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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.

Can Wearing Sunglasses Make You Dizzy?

Glasses & Contact Lenses

Sunglasses are more than just a stylish accessory; they’re a key tool for protecting your eyes from harmful UV rays and reducing glare. However, for some, wearing sunglasses may lead to an unexpected and uncomfortable side effect—dizziness.   While wearing sunglasses can make you dizzy, the proper pair shouldn’t. Whether you’re looking for prescription sunglasses or […]

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March 27, 2025
Dr. Caitlin McCauley

Can Dry Eyes Cause Blindness?

Dry Eye, Eye Care

Dry eyes are an increasingly common issue in our modern world. Whether it’s from long hours spent on digital screens, environmental factors, or underlying health conditions, dry eyes are more widespread than we often realize. Although most cases of dry eyes won’t lead to blindness, untreated or chronic dry eyes can result in severe damage […]

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March 27, 2025
Dr. Caitlin McCauley

Can Eyesight Improve with Age?

Eye Care, Refractive Errors

Aging is a natural, beautiful part of life. However, it does come with some health concerns, especially regarding eyesight and our ability to perform daily activities like reading restaurant menus, driving, or seeing both ways when crossing the road. For most individuals, eyesight does not improve naturally with age. Instead, it generally begins to decline […]

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January 22, 2025
Dr. Caitlin McCauley
A person wearing sunglasses clutches their head due to dizziness.

Sunglasses are more than just a stylish accessory; they’re a key tool for protecting your eyes from harmful UV rays and reducing glare. However, for some, wearing sunglasses may lead to an unexpected and uncomfortable side effect—dizziness.   While wearing sunglasses can make you dizzy, the proper pair shouldn’t. Whether you’re looking for prescription sunglasses or […]

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A person pulls down their cheek to display their red eye from dryness.

Dry eyes are an increasingly common issue in our modern world. Whether it’s from long hours spent on digital screens, environmental factors, or underlying health conditions, dry eyes are more widespread than we often realize. Although most cases of dry eyes won’t lead to blindness, untreated or chronic dry eyes can result in severe damage […]

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A senior holds a mirror to see themselves in a new pair of eyeglasses when getting an updated prescription at the optometrist.

Aging is a natural, beautiful part of life. However, it does come with some health concerns, especially regarding eyesight and our ability to perform daily activities like reading restaurant menus, driving, or seeing both ways when crossing the road. For most individuals, eyesight does not improve naturally with age. Instead, it generally begins to decline […]

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Do Contact Lenses Expire?

Someone filling a contact lens case with contact lens solution

For 45 million Americans, contact lenses are the vision correction method of choice. There are many reasons for this. Some people appreciate the wider range of clear vision, while others like the ability to see better without affecting their appearance. Contact lenses are custom-fitted and come in different types designed for various vision needs. Whatever […]

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Eye Exams vs. Vision Tests: What’s The Difference?

A female optician is doing an acuity test on her male patient. An optician is pointing to a Snellen chart while the patient is calling out what is pointed on the Snellen chart

Eye exams and vision tests are vital for assessing your eye function and health. Sometimes, these can be confused for the same thing, but there are significant differences between them. An eye exam is a comprehensive evaluation of your vision and health conducted by an eye doctor (optometrist or ophthalmologist). In comparison, a vision test […]

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What’s the Difference Between Myopia & Astigmatism?

A woman that is sitting in front of her computer is looking to close at the screen

Each person’s eyes are unique to their body. But even unique eyes must have certain similarities to see properly. Even slight changes to shape could lead to a prescription for near or farsightedness. These are typically referred to as refractive errors. The two refractive errors we are discussing today are myopia and astigmatism. These eye […]

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Nearsighted vs Farsighted Prescriptions: What’s the Difference?

A woman having difficulty reading a book

Nearsightedness and farsightedness are refractive errors that require glasses or contact lenses to correct your vision. Your eye doctor can provide a prescription for these conditions, but what’s the difference between them?  Continue reading to learn more about nearsightedness and farsightedness. What Is Nearsightedness?  Nearsightedness, or myopia, is a common refractive error affecting about 40% […]

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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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We carry a variety of fashion-forward brands, so you’re sure to find a pair of glasses that suit your style and vision needs. Once we determine your prescription, our friendly and knowledgeable opticians will help you find the perfect frames and fit for you.

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