Blog Archive
We’ve all been waiting anxiously for the weather to clear up and spring to arrive, and it’s finally here! However, spring weather comes with the frustration of eye allergies for some. Here’s our advice on combating the flare-ups of eye allergies in the springtime. Pinpoint the problem first. Verify that...
It’s the start of a new year, and we want to help you start it off the right way! To that end, if you’re not getting regular eye exams for yourself or your children because you think a vision screening is the same thing, you may want to think again....
December is Safe Toys & Gifts Month It’s the most wonderful time of the year, with the holiday season and Christmas shopping in full swing. It’s also a time of increased toy-related injuries to children, which is why December is Safe Toys & Gifts Awareness month.So what are some...
Fighting Fall Allergies Fall is the “other” eye allergy season for many folks. One of the primary causes of fall allergies is the common plant ragweed, which is found all over the country. Ragweed can produce tons of pollen over one season and is also widely distributed due to wind.So...
Now that the new school year is in full swing, your kids have classes, projects, and homework to complete every day. You’ve done a great job preparing them with everything they need to succeed—lunchboxes filled with healthy meals; lots of pens, pencils, and notebooks for assignments; and plenty of help...
It seems as though summer just began and already it’s nearly time to get ready to go back to school. Have you scheduled your child’s annual eye exam yet? If not, it’s time to do so! Appointment times fill up fast for back-to-school exams, and for good reason. Many parents...
There has been a recent movement to get kids off the couch and out the door. From child obesity to the effect on the developing brain, video games and TV are being discouraged in favor of outdoor exercise and free play.But did you know that outdoor play could also be...
Protect Your Eyes from Fireworks It’s that time of year again! The 4th of July, fireworks, and all the fun that comes along with the holiday. But did you know that July is also Fireworks Safety Month? There are more than 2,000 reported eye injuries from fireworks every year, but...
The Benefits & Drawbacks to Contact Lenses Welcome back for the second half of our series on the pros and cons of eyeglasses and contact lenses. Today, we break down the good things and not-so-good things about wearing contact lenses.The Pros of Contact Lenses You don’t have to worry...
The Benefits and Drawbacks to Glasses Today we’re kicking off a two-part series on the pros and cons of both glasses and contact lenses. There are pluses and minuses to both, but today I’ll be focusing solely on glasses. Pros: Depending on the glasses you purchase, they can be more...
We’ve all been waiting anxiously for the weather to clear up and spring to arrive, and it’s finally here! However, spring weather comes with the frustration of eye allergies for some. Here’s our advice on combating the flare-ups of eye allergies in the springtime. Pinpoint the problem first. Verify that...
Whatever the reason may be, you’ve decided it’s time to visit your eye doctor. Good for you! Maybe you have heard about Dr. Williamson from a friend, looked us up online, or google searched for “optometrist near me.” However you found us, we’re glad you did and are excited to...
Have you ever thought about how your eyes direct the movement of your body while playing sports? Not only are you using your eyes to follow the ball in a game of tennis, but you’re also using vision to properly position your body for the next hit.Needless to say, if...
It’s safe to say tears play an important role in keeping us healthy. Tears keep the surface of our eyeballs clean and moist, and help protect our eyes from damage. Although they appear to be nothing but water, tears are actually made of mucus, water, and oil. Mucus to coat...
We all have our individual quirks or habits. Some of them, like biting your nails, procrastinating, and texting while on the road, are behaviors you know you should avoid. Well, you can also add the following to your list because they can adversely affect your eye health. Eating unhealthy foods. Many...
Keeping your eyes healthy is of the utmost importance as a person grows and ages. You may not realize that some of the most everyday activities and routines can help keep your eyes healthy and ensure you’re seeing your very best. Get a comprehensive eye exam each year. Even if...
The inevitable flu season. It comes back to get us every year. With so much work time lost, the influenza virus costs our community lots of money every year. Luckily, there are many easy ways to help protect yourself this season, and most methods should sound familiar; thorough hand...
