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Understanding Your Eyes & Vision

At McCauley Celin Eyecare Associates, our team is dedicated to helping educate others on the world of vision and eye care. Our blog is a collection of informative content on various eye care topics.

Why Do Contact Lenses Make My Eyes Itchy?

Contact Lenses, Dry Eye

Itchy, irritated eyes can turn the convenience of contact lenses into a daily nuisance. From tear film disruption to trapped allergens, several factors can lead to that uncomfortable itch under your lenses.  Contact lenses often make your eyes itchy because they reduce oxygen flow, attract protein or pollen deposits, and can harbor bacteria when not […]

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May 26, 2025
Dr. Caitlin McCauley

Blepharitis vs Pink Eye: What’s The Difference?

Eye Diseases, Pink Eye

Blepharitis and pink eye both cause red, irritated eyes, but they stem from different sources and require different treatments. Blepharitis is a chronic inflammation of the eyelid margins, while pink eye is an infection or irritation of the conjunctiva, the thin membrane covering the white part of the eye. Although the symptoms can overlap like […]

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May 26, 2025
Dr. Caitlin McCauley

Best Contacts for Dry Eyes

Contact Lenses, Dry Eye, Eye Care

Living with dry eyes can make wearing contact lenses frustrating. The discomfort, redness, and itchy sensations impact your vision and daily life. However, there’s good news if you regularly struggle with dry eyes and aren’t ready to give up on contacts. Thanks to technological advancements, many contact lenses, like soft contact lenses, daily disposable lenses, […]

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April 23, 2025
Dr. Caitlin McCauley
A woman rubbing her eyes appearing to experience eye discomfort.

Itchy, irritated eyes can turn the convenience of contact lenses into a daily nuisance. From tear film disruption to trapped allergens, several factors can lead to that uncomfortable itch under your lenses.  Contact lenses often make your eyes itchy because they reduce oxygen flow, attract protein or pollen deposits, and can harbor bacteria when not […]

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Split image of a woman’s face showing a comparison between an eye with redness and irritation and a healthy, clear eye, highlighting the visible symptoms of eye inflammation.

Blepharitis and pink eye both cause red, irritated eyes, but they stem from different sources and require different treatments. Blepharitis is a chronic inflammation of the eyelid margins, while pink eye is an infection or irritation of the conjunctiva, the thin membrane covering the white part of the eye. Although the symptoms can overlap like […]

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An individual holds out a pair of contact lenses in each hand, just two of the many options available for those with dry eye.

Living with dry eyes can make wearing contact lenses frustrating. The discomfort, redness, and itchy sensations impact your vision and daily life. However, there’s good news if you regularly struggle with dry eyes and aren’t ready to give up on contacts. Thanks to technological advancements, many contact lenses, like soft contact lenses, daily disposable lenses, […]

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How Often Should You Use Eye Drops for Dry Eyes?

A patient wearing all gray is applying eye drops.

It turns out that overusing eye drops can create a dependency. As a general rule:
Over-the-counter artificial tears can be used around 2 to 4 times a day.
Preservative-free artificial tears can be used as needed, upwards of 6 to 8 times a day.
Prescription eye drops should be used as advised by your optometrist, which is generally once or twice a day.
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Can Wearing the Wrong Prescription Glasses Damage Your Eyes?

A smiling child wears three pairs of eyeglasses on their head while holding a fourth pair at the optometrist.

It’s typical for vision changes to happen as you age. However, many people don’t realize that this means their prescription also needs to be updated. Wearing the wrong prescription glasses won’t permanently damage your eyes, but it can cause discomfort and vision issues such blurred vision, eyestrain, dizziness, and headaches. Many people try to make […]

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Can You Use Expired Eye Drops?

Woman tilting her head back while applying eye drops to her eye.

Eye drops are commonly used to treat a variety of eye issues, including dry eyes, allergies, and glaucoma. Eye drops provide relief and improve eye health by delivering moisture, reducing inflammation, or lowering intraocular pressure, depending on the specific condition being treated.  However, like all medications, eye drops have expiration dates, and using expired products […]

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What Is the Best Shape of Glasses for an Oval Face?

A woman with an oval face smiling in an optometry clinic while trying on a new pair of eyeglass frames.

A professional touch is key when updating your eyewear with new glasses. Your glasses don’t just let you see well—they should also help you look good!   If you have an oval face shape, you should look for a pair that adds lines to define your features. Rectangular frames, aviator shapes, and cat-eye glasses can add […]

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What Causes Astigmatism to Worsen?

Young boy rubs at his eyes due to astigmatism fatigue.

Astigmatism is a common eye condition that affects many people worldwide. It occurs when the cornea or lens of the eye has an irregular shape, leading to blurred or distorted vision.  While astigmatism is a manageable condition, it can worsen over time for various reasons, including eye strain and fatigue, age, injuries to the eyes, […]

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Wexford

We’re located on Brooktree Road in the Brooktree Center Office Park. If you have trouble finding us, please give us a call.

  • 1000 Brooktree Rd. Suite 300
  • Wexford, PA 15090

Closed for lunch 12:40 pm to 1:40 pm

Perrysville

Find us just off Perry Highway next to Allegheny North Veterinary Hospital. Please give us a call if you have any trouble locating our office.

  • 956 Perry Hwy.
  • Pittsburgh, PA 15237

Closed for lunch 12:40 pm to 1:40 pm

Gibsonia

Our practice is located just off William Flinn Highway. Give us a call if you have any problems finding us.

  • 5450 William Flinn Hwy.
  • Gibsonia, PA 15044

Closed for lunch 12:40 pm to 1:40 pm

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