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Can your eyes cause headaches? Learn how eye strain, vision changes, and screen time may contribute to headaches and when to schedule a comprehensive eye exam.

Can you shower or swim while wearing contact lenses? Learn why water and contacts do not mix and what to do if your lenses get wet from a shower, pool, or tub.

Not sure what happens during a comprehensive eye exam? Here's a friendly, step-by-step look at what to expect when you visit Optometric Associates.

Struggling with red, irritated eyes this season? Learn how to tell the difference between dry eye disease and ocular allergies.

The Eye-Diet Connection How Nutrition Affects Your Eye Health: What Maine Residents Should Be Eating

Learn how advanced vision testing technologies like OCT scans and digital retinal imaging improve early detection and protect the long-term eye health of patients.

Learn how to protect your eyes during Maine’s changing seasons, from summer UV exposure to winter snow glare and dry air. Seasons create challenges for eyes.

Learn how eye exams can detect systemic health conditions like diabetes and high blood pressure, and why regular eye care is important for Maine residents.

Understand the importance of regular eye exams and eye care for children in Maine. Learn how eye exams support healthy vision and overall development in children.