Choosing the perfect eyeglass frames can be much harder than you think, as there are several factors to consider. Style, shape, color, and material all play important roles, but determining your face shape is the key to making the right decision.Most people fall into four face shape categories: heart, round,...
If you find yourself squinting to see street signs, the computer screen at work or a picture hanging across the room, it’s likely you are nearsighted. Maybe you have to hold a book far away to read it, have trouble reading the fine print on medicine labels or reading a...
Now that summer is officially here, many people are starting to work on their perfect summer tan. There’s no doubt a nice tan is a bonus in the summer months, and thanks to tanning beds you can now get that sun-kissed glow year-round.Much has been made of the damage tanning...
With summer now in full swing, it’s time to break out the tank tops, sunblock and sunglasses. When it comes to children, sunglasses are an essential part of protecting young eyes from potentially harmful UV (ultraviolet) and HEV (high energy visible) rays.Children spend a significant amount more time outside than...
Who doesn’t love the outdoors on a gorgeous sun-filled day? If you spend a great deal of time outside, you’re likely at a higher risk for eye and eyelid damage caused by UV rays. The good news is with the right eye protection, you can reduce your exposure to solar...
My practice is bustling in the summer when the kids are out of school and many parents are looking for alternatives to glasses for their children. While I care for adult patients too, I often find myself fielding questions about how to keep kids’ eyes healthy in summer. Most of...
It’s estimated that seasonal allergies affect around 50 million people each year. Pollen is the most common allergen that causes problems during the spring. Trees and grass release this airborne substance that can travel for miles, floating in the wind and stirring up symptoms if you’re sensitive.Getting relief involves partnering...
Often a child's first eye exam occurs at the suggestion of a pediatrician who suspects issues based on a pediatric vision check. However, it is beneficial to seek out a pediatric eye doctor earlier on, even if you don't notice issues with your child's vision. Early eye exams are particularly...
What’s the Best way to Care for My Contacts?There are many benefits to wearing contact lenses over prescription eyeglasses. They’re more comfortable (once you get used to them), they don’t interfere with your appearance or playing sports, and they provide you with more natural vision because they are fitted directly...
Patients who desire freedom from glasses or prevention of myopic progression are excellent candidates for corneal reshaping therapy, or CRT. CRT is the therapeutic use of a corneal mold similar in feel to a contact lens. When worn overnight, the mold gently shapes the cornea to allow correction of refractive error without...
Every ophthalmologist, optometrist and optician is an eye care professional, but not all eye care professionals possess each of these particular specialties. So what’s the difference?Ophthalmologist. This type of eye doctor specializes in both detecting and treating eye diseases. Becoming an ophthalmologist requires a medical or osteopathic school degree and residency...
It’s true that having your eyes dilated during your yearly eye exam can be a bit inconvenient. Not only does it take time, but once it’s over, you have to wear a pair of sunglasses in order to avoid that dreadful light sensitivity, and you may even have to organize...
You’ve likely experienced it at least once in your lifetime—suddenly your eyelid starts involuntarily twitching in spasms for no apparent reason. When this happens, it’s called lid myokymia. It’s a common phenomenon, but what causes it?There is no single, definitive cause for lid myokymia, but it seems to be rooted...
Hi Everyone!Sorry it’s been awhile since I’ve posted. We have been busy seeing old and new patients as well as working on our Season of Kindness campaign. You may have seen on Facebook, but if you haven’t, let me tell you a little bit about what we’re doing. Starting on...
AngelaHi! My name is Angela. I am the front desk and optical lead here at Michigan Eye & Contact Lens. I also manage our social media and coordinate events in the practice and the community. I love every minute of my day here at Dr. Williamson’s practice. There is never...
The holiday where we feast on food is just around the corner!We hope your Thanksgiving is filled with friends, family, and of course, lots of yummy food! It’s that time of year when we tend to splurge on pie, pudding and other sweet treats. Try not to skip on your...
