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Top 5 things to know before scheduling an eye exam

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A vision check isn’t just about reading charts and updating your specs. It’s an essential part of your overall wellness. Your eyes can reveal early indicators of diabetes, high blood pressure, and other health conditions. Taking care of them means taking care of you.This guide will walk you through what…

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Buying Glasses Online vs In-Store: Which is Better?

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Not so long ago, picking out a new pair of specs meant one thing – heading to your local eye care center, standing in front of mirror after mirror and walking out with a new pair of eyeglasses. Fast forward to today, and the landscape has changed in a big…

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Simplify Contact Lens Orders With The MARLO App

Meet Marlo, stay connected to your eye doctor with the Marlo patient app from Alcon

Managing your contact lens orders can sometimes feel like juggling too many tasks – remembering when it’s time to reorder, making sure your lenses are delivered on time, and keeping track of eye health appointments. We understand how overwhelming it can be to manage all of this, especially when your…

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