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Keep up-to-date on the latest vision-related news and eye care events in our Practice. The items are displayed by year and month. To view older entries use the links in the box below to select the year and month you would like.

Eye Injuries: When to Seek Urgent Care in Florence, SC

Eye injuries can happen in an instant, during home repairs, yard work, sports, or even everyday accidents. Some seem minor but may lead to serious damage without proper treatment. At Eyes Over Florence, our experienced team provides prompt, expert care for all types of eye injuries to help protect and...

Glaucoma Treatment Florence SC | Eyes Over Florence

At Eyes Over Florence, Dr. Michelle L. Brooks and our eye care team provide advanced glaucoma screenings and customized treatment plans designed to preserve vision and protect long-term eye health.

Specialty Contact Lenses and fittings in Florence

The right contact lenses can transform both your vision and your daily comfort. At Eyes Over Florence, we specialize in customized fittings to make sure your contacts feel natural and work perfectly for your eyes.

Dry Eye Treatment in Florence SC | Eyes Over Florence

Don’t let dry, irritated eyes interfere with your daily life. At Eyes Over Florence, we create customized treatment plans to bring lasting relief.

How Safe Is It To Rinse Your Eyes With Tap Water?

While many people turn to tap water to rinse their eyes, it may not always be safe. Find out when to use water, and what to use when you can't!

Your Eyes As A Window Into Your Whole-Body Health

Did you know that your eyes are often the first line of defense when it comes to detecting and treating many common systemic diseases and conditions? It's true!

This Winter, Don’t Let Dry Eyes Get the Best of You

The struggle against dry eye every winter is real. Fortunately there are eye treatments and home remedies to relieve symptoms.

Autoimmune Disease and Dry Eye: Is There a Connection?

Having an autoimmune disease like Sjogren's syndrome, rheumatoid arthritis or lupus can affect your tear production and eye health.

Dr. Appleton is retiring!

  In 1969, when I opened the practice, the City of Newburyport was in the midst of a renaissance - a time of renewal and development generated by exceptional individuals. The profession of optometry has also experienced a renaissance due to the evolution of the scope of optometry, and the...

Can you Really Go Blind from Looking at a Solar Eclipse?

Last week, people in South America, Europe, North Africa, and parts of Asia and the Middle East saw a solar eclipse. As you may have heard, looking directly at a solar eclipse is very dangerous for your eyes and vision. Nevertheless, this rare event is something that many people want...