Dry, irritated eyes can have many causes, but one of the most common is a problem with the tiny oil-producing glands along the eyelids. This condition, known as meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD), is closely connected to evaporative dry eye. Understanding this connection can help explain why symptoms sometimes persist even when you regularly use artificial tears. At Kopolow & Girisgen Doctors of Optometry, we evaluate the underlying causes of dry eye so we can recommend care based on what is actually affecting the tear film.

Las Vegas is a 24-hour city, and many casino, hotel, restaurant, and hospitality employees work late nights, overnight shifts, or changing schedules. Spending long hours under bright artificial lighting, looking at digital screens, and driving home after dark can leave your eyes feeling tired, dry, or strained.

As Clark County students prepare for another school year, clear distance vision becomes essential for seeing classroom boards, following presentations, participating in sports, and moving confidently through the school day. If your child’s glasses prescription keeps getting stronger, simply replacing the lenses may not address the bigger issue.

Southern Nevada sunshine can be intense, especially in Las Vegas where bright UV exposure reflects off pavement, water, sand, and car windshields. While many people remember sunscreen for their skin, the eyes need protection too. Photokeratitis, sometimes called a "sunburned eye," happens when the clear front surface of the eye is exposed to too much ultraviolet light.

A comprehensive eye exam checks more than how clearly you see. It also gives your eye doctor a look at the retina, optic nerve, blood vessels, and other important structures inside the eye. Traditionally, this part of the exam often required dilation. Today, many patients ask about Optos retinal imaging because it can provide a widefield view of the retina quickly and comfortably.

Diabetes can affect more than blood sugar - it can also impact the health of your eyes and the clarity of your vision. Over time, high blood sugar can damage the small blood vessels that support the retina, which is the light-sensitive tissue at the back of the eye. These changes may develop slowly, which is why regular diabetic eye exams are so important, even when your vision seems normal.

Eye care is not one-size-fits-all. What your eyes need in childhood is different from what matters in adulthood and later years. At Kopolow & Girisgen Doctors of Optometry, we help patients in Las Vegas stay ahead of vision changes with eye exams and personalized care at every age. Whether you are scheduling a child’s first visit or keeping up with senior eye health, regular attention makes a real difference.

If standard contact lenses have not felt comfortable or have not given you clear, stable vision, a hard-to-fit contact lens exam can help us find a better solution.

Blurry vision can be frustrating, inconvenient, and sometimes even alarming. Whether it happens occasionally or persists throughout the day, changes in your vision should never be ignored. While blurry vision can be caused by something simple, it may also signal an underlying eye condition or health concern that requires prompt attention.

With so many aspects of healthcare moving online, it’s natural to wonder whether eye exams can also be done virtually. Online vision screenings have become increasingly popular, offering a convenient way to check certain aspects of your vision from home.