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Keep up-to-date on the latest vision-related news and eye care events in our Practice.

The Ultimate Checklist: Max Out Your Vision Benefits

Maximize your vision insurance benefits before they expire at the end of the year! Use our checklist to verify your coverage, schedule your annual eye exam, and take advantage of your eyewear allowance. By following these steps, you can start the New Year with clear vision and updated eyewear while maximizing your benefits.

Diabetic Retinopathy: What You Need to Know

Managing diabetes goes beyond monitoring blood sugar levels—it also means taking care of your vision. Diabetic retinopathy, a serious eye condition, can affect individuals with diabetes and, if untreated, may lead to vision loss. At Olive Branch Optometry, we’re dedicated to providing comprehensive diabetic eye care to help protect your...

How Fall Allergy Triggers Lead to Dry Eye

This article explores the common fall allergy triggers in Raleigh, NC, and how they can aggravate dry eye symptoms. It explains the connection between allergies and dry eye, highlighting the discomfort caused by eye irritation, dryness, and itching during the fall season. The article also offers practical tips to reduce exposure to allergens and prevent dry eye flare-ups.

The Truth About Blue Light and Your Eyes

In our screen-dominated world, blue light has become an unavoidable part of life. This article explores the impact of blue light on your eyes and offers practical tips to reduce exposure. We’re committed to helping you protect your vision with personalized recommendations, blue light-blocking eyewear, and comprehensive eye care.

August Focus: Key Eye Health Tips for Kids

August is Children's Eye Health and Safety Month. Learn about common eye issues in children, such as injury, infection, and myopia, and how our eye care team can help.

Top Tips for Eye Protection on Sunny Days in Raleigh

Discover how to protect your eyes from UV rays with sports and performance sunglasses. Learn about the benefits and features of high-quality eyewear for active lifestyles.

Summer Sunglasses and Protecting Your Eyes from Harmful UV Rays

Sunglasses are crucial for protecting your eyes from harmful UV rays, especially in the summer. Our top frame lines, including Calvin Klein, Ray-Ban, and Silhouette, offer both style and protection.

Protect Your Vision: The Impact of Springtime Allergies

Springtime allergies, particularly eye allergies, can impair daily life, causing symptoms like itchiness and redness. Our eye care team explores the causes and impacts on daily life and offers management strategies, highlighting how Olive Branch Optometry supports patients in enjoying clear vision.

How to Beat Dry Eye Syndrome This Summer

Dry eye syndrome can worsen during summer. This blog explores the causes and treatment options to keep your eyes comfortable all season.

The Link Between Alcohol Consumption and Eye Health

We explore the link between alcohol consumption and eye health, and howregular eye exams and maintaining healthy habits can help.

Eye Exam Saves Woman’s Life by Detecting Brain Tumor Early

Here's how eye exams helped save Katie's vision and quality of life. Call Olive Branch Optometry to schedule your appointment.

8 Tips To Help You Improve Your Vision Naturally

Here are 8 tips to help you improve your vision naturally. For all of your eye care needs, Olive Branch Optometry in Raleigh is here for you.

What’s Hot in Eyewear This Winter

Here’s what’s trending in eyewear this winter 2022. For all of your eyewear and contact lens needs, Olive Branch Optometry in Raleigh is here for you.

7 Eye Care Tips for the Holiday Season

Your eye experts at Olive Branch Optometry have compiled our top 7 tips for keeping your eyes healthy and safe this holiday season. Let us know how else we can help!

3 Reasons to Use Your Vision Benefits By the End of 2022

Vision insurance benefits can save you a lot of money on eye care, but only if you use them before they expire at the end of the year. This way, you’ll be able to stay on top of your eye health and address any vision problems you may be experiencing.

Study Finds Half of Childhood Blindness Cases Could Have Been Prevented

A new study on blindness in children found that blindness could have been prevented in half the cases.

4 Ways To Maximize Your Vision Benefits Before 2023

Not sure how to use your vision benefits before they expire? Here are 4 tips to help you get the most out of your 2022 vision plan.

Natural Remedies to Relieve Dry Eyes

Are you experiencing dry eyes? It may surprise you to learn that maqui berries, nuts and even caffeinated coffee can naturally help relieve some dry eye symptoms? At Olive Branch Optometry, we believe that patients can benefit from a multifaceted approach to treating dry eye syndrome (DES) that includes both conventional treatments and healthy lifestyle changes.

