eye health,
made simple.
Practical answers about eye exams, dry eye, contacts and ocular aesthetics, from Green Bay optometrist Dr. Laurie J. Larson, OD.
How OptiLIFT Works: A Non-Surgical Blepharoplasty Alternative
It mimics the lifted look of eyelid surgery with no incisions. Here's how OptiLIFT tones the lid and helps your eyes feel better too.
Read · 5 minHow Often Should You Get an Eye Exam? A Guide for Green Bay Families
Every year? Every two? The answer depends on your age, health and family history. Here's a simple guide.
Read · 5 minWhy Your Eyes Feel Worse in a Wisconsin Winter (and What Actually Helps)
Cold wind outside, furnace heat inside. Here's why Green Bay winters are rough on your eyes and what helps.
Read · 6 minWhat Is OptiLight? IPL Dry Eye Treatment Explained
A look at how intense pulsed light treats one of the most common causes of dry eye, and what a session feels like.
Read · 5 minMeibomian Gland Dysfunction: The Hidden Cause Behind Most Dry Eye
Tiny glands in your eyelids may be the reason drops never seem to work. Here's what MGD is and how it's treated.
Read · 5 minOptiLIFT vs. Eyelid Surgery: Non-Surgical Blepharoplasty Options for Tired-Looking Eyes
Hooded or heavy lids don't always mean surgery. Here's how a non-surgical option compares.
Read · 5 minWhy Your Glasses Prescription Isn't Enough for Contacts
A contact lens sits on your eye, not in front of it. That's why it needs its own fitting.
Read · 4 minWhat a Retinal Exam Can Catch Before You Notice Symptoms
Some of the most serious eye conditions start without pain or blur. A retinal exam is how they're found early.
Read · 5 minScreen Time and Tired Eyes: Easy Fixes for Desk Workers
Headaches, dry eyes and blur after a long day on screens? A few small changes can make a big difference.
Read · 4 minBack to School in Brown County: Why Kids Need a Real Eye Exam
A school screening isn't an eye exam. Here are the signs your child may be struggling to see.
Read · 4 minCan You Wear Contacts If You Have Dry Eye?
Gave up on contacts because they felt dry? You may have more options than you think.
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