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Expert eye health tips, insurance guides, and answers to your most common questions — from our optometrists in Mill Creek, WA.
Contact Lens Care in Cold & Flu Season
Cold and Flu season brings more than coughs and congestion. It also increases the risk of eye irritation and infection, especially for people who wear […]
Love Your Eyes: How Heart Health Shows Up in Your Vision
At Mill Creek Family Eye Center, we believe in more than helping you see clearly. We want you to understand how systems throughout your body […]
Does VSP Cover Eye Exams in Mill Creek, WA?
Yes — Mill Creek Family Eye Center is an in-network VSP provider. Learn what VSP covers for eye exams, glasses, and contacts, and how to book your visit.
What Is Myopia Management for Kids? A Parent's Guide
Myopia is accelerating in children. Learn how Stellest lenses, ortho-k, and atropine therapy can slow your child's nearsightedness and protect their long-term eye health.
Essilor Stellest Lenses: A New Way To Slow Childhood Myopia
Essilor Stellest® Lenses Now at Mill Creek Family Eye Center Mill Creek Family Eye Center is excited to announce that we now offer the Essilor […]
How Often Should Children Get Eye Exams?
Pediatric eye exam frequency guide from the optometrists at Mill Creek Family Eye Center. Learn when children should first see an eye doctor and how often after that.
Optometrists, Ophthalmologists, and Opticians: What’s the Difference?
When you schedule an appointment for your child’s fi…
Does Medicare Cover Eye Exams? What You Need to Know
Medicare's eye care coverage is confusing. We explain what Original Medicare covers (diabetic exams, glaucoma), what it doesn't (routine vision), and how Medicare Advantage differs.
11 Eye Care Stocking Stuffers To Gift This Year
The holiday season is an excellent time to combine thoughtfulness with practicality. When it comes to vision and eye health, people usually overlook small ac…
7 Eye Care Mistakes You’re Making
1. Overlooking UV Protection The sun’s ultraviolet r…
Should I get transition lenses or just regular sunglasses?
Should I get transition lenses or just regular sungl…
What to Expect During a Pediatric Eye Exam
Ensuring your child’s vision is healthy sets the fou…
Why Do My New Glasses Give Me a Headache?
You finally picked up your new glasses and you’re re…
Back to School Eye Exam Guide — Mill Creek, WA
Before your child heads back to school, an eye exam is essential. Learn why vision affects learning, what the exam covers, and how to book before the fall rush in Mill Creek.
Do I Need New Glasses? (7 Signs That You Do)
When was the last time you updated your glasses? If …
5 Diet and Exercise Habits That Help Your Eyes
Your vision is more closely tied to your overall health than you might expect. What you eat and how often you move your body can […]
Contacts Bothering Your Eyes? Here’s Why
Do your contact lenses cause discomfort? If so, you’re not alone. Many people experience irritation, dryness, or eye fatigue when wearing contacts. The good …
15 Eye Myths Everyone Thinks Are True
You’re young and engrossed in a television show. As the plot thickens, you slowly move closer and closer to the screen. Suddenly, your mom’s voice […]
Computer Vision Syndrome (CVS): The Ultimate Guide
We spend more time than ever staring at screens. In …
Is Lasik Surgery Right For You?
Looking to ditch your glasses? LASIK eye surgery is …
Why is My Vision Blurry? (Top Reasons + Treatments)
What is Blurry Vision Blurry vision can make objects…
10 Signs It’s Time for an Eye Exam
Your eyes are your windows to the world, yet they of…
What is Astigmatism? (Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Solutions)
Astigmatism is a common eye condition that affects t…
Skip the Drops: Pros and Cons of Optomap vs. Dilation
Hate getting your eyes dilated? You aren’t alone. Th…
Cutting Edge Dry Eye Treatment Now Offered At Mill Creek Family Eye Center!
