What’s New at Advanced Family Eyecare in Waupaca

Your vision insurance benefits may expire at the end of the year, so don’t let them go unused! From saving money to staying on top of your eye health, there are plenty of reasons to schedule your eye care appointments before January 1st.

Vision insurance offers invaluable support for maintaining eye health by covering routine exams, eyewear, and specialized services. We accept a variety of insurance plans to make eye care accessible and affordable—schedule your exam online today!

Myopia, more commonly known as nearsightedness, is an increasingly common condition with 50% of the population estimated to be myopic by 2050.

Whether you spend a significant amount of your day on a computer, tablet or smartphone, the blue light that is emitted from these devices may be harming your vision and putting you at risk for developing serious eye diseases later in life. Blue light emissions create a glare on the...

LipiFlow is a non-invasive, in-office treatment that uses thermal pulsation to clear your meibomian glands of hardened old oils so that fresh, healthy oils can flow through to your tears.

Considering that 80% of learning is visual, it’s no surprise that vision problems can prevent a child from reaching their full potential.

Dry eyes can be effectively treated. From eye drops, ointments, and gels to specialized in-office procedures, there are a variety of treatments available to help you get the relief you need to feel like yourself again!

These daily disposable lenses are a game-changer for those looking to manage nearsightedness effectively, offering comfort, convenience, and cutting-edge technology.

Preparing adequately to protect our vision is essential as we anticipate the awe-inspiring celestial event on April 8. The beauty of a solar eclipse is unparalleled, but viewing it without proper precautions can lead to irreversible eye damage.

If you experience red, itchy, and irritated eyes while walking in nature, then you're likely suffering from eye allergies. But that doesn’t have to be the case!

Embrace Your Vision As we celebrate the strength and achievements of women, we also want to spotlight the importance of eye health in women's lives. Learn why regular eye exams are crucial for women and discover how Advanced Family Eyecare in Waupaca can help care for your vision. Why Women...

Custom contact lenses can provide sharper vision, increased comfort, and a reduced risk of eye problems. Learn more about custom contact lenses and whether they're right for you at  Advanced Family Eyecare in Waupaca  in Waupaca.

High myopia is a severe form of nearsightedness that can lead to serious eye problems later in life. Learn more about the risks and how to protect your vision with early intervention.

Children and adolescents with diabetes are significantly more likely to suffer from dry eye syndrome (DES) than their non-diabetic peers. Read on to learn why diabetics are at higher risk.

Discover why experts say there’s a myopia epidemic, and learn what you can do to keep your kids’ eyes healthy. Advanced Family Eyecare proudly offers myopia management treatments to nearsighted children for healthy and clear life-long vision.

Nerf guns can be fun, but taking precautions to prevent eye injuries is important. Learn how to stay safe while playing with Nerf guns and what to do if you or your child is hit in the eye with a Nerf dart.

Medication doesn't always work to heal dry eye syndrome's underlying cause. The following natural and holistic remedies may relieve your eye discomfort and relieve your symptoms.

Did you know that having atrophied meibomian glands can signal uncontrolled blood sugar levels? To learn more or to schedule an appointment, contact Advanced Family Eyecare today!

Many conditions can cause hazy vision and difficulty focusing, including dry eye syndrome. Here’s how your Advanced Family Eyecare in can help.

World Keratoconus Day is celebrated every year on November 10 to raise awareness of this rare eye condition. Read on to learn about keratoconus and how it’s treated.

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 Advanced Family Eyecare in Waupaca can help!

Traditional myopia correction uses glasses to improve visual acuity, but they are not a solution for controlling myopia’s progression and may even contribute to worsening myopia. Myopia management is an effective treatment program to slow or halt myopia progression.

High myopia – severe nearsightedness – is associated with an increased risk of serious eye diseases such as retinal detachment, glaucoma, and cataracts.

Switching from glasses to scleral contact lenses can take several weeks. your Waupaca eye doctor will provide instructions on how to properly insert, remove, and care for the lenses, as well as how to monitor for any potential complications. Read on to learn more.

Custom contact lenses are specially designed to fit irregularly-shaped corneas. If you find wearing regular contact lenses uncomfortable, ask your optometrist if custom contact lenses are right for you.

Did you know that Nerf® guns, a supposedly safe children’s toy, have been shown to cause eye injury in certain cases? What makes them so dangerous?