In recent years, colored contact lenses have exploded in popularity. From Instagram influencers and TikTok creators to Halloween enthusiasts and cosplay artists, people are embracing colored contacts as a fun way to transform their look. With just a quick swipe online or a stroll through a beauty shop, you can find lenses in every shade […]
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They say the eyes are the window to the soul, but what if yours are telling a story of fatigue, stress, or premature aging that doesn’t reflect how you truly feel? The delicate skin around our eyes is one of the first areas to show signs of aging. From puffiness and sagging to under-eye bags […]
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Everyone knows that a glass of red wine at the end of the day can seriously take the edge off—but did you know that it can also decrease you likeliness of developing Cataracts? Here at Howerton Eye, your local ophthalmologist in Austin, TX, it is our mission to help people across the state of Texas […]
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Many patients think quick home remedies can help eye problems and eye disease. When in fact, home remedies carry many risks and it is best to see an Ophthalmologist right away if you have any concerns for your eye health.
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Who wouldn’t love having long, fluttering, effortless lashes? As beautiful as eyelash extensions may be, they can cause eye infections, allergic reactions, and in some cases, more serious eye problems. Here are a few things to consider before wearing false eyelashes.
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When it comes to eye health, we’ve all been told not to read in the dark and to eat plenty of carrots, but there is a serious lack of public awareness when it comes to the actual conditions that cause us to lose our eyesight and go blind. Age related macular degeneration (AMD) is the […]
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EThis year has undoubtedly been challenging, and for those that wear glasses, it’s even more challenging. Mask mandates have people wearing masks to reduce the spread of COVID. And, if you are an essential worker in fields such as healthcare and education, you are wearing masks for long hours every day. A new study published […]
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At Howerton Eye, our ophthalmologists and eye doctors work day in and day out to ensure the highest quality eye care for our patients. It is our goal to provide a life time crystal clear vision to all of our patients. That being said, if an eye issue arises, we are your eye care experts, especially if […]
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With an increased demand for technology in our lives, especially while working from home or learning remotely, our eyes have suffered. Although technology can be quite beneficial, it has also brought on negative side effects, particularly for our eye health. Today, most people stare at screens all day long, whether it is their cell phone, […]
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Since mid March when the COVID-19/Coronavirus outbreak was declared a global pandemic by the World Health Organization, the way we live our lives and take care of ourselves has changed dramatically.
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