Why Premium Polarized Sunglasses Help You See More, Squint Less

by Ridgefield Vision Center | Jul 9, 2026 | Optical News

July is National UV Safety Month, an opportunity to think about how you can minimize harmful ultraviolet (UV) radiation exposure on both your skin and your eyes. UV exposure not only causes skin cancer, but is also associated with eye conditions including cataracts,...

What Eye Health Risks Can You Inherit from Your Father?

by Ridgefield Vision Center | Jun 18, 2026 | Optical News

On Father’s Day, we celebrate our dads, grandfathers, uncles, and other fatherly figures who helped shape our lives. Whether your father taught you how to ride a bike or grill the perfect burger, he may also have passed down something less visible: Your risk for...

7 Cataract Myths That Could Put Your Vision at Risk

by Ridgefield Vision Center | Jun 4, 2026 | Optical News

June is Cataract Awareness Month, an ideal opportunity to clarify fact from fiction when it comes to one of the most common eye conditions that impacts adult vision. Cataracts affect millions of Americans, yet myths about who gets them, what causes them, and whether...

Eye Safety Tips for DIY Parents and Their Kids

by Ridgefield Vision Center | May 26, 2026 | Optical News

Did you know that you and your kids are at risk for eye injury while performing everyday work and do-it-yourself (DIY) projects in and around your home? It’s a fact: About 50% of eye injuries happen in or around the home — and there are more than 125,000...

What Eye Health Risks Can You Inherit from Your Mother?

by Ridgefield Vision Center | May 20, 2026 | Optical News

On the second Sunday of May, we honor our moms on Mother’s Day, a day to celebrate the women who raised us. After all, where would we be without our amazing moms? The tradition dates back to 1914 when U.S. President Woodrow Wilson officially designated the...

What Your Optometrist Looks for During a Dilated Eye Exam

by Ridgefield Vision Center | Apr 21, 2026 | Optical News

A dilated eye exam is one of the most effective tools your eye doctor uses to protect your healthy vision. By widening the pupils, dilation gives your optometrist a clear view into the back of your eye to examine the retina and optic nerve, helping detect eye concerns...