Keep up-to-date on the latest vision-related news and eye care events in our Practice.
Many patients in Arlington don’t realize that unused vision insurance benefits disappear at year’s end. By scheduling your eye exam and exploring eyewear options now, you can protect your vision and save money. Arlington Vision Source makes it easy to understand your plan benefits and get the care you need.
This blog highlights the connection between diabetes and vision loss, focusing on conditions like diabetic retinopathy and macular edema. It explains why routine dilated eye exams are essential for catching early damage, even before symptoms appear. Arlington Vision Source uses advanced imaging and personalized care to help diabetic patients manage their eye health.
Please join us in wishing Dr. Cleveland a joyful and fulfilling retirement filled with family, adventure, and new beginnings. His vision and kindness will always be part of who we are at Arlington Vision Source.
Healthy contact lens habits protect your eyes from dryness, infections, and irritation. At Arlington Vision Source, our doctors fit daily, scleral, and ortho-k lenses using advanced imaging for precision and comfort. Proper cleaning, replacement, and regular exams keep your eyes safe and vision clear.
This blog breaks down what dry eye syndrome really is, why it happens, and how advanced diagnostics and customized treatments—from simple changes to specialty lenses—can bring lasting relief. If dry eye is affecting your daily comfort, this is a must-read.
Start the school year with clear vision and confidence. Arlington Vision Source offers comprehensive back-to-school eye exams with advanced technology, personalized lens options, and expert care for every age. Help your student succeed in class, on the field, and beyond.
Summer brings increased exposure to harmful UV rays, allergens, and dry conditions that can leave eyes feeling irritated or fatigued. Wearing proper sunglasses, using preservative-free eye drops, and protecting against pool chemicals can all help maintain eye comfort. Understanding how environmental factors, such as wind and humidity, affect your eyes enables you to practice proactive, daily care.
Ortho-k lenses gently reshape the cornea overnight, offering clear daytime vision without needing glasses or daytime contacts. This non-surgical option is ideal for children with progressing myopia or adults seeking a LASIK alternative. At Arlington Vision Source, our doctors use precision corneal mapping and custom lens fittings to ensure safe and effective results.
This blog explores how pediatric eye exams support children’s growth and academic performance. It highlights the importance of early detection, outlines key stages for vision screenings, and explains why Arlington Vision Source in Arlington, is trusted for comprehensive children's eye care.
Celebrate the retirement of Dr. Edwin Murr and meet Dr. Shivani Patel, the newest member of our care team at Arlington Vision Source.
Buying glasses in-office with professional opticians ensures a perfect fit, premium quality, and personalized care unmatched by online retailers. From expert fittings to superior lens options, discover why trusting in-office professionals is the smarter choice for your vision.
Spring allergies can do more than make you sneeze—they can impact your eyes in frustrating ways. Learn how your annual eye exam at Arlington Vision Source can help manage allergy symptoms and protect your vision all season long.
Shopping local for eye care means more than just supporting your community—it ensures you receive personalized service, high-quality eyewear, and advanced care. Arlington Vision Source provides expert eye exams, a curated selection of frames, and a patient-first approach that sets us apart from big chain stores.
Winter air can make wearing contact lenses uncomfortable due to dryness, wind, and indoor heating. Stay hydrated, use artificial tears, protect your eyes, and consider daily disposable lenses for enhanced comfort. If discomfort persists, consult your eye doctor for personalized solutions.
Autoimmune diseases can attack the glands that produce tears, causing dry eye symptoms.
High myopia – severe nearsightedness – is associated with an increased risk of serious eye diseases such as retinal detachment, glaucoma, and cataracts.
Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) can cause severe vision loss, but early detection can help preserve your vision.
Here's how eye exams helped save Katie's vision and quality of life. Call Arlington Vision Source to schedule your appointment.
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, and how Arlington Vision Source can help.
Switching from glasses to scleral contact lenses can take several weeks. your Arlington 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.
Many retinal conditions can lead to vision loss if not diagnosed early and treated promptly. If your optometrist notices signs of retinal disease, they’ll manage the condition until it's necessary to refer you to a retina specialist.
Discover why experts say there’s a myopia epidemic, and learn what you can do to keep your kids’ eyes healthy. Arlington Vision Source proudly offers myopia management treatments to nearsighted children for healthy and clear life-long vision.
