted in Uncategorized | September 13, 2017
When your eyes stop producing enough tears needed to nourish your eyes, you could start having to deal with a condition known as Dry Eye. Without enough tears to provide the necessary lubricant the eye needs you may experience some of these symptoms listed below as a result: Scratching sensation Dry, itchy, or burning eyes… Read More
Posted in Uncategorized | July 25, 2017
We’ve all been there before, you fall asleep on your couch watching TV or get home from a long day at work and wake up with your contacts still in. We know we shouldn’t sleep in our contacts but mistakes are inevitable. But why is it so bad for us to wear our contacts overnight?… Read More
Posted in Uncategorized | June 15, 2017
Over 20 million people in North America alone suffer from severe vision loss. Not all of these eye diseases can be prevented or cured, but there are some things you can do to help your eyes remain healthy and possibly lower your risks of developing serious vision loss. Here are 4 things you can do… Read More
Posted in Uncategorized | April 21, 2017