Wear Contact Lenses? Here’s How to Avoid Eye Infections

Although contact lenses are a convenient and comfortable alternative to eyeglasses, you can increase your risk of eye infections if you don't follow your eye doctor's care and maintainance instructions. Continue reading to find out how to avoid eye infections.

Only 50% Of Parents Recognize The Dangers of Screen Time

How much do you know about the consequences of excessive screen time on your kids’ eyes? Read on to learn what science has to say, and how Olive Branch Optometry can help

Protect Your Eyes With These Contact Lens Safety Tips

It's Contact Lens Safety Month, which makes it the perfect time to brush up on ways to keep your eyes and vision healthy when wearing contact lenses. Here are our top contact lens safety tips to keep your peepers happy.

Why You Should Get Custom-Made Reading Glasses

If you’ve got age-related farsightedness (presbyopia), you might be tempted to buy a pair of over-the-counter (OTC) reading glasses. While OTC readers are cheap and easy to find, they’re no substitute for custom-made prescription reading glasses created with your specific visual needs in mind. At Olive Branch Optometry, we take care of all of your eye care needs.

Breast Cancer Awareness Month – How Treatment Can Affect Your Vision

During Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we celebrate survivors as we alert patients to the potential effects of treatment on their eyes and vision.

How Does Blue Light Impact Your Sleep?

Do you look at digital screens during the course of your day? If you do, you’re being exposed to blue light rays. The best way to protect yourself from any harmful side effects is to wear blue light glasses.

Are You Suddenly Seeing Dark Spots? Here’s What You Should Do

Seeing floaters is common and usually nothing to worry about. Yet there are times when floaters are a sign of a serious eye condition. Here’s what you need to know about eye floaters, and how Olive Branch Optometry can help!

What Does Lack of Sleep Do to Your Eyes?

While we all know that we should get a good-night’s rest, you may not know how important it is for your eye health! Read on to find out how you can take the proper steps to keep your eyes healthy.

Is It Okay To Wear Expired Contact Lenses?

Did you know that contact lenses can expire? Well, they can. Wearing contacts past their expiration date - or longer than their prescribed time - can harm your vision. To schedule a contact lens exam, call Olive Branch Optometry in Raleigh today.

3 Effective Ways to Relieve Dry Eyes

Dry eye syndrome is one of the most common eye conditions in the world, yet many people put up with the discomfort, even though it's very treatable. Here are tips to help you deal with your dry eye symptoms, along with treatment from your eye doctor.

Back To School: 3 Ways Your Child Can Avoid Digital Eye Strain | Olive Branch Optometry

With the new school year starting, digital eye strain is a real concern for many kids. Fortunately, Olive Branch Optometry in Raleigh is here to help!

Are Your Child’s Eyes Ready For The New School Year?

Here’s why every child should visit an optometrist for an eye exam before the start of the new school year. And if your child has myopia (nearsightedness), we’ll explain what can be done to ensure your child’s eyes remain healthy.

5 Eye Symptoms You Should Never Ignore

Here are 5 eye symptoms that you should never ignore. Call Olive Branch Optometry without delay if you or a loved one experiences any of these eye or vision problems.

How Hot Weather Affects Your Contact Lenses

Worried about how summer weather affects your contact lenses? Don’t be! Just follow these simple guidelines to keep your eyes safe and healthy in warm weather.

4 Eye Conditions Linked To Sun Exposure

Before you head outdoors, grab your UV-blocking sunglasses and sun hat to protect your eyes from these 4 eye conditions.

Start The Year Right With A Pediatric Eye Exam

Every child should have a comprehensive eye exam before the start of the new school year. Just as you wouldn’t consider sending them to school without a backpack or a lunch box, make sure their eyes and vision are ready for the challenges ahead.

What Lens Color Is Best For Sunglasses?

In the market for stylish new shades but aren’t sure which lens tint to choose? We’re here to help.

5 Reasons We Love Photochromic Lenses

Tired of switching between regular glasses and sunglasses? Photochromic lenses darken when you’re outside and lighten when you’re indoors—all the while providing full UV protection. Here are 5 reasons why we at Olive Branch Optometry love photochromic lenses.

The Best Foods for Your Eyes

Consuming certain vitamins and nutrients can support your eye health and potentially ward off serious eye diseases and conditions. Read on to find out more!

Is Your Teen Ready for Contacts?

Many teens who wear glasses are eager to try out contact lenses for convenience, fashion or to just provide another option for vision correction.