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.
Your eye experts at Arlington Vision Source have compiled our top 7 tips for keeping your eyes healthy and safe this holiday season. Let us know how else we can help!
Did you know that having atrophied meibomian glands can signal uncontrolled blood sugar levels? To learn more or to schedule an appointment, contact Arlington Vision Source today!
Aging comes with many blessings but also certain challenges. Having a higher risk of developing age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is one of them. Fortunately, a formulation of vitamins and minerals called AREDS2 may slow the progression of vision loss from AMD. We at Arlington Vision Source in Arlington offer treatment for macular degeneration and other eye diseases.
Did you know that a risk factor for developing myopia (nearsightedness) is living in an urban area? But don’t worry – the myopia management program at Arlington Vision Source can help.
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.
Dry eye syndrome is a common eye condition. So common, in fact, that many people ignore it, not realizing that, left untreated, severe cases of DES can cause vision loss and even blindness.
Genetic testing can help determine whether you have a genetic variant that may put you or your children at risk for certain diseases. Read on to learn about genetic testing for keratoconus.
It's Contact Lens Safety Month, which makes it the perfect time to brush up on ways to keep your eyes and vision healthy when wearing contact lenses. Here are our top contact lens safety tips to keep your peepers happy.
Glaucoma in children is rare, but when it occurs, it must be treated with surgery to prevent vision loss. Read on to learn more about congenital glaucoma symptoms and treatments.
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.
Macular degeneration is a disease that can threaten your sight as it progresses, but early diagnosis and treatment can delay and even lower your risk of vision loss.
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 Arlington Vision Source can help!
The most important reason for choosing myopia management is to protect your child’s precious gift of sight from sight-threatening eye diseases. But here’s an added benefit: it may save you money in the long run!
If you have corneal dystrophy, it will become increasingly difficult to wear standard contact lenses. Scleral lenses are an excellent choice for patients with many types of corneal irregularities, including most types of corneal dystrophy. Read on to learn how Arlington Vision Source can help.
Dry eye syndrome is one of the most common eye conditions in the world, yet many people put up with the discomfort, even though it's very treatable. Here are tips to help you deal with your dry eye symptoms, along with treatment from your eye doctor.
Many substances and situations can cause dry eyes, such as certain medications, hormonal changes, and your environment. No matter the cause, having dry eyes feels pretty terrible. Here we list the different symptoms of dry eye and address treatment options.
Unfortunately, glaucoma doesn't show any symptoms until its advanced stages. Read on to learn what you can to preserve your vision and live your best life.
Here are 5 eye symptoms that you should never ignore. Call Arlington Vision Source without delay if you or a loved one experiences any of these eye or vision problems.
Childhood myopia — nearsightedness — is reaching epidemic proportions. Fortunately, there are steps parents can take to reduce their child’s risk of developing myopia.
Every child should have a comprehensive eye exam before the start of the new school year. Just as you wouldn’t consider sending them to school without a backpack or a lunch box, make sure their eyes and vision are ready for the challenges ahead.
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.
High myopia isn’t just difficulty seeing faraway objects. It can actually increase the risk of developing serious eye diseases later in life. Read on to find out how you can slow or halt your child’s myopia progression.
If you’ve been diagnosed with high blood pressure, you're at risk of developing certain eye diseases. Read on to find out how to protect your vision.
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?
Hyperopia affects near vision in children and young adults. Want to know more about hyperopia? Here we explain ways to recognize the condition and help your child if they have it.
Whether you call it eye goop, crusties or gunk, there are times when a bit of mucus around your eyes is normal — and times when it’s not. Learn how a dry eye optometrist can help.
Keratoconus is a progressive eye disease that causes the cornea to thin and bulge, resulting in blurry and distorted vision. Here are the most commonly asked questions about keratoconus.
Cataract surgery not only improves vision. Research suggests that cataract surgery may also prevent cognitive decline.
Myopia management, an optometrist-developed program, can slow and even halt the progression of a child’s myopia. Read on to learn more.
Here’s how you can celebrate National Sunglasses Day on June 27.
Studies have found a correlation between asthma and dry eye syndrome. Fortunately, a dry eye optometrist can help by treating your uncomfortable dry eye symptoms.