Let’s face it, dealing with chronic dry eye is MISERABLE. At Mill Creek Family Eye Center we have a multitude of treatment modalities to help […]
What Causes Eye Floaters? (And What to Do About Them)
Have you ever had black or gray spots appear in your…
Can I Swim with Contact Lenses in? (Top Risks)
Contact lenses are a lifesaver for many sports and a…
Why Do My Eyes Keep Watering? (Top 5 Causes)
Most people have experienced watery eyes (also known…
Ouch! Basic First Aid for Eye Injuries
Our eyes take up a relatively small portion of our b…
Makeup Trends & Eye Health (Risks & Tips)
Eye makeup has been around for at least 7,000 years.…
Thanks Mom and Dad (How Genetics Impact Eye Health)
Our lifestyle choices can affect our eyes, but more times than not our eye problems are hereditary. The genes we inherit influence everything from what […]
Find the Perfect Pair of Sunglasses (Top 5 Factors to Consider)
There are more to sunglasses than most people realiz…
When Can Babies See? (A Complete Guide to Infant Eyesight)
When you are born, the majority of your organs are f…
Snowy Season Sight (Top Tips for Winter Eye Health)
Our eyes are sensitive organs. This is especially tr…
Can’t See Color? (Color Blindness Explained)
Did you know that approximately 1 in 8 men and 1 in …
20/20 Vision is Not Perfect Vision (20/20 Vision Explained)
When you sit in your optometrist’s chair for a compr…
Treating a Black Eye 101: Quick & Effective Tips
Black eyes, though not life-threatening, can be pain…
How to Pick Out the Right Sunglasses for Your Face Shape
Sunglasses are not just for function, but also for style! A great pair of frames can enhance your overall look and protect your eyes at […]
How Screens Impact Your Child’s Vision (And How to Help)
Digital technology can be a wonderful tool for famil…
Why You Have Yellow Eyes (And How to Whiten Them)
When it comes to yellow eyes, most of the time the c…
What is an Ocular Migraine (And How Do You Treat it?)
The term “Ocular migraine” is frequently used to ref…
When is it Time for Cataract Surgery? (Top 5 Signs)
What are Cataracts? A cataract is a clouded area in …
5 Ways to Balance Your Family’s Screen Time (And Ditch the Guilt)
When it comes to raising children, screen time usually gets a bad rap. The fact of the matter is, digital technology is a part of […]
How to Improve Your Sleep (With This Extremely Simple Health Practice)
Want to increase the quality of your sleep, reduce your stress, boost your mood, and improve your overall health? The solution might be simpler than […]
Why Do My Eyes Keep Watering? | Top 8 Conditions that Cause Watery Eyes
Watering eyes are an annoying symptom that can be caused by many conditions. Read below to learn some…
3 Ways You Can Reduce Your Child’s Risk of Myopia
Myopia, also known as nearsightedness, is one of the largest problems impacting children’s vision in the U.S. In fact, the number of myopia cases in […]
Child Has Pink Eye? Here’s How to Treat
Kids are heading back to school, which means pink eye season has officially started! Pink eye breakouts can spread quickly through playgrounds and classrooms…
4 Ways to Prevent Glaucoma Related Blindness
Glaucoma affects over 3 million individuals in the U.S. alone. In fact, half of the individuals who have glaucoma don’t realize that they have it! […]
Top 4 Tips for Choosing the Best Pair of Sunglasses
The sun has come out and the weather is finally starting to show off in Washington. Before heading outside, don’t forget to grab your sunglasses. […]
Sand in the Eye? Here’s What to Do
In this article, we will cover how to remove sand fr…
Why Does My Eye Keep Twitching?
You get up to speak in a meeting, then it kicks in. That annoying eyelid twitch. It always manages to resurface during the most inopportune […]
Is Crossing Your Eyes Harmful?
“Watch out, if you cross your eyes they might get stuck that way!” Many parents tell this to their children, but is it true? While […]
The Causes & Treatment of Lazy Eye
Lazy eye (amblyopia) affects around 3 out of 100 children, and occurs when one eye does not develop properly during childhood.This results in poor vision […]
Are Eyelash Extensions Safe?
Eyelash extensions are in right now, and for good reason. They look great and cut down on the time you have to spend doing your […]
Back to School: How an Undiagnosed Vision Problem Could Impact Your Child’s Learning
Back to school season is a busy and exciting time. There are school supplies to buy, orientation to attend, and a new routine to adjust […]
Our Eye Doctor’s Top 4 Favorite Eye Drops
Artificial tears are a lifesaver if you are struggli…
Dry Eyes? You Might Be Sleeping With Your Eyes Open
You might have heard the threat, “you better sleep with your eyes open” before and thought it was just a turn of phrase. It is […]
The #1 Dietary Change That Will Produce The Most Results
Written By: Stephen Davis O.D. When I decided that I wanted to eat healthier this year, I knew I needed to pick a small area […]
Top 5 Reasons to Wear Sunglasses
It is officially spring in Washington, which means b…
Can Pregnancy Cause Blurry Vision?
Pregnancy can be an exciting time in a woman’s life,…
Boost Your Eye Health with Exercise
You’ve heard it time and time again, exercise benefits you in a plethora of ways: your heart, mood and energy levels all are boosted for […]
Does Eating Carrots Actually Help Your Vision?