Are you sick of all the same looking frames out there? After a while, everything starts to look pretty indistinguishable. If you’re thinking the same thing, I want to introduce you to a line you may have not heard of; Vinyl Factory.Vinyl Factory is a unique line inspired by music...
Do You Have A Flex Spending Account?We’re approaching the end of the year (I know, it’s crazy it’s already the end of October!) You may have money left in your account. Now is the time to think about the second pair of glasses, prescription sunglasses, orthoK fitting, or dry eye...
We had so much fun at the Northville Trick-or-Treat Trail on Saturday!We will be at the West Bloomfield Trick-or-Treat Trail this coming Sunday, October 29th.Who will we see there?Just because it’s fall doesn’t mean you shouldn’t protect your eyes!We will have our Babiators and Aces for sale at a special...
We hope you were able to make it out to the Grand Opening party! We had a blast! It was great to have members of the community join us and we would like to thank everyone who helped make it such a successful event! Thank You to Novi and Lakes...
Please join us as we celebrate our Grand Opening this coming Monday October 16th from 4-6pm. Come check out the new office and meet Dr. Williamson! We will have lots of cool stuff going on!Ribbon CuttingProduct unveilingCider and Donuts (who can say no to that?!)Raffle to win some cool frames fromMonoqool...
We are officially up and running! Can you believe it?Angela will be posting soon to show you our journey from just an idea to where we are today! She will also be writing a post each week featuring the unique eyewear offerings and services we provide. I’m excited about this...
We will be closed tomorrow, Friday September 29th.We apologize for any inconvenience.
13 days to go!Can you believe we are opening in less than two weeks? Neither can we!To celebrate our Novi location’s opening, we will be giving away a free gift to the first 100 patients we see!We have 2 convenient ways to make an appointment before we open September 11. You can request...
Happy Saturday to our Michigan Eye and Contact Lens community! As we are wrapping up Contact Lens Health Week, we would like to remind you we will be open September 11, 2017 and ready to handle any and all contact lens or eye care related issues you may have!With the...
As a contact lens practitioner, our optometrist Dr. Williamson is unfortunately quite familiar with the negative outcomes experienced by patients who abuse their contact lenses. Thankfully, with a proper fit and appropriate follow up care, a patient who follows a cleaning regimen prescribed by his or her doctor can avoid...
It’s getting close…21 days!Monday September 11th is the first day we (and our phone lines) will beopen!Online Scheduling is now open! Visit our website and book your appointment.www.micontactlens.comEnjoy the rest of your summer!We look forward to see you!
You have probably heard about the total solar eclipse occurring this Monday evening. A total solar eclipse happens when the moon moves directly in front of the sun creating a bright halo shape of the sun.As we’re all excited about this rare and exciting event, we want you to be...
Have you seen our sign and door lettering? They were installed last week.We love them! What do you think?
For Dr. W’s patients using Unique pH and Progent, you can now order your solutions on our website! Click here and use the code 012-961-D. Use the contact form with any questions and be sure to visit us on social media to see how the new office is coming along! Stay tuned...
We have recently been made aware of a glitch in the patient scheduling software, but are happy to report it has been fixed. If you have attempted to book an appointment online before today and want to make sure it is on the books, please contact us at info@micontactlens.com and we will...
Our staff is having a ball picking out frame lines to carry in our optical. What are your favorite brands of eyewear? What’s important to you when picking out glasses? Use the contact us form to let us know what you think.
What a great week we’ve had at the construction site, getting plumbing and electrical set up. Excited to see the concrete floors being poured Thursday! It’s a pretty neat process. We’ll post a video to show you how it’s done at a later date.
Welcome to the new blog for Michigan Eye and Contact Lens, Southeastern Michigan’s premier contact lens and optometry practice! We are excited to break ground soon at the site of our new office in Novi. Although you can’t visit our office until our opening in September, you can visit us...