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Clarity Vision - November 26, 2025
Diabetes is a condition that affects much more than your blood sugar - it can quietly influence nearly every part of your body, including your eyes. At Clarity Vision, our eye doctors in Suffolk, VA want patients to understand just how important eye care is in managing diabetes.

Clarity Vision - November 25, 2025
If you’re ready to refresh your look, this is the perfect time to explore the newest styles in eyewear. Fashion trends evolve every year, and heading into 2026, eyewear is becoming more than just a necessity - it’s becoming a defining element of personal style.

Clarity Vision - November 24, 2025
Vision insurance can be a powerful tool - if you know how to use it. Many people don’t realize they’re leaving money on the table each year, missing out on opportunities to improve their eye health, upgrade their eyewear, and save on essential services.

Clarity Vision - November 21, 2025
If you’re getting ready for a contact lens exam, you might be wondering what to expect and whether you need to prepare ahead of time. Whether this is your first experience with contacts or you’re updating your prescription, a little preparation can make a big difference. Here’s what you should know before scheduling your contact lens exam in Smithfield, NC.

Clarity Vision - November 20, 2025
During Diabetes Awareness Month, Clarity Vision is committed to educating our community about how diabetes can influence eye health and what you can do to protect your sight. Your vision is one of your most valuable assets, and with the right care, many diabetes-related eye conditions can be detected early, monitored closely, and even prevented.

Clarity Vision - November 11, 2025
Most vision plans reset annually, meaning any unused allowances for exams, glasses, or contacts are gone for good once the year ends. The good news? There’s still time to make the most of what you’ve earned. At Clarity Vision, we encourage patients to stay proactive so they can protect their eye health and enjoy high-quality eyewear before benefits expire.

Clarity Vision - October 30, 2025
Blurry vision is one of the most common reasons people schedule an eye exam - but sometimes, it’s more than just needing a new prescription. One potential cause is keratoconus, a progressive condition that affects the shape of your cornea.

Clarity Vision - October 27, 2025
Dyslexia is often described as a learning disorder that affects reading, spelling, and writing abilities. While dyslexia itself is not an eye problem, some visual issues can produce symptoms that closely mimic dyslexia. This is why a comprehensive eye exam plays such an important role in determining whether vision problems are contributing to reading difficulties.

Clarity Vision - October 23, 2025
If you’ve ever noticed that driving at night feels more difficult or that you struggle to see in dim lighting, you may be experiencing night blindness, also known as nyctalopia. While not a disease itself, night blindness is often a symptom of an underlying eye condition that affects your ability to see clearly in low light.

Clarity Vision - October 22, 2025
When winter settles in, it’s common to notice your eyes feeling drier, itchier, or more irritated than usual. The combination of cold outdoor air, indoor heating, and lower humidity can all contribute to worsening dry eye symptoms. At Clarity Vision in Smithfield, NC, we offer advanced solutions to help you find relief from winter dry eye, including OptiLight IPL therapy.