Carrots. They have long been promoted as a super food for eye health. But does eating carrots really help your vision? Why Carrots? Carrots contain […]
Seeing The World In a Different Color: 5 “Color Blind” Brothers
We all see the world through our own perspective, but for the Davis boys, their world is a completely different color. The Davis boys are […]
Eliminate Mask Fog With These 3 Hacks!
For those of us who are bespectacled, mask wearing can be a bit more challenging (cue the awkward fog that renders you nearly blind every […]
Optometrist vs. Ophthalmologist: What’s the difference?
If you don’t know the difference between an optometrist and an ophthalmologist, don’t fret. To many Americans, they both sound like a tongue twister! The […]
The Health Benefit of Tears
Did you know that your body makes approximately 15-30 gallons of tears each year? That’s almost 250 pounds of tears! Many people don’t realize that […]
Blue Light Glasses: Helpful or All Hype?
Ready for a mind blowing statistic? Over 60% of individuals spend more than 6 hours a day in front of a screen. That means that […]
Mill Creek Family Eye Summer Bucket List!
Summer in Washington is what us Washingtonians live for, and Snohomish county is full of family friendly things to see and do. We’ve asked our […]
Progressive Myopia: When Your Child’s Vision Keeps Getting Worse
What Is Progressive Myopia? Nearsightedness or myopia is one of the most prevalent eye disorders worldwide and its incidence is increasing. In fact by 2050, […]
Exercise and Your Eye Health
Regular exercise is an essential component of overall health and wellness. It is proven that exercise reduces sickness and disease; it increases strength, im…
8 Tips to Relieve Winter Dry Eyes
Whether you live in a climate with cold winter weather or you are planning a ski trip up north, winter can be a challenge if […]
Diabetes and Your Eyes
Diabetes is becoming much more prevalent around the globe. According to the International Diabetes Federation, approximately 425 million adults were living w…
Have an Eye Safe Halloween
Brush Up Before You Dress Up Halloween is one of the most fun times of the year for children and adults alike. When else do […]
The Dangers of An Online Eye Test
An online eye test may seem like a convenient way to check your vision or get an eyeglass prescription but beware, these tests aren’t all […]
Signs That Your Child Has a Vision Problem
Healthy eyes and good vision are essential for your child’s growth and development. In fact, learning is 80% visual, which means a child’s success in […]
Eye Dangers in the Dorm – Eye Health for College Students
It’s almost back to school time for college students and whether this is your first time away from home or you are already a pro, […]
Why You Shouldn’t Rub Your Eyes
While it may seem like a harmless action, rubbing your eyes can actually cause a lot of damage. There are a number of different reasons […]
Ocular Migraines
Migraine Awareness Month: An ocular migraine is any migraine headache that involves a visual disturbance such as flashes of light, seeing stars or zigzags or…
How-to Guide for Buying Sunglasses
Sure, sunglasses might add the final touches to your chic ensemble, but the real reason to purchase your shades is to protect your eyes from […]
Sports Vision Deconstructed
Vision is a critical component to succeed as an athlete and this doesn’t just mean having 20/20 vision. There are a number of visual processes […]
7 Eye Symptoms You Shouldn’t Ignore
While we all know that regular eye exams can help detect warning signs of disease and prevent vision loss, many people fail to seek medical […]
Women’s Eye Health – 7 Tips for Optimal Vision for Life
April is Women’s Eye Health Month in the USA and May is Healthy Vision month in Canada too, so let’s take the opportunity to look […]
Ultraviolet Light and your Eyes
If you want strong, healthy eyes and clear vision for life, a major step you can take is to protect your eyes from UV radiation. […]
Should I Be Concerned When My Eyelid Twitches?
We all experience the occasional eyelid twitch, which is when the muscle of the eyelid spasms involuntarily. Usually, it comes and goes without intervention …
Signs of Eye and Vision Problems in Infants
Infant Eyesight Despite nine months of growth in utero, babies are not born with fully developed eyes and vision – just like they can’t walk […]
AMD Awareness Could Save Your Vision
It’s that time of the year again. Each February, the optometric community bands together to create awareness about age-related macular degeneration (AMD). AM…
Trouble Seeing at Night? All About Night Blindness
At this time of year when the sun sets early, many people are affected by night blindness. Night blindness or nyctalopia refers to difficulty seeing […]
Pink, Stinging Eyes?
