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Myopia or “near-sightedness” is an eye condition that causes blurry long-distance vision. A person with myopia can see clearly up close in their hands and directly in front of them but words and objects look distorted on a whiteboard, television or when driving.

Before placing any contact lens on the eye, the doctor will make sure that you are a good candidate for contact lenses. Afterward, the doctor will try different trial lenses to fine-tune the prescription to your needs. Then, a trained team member will teach you how to safely insert and remove the contact lens from the eye, as well as how to care for the lenses.

If you’ve ever experienced itchy, red, or crusted eyelids that just won’t go away, you might be dealing with a condition called Demodex blepharitis.

On August 7th, 2025 Optic Gallery Horizon Ridge was invited by Clark County Commissioner, Michael Naft, to participate in a special community back-to-school event at the Silverado Ranch Community Center.

An anti-reflective coating is a thin, multilayer coating applied to the surface of your lenses. It’s designed to eliminate reflections from the front and back of your lenses, allowing more light to pass through. The result? Sharper vision, less glare, and a more natural appearance.

The Mibo Thermoflo is a therapeutic medical device that targets blocked meibomian glands that produce the oil for tears, providing a safe and effective alternative therapy for dry eyes.

January is Glaucoma Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about one of the leading causes of blindness in the United States. Glaucoma is often referred to as the "silent thief of sight" because it typically develops without symptoms. At Optic Gallery Horizon Ridge, we believe it's crucial to educate our community about this condition and encourage regular eye exams to detect it early.

As the year draws to a close, it’s important to take a close look at your Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) balances. These accounts offer significant tax benefits, but there are also important deadlines to keep in mind.

As we step into November, we also observe Diabetic Eye Disease Awareness Month, an important time to shine a light on the impact of diabetes on eye health. With diabetes affecting millions of people worldwide, awareness and education are crucial in preventing complications, including diabetic eye diseases such as diabetic retinopathy, diabetic macular edema, and cataracts.