Conjunctivitis, also called pink eye, is one of the most frequently seen eye diseases, especially in kids. It can be caused by viruses, bacteria or […]
The Sneak Thief of Sight
It’s that time of year again. January is National Glaucoma Awareness Month, a time set aside each year to create awareness about this potentially devastating…
Don’t Let Snow Blindness Ruin Your Winter Vacation
While most people have sunglasses high on their packing list for a tropical vacation, many people don’t consider it as much of a priority for […]
6 Crazy Holiday Eye Injuries to Avoid
As the season to deck the halls arrives, make sure that you aren’t one of the many people who find themselves celebrating in the urgent […]
10 Eye Healthy Foods to Eat This Year
The New Year is coming and many people include healthier eating and exercise in their resolutions for the year ahead. Well other than weight loss […]
Women and Diabetes – World Diabetes Day
November 14th is World Diabetes Day. This year, the theme of World Diabetes Day is women and diabetes – our right to a healthy future. […]
What You Need to Know to Help World Blindness
October is World Blindness Awareness Month, an initiative started to help the public to understand the realities of visual impairment and how it affects the […]
Halloween Eye Safety
October has arrived and that means many people are already starting to plan for upcoming costume parties and trick-or-treating for the Halloween season. This…
Inside a Life With Color Vision Deficiency
What’s it like to be color blind? Contrary to what the name implies, color blindness usually does not actually mean that you don’t see any […]
Pink, Stinging Eyes?
Conjunctivitis, also called pink eye, is one of the most frequently seen eye diseases, especially in kids. It can be caused by viruses, bacteria or […]
Welcome to our New Website
We invite you to take a look around our new site to get to know our practice and learn about eye and vision health. You […]
How to Safely View the Great American Eclipse of 2017
On August 21st, for the first time since 1979, a solar eclipse will be visible across North America. What’s even more historic is that it […]
Are Your Eyes Sensitive to Light?
Light sensitivity, also known as photophobia, is a condition in which bright light – either natural sunlight or artificial light – can cause significant disc…
Got a Shiner!
What Exactly Is a Black Eye? A black eye, also known as a periorbital hematoma, is usually not an injury of the actual eye (which […]
Cataract Awareness and Prevention
It’s National Cataract Awareness Month According to the World Health Organization, cataracts are responsible for 51% of cases of blindness worldwide – althou…
Are You Ignoring Your Dry Eyes?
You Don’t Have to Live With Dry Eyes Have you noticed that your eyes feel chronically dry, itchy, scratchy or even sometimes watery? Many people […]
Does Smoking Affect Vision?
Eye Doctors Weigh In: How Smoking Can Harm Your Vision & Eye Health We all know that smoking is bad for you, especially the risks […]
Sjogren’s Awareness Month – Understanding The Invisible Disease
In honor of Sjogren’s Awareness month, eye care providers are helping to spread the word to increase awareness about this hard-to-diagnose disease. Sjogren’s…
April is Women’s Eye Health and Safety Month
Hey women! Did you know that women are more likely to suffer from vision problems and are at higher risk of permanent vision loss than […]
The Right (and the Wrong) Way to Clean Your Glasses
There is nothing worse than a dirty spot on your glasses – well except perhaps many dirty spots or smudges. When that happens, most of […]
It’s Time to Talk About Blue Light
Workplace Eye Safety Month Blue light. Do you know what it is? Do you know where it comes from, or how it can be harmful […]
Understanding Eye Color
Eye color is a hereditary trait that depends on the genes of both parents, as well as a little bit of mystery. The color of […]
6 Ways to Prevent Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD)
Age-related macular degeneration is a serious condition that can threaten your vision and general well-being. Characterized by the deterioration of the centr…
Are You Missing Your Child’s Hidden Vision Problem?
Your toddler may show every sign of good eyesight including the ability to see objects in the distance, however that doesn’t necessarily mean that he […]
“The Sneak Thief of Sight” Is On Our Minds This January
January is Glaucoma Awareness Month Make your resolution for healthy vision this year by knowing the risks and signs of glaucoma. As the leading cause […]
Holiday Season Shopping: Are Nerf Guns Safe for the Eyes?
Nerf guns or blasters come in a remarkable number of shapes and sizes and have become incredibly popular for use in the home and even […]
Dry Eye Syndrome Causes and Cures
Why Are My Eyes So Dry? Do you experience dry, scratchy, burning eyes, redness or pain, a gritty feeling like something is in your eye? […]
Welcome to our New Website
We invite you to take a look around our new site to get to know our practice and learn about eye and vision health. You […]