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Burning, itchy, or watery eyes this winter? Altig Optical in Fort Worth offers dry eye and eye allergies treatment. Use your remaining benefits and feel better before the new year.
Learn how early eye exams support healthy vision, development, and learning. Discover the signs of vision problems and how comprehensive care helps children thrive.
Not every eye is shaped the same — and not every lens works for every patient. At Altig Optical, we use corneal mapping and custom fittings to help complex eyes see clearly again. If you've been told contacts aren’t for you, we may have a solution that is.
If you or a loved one was recently diagnosed with keratoconus, you likely have questions. Here’s what you need to know about this progressive eye condition—and how your doctor can help manage it.
Contact lenses can be a safe, confidence-boosting option for kids – especially when they’re active or self-conscious about glasses. Learn what factors matter most when deciding if your child is ready.
Myopia management can slow vision changes, reduce future eye disease risk, and even lower long-term costs. Learn how early treatment helps protect your child’s eyesight for life.
Sunglasses do more than complete your outfit – they shield your eyes from UV damage, help prevent vision problems, and even slow signs of aging. Learn why wearing them daily matters more than you think.
Staring at a screen all day? Remote work is taking a toll on more than just your posture. Learn how to spot the signs of digital eye strain and what simple changes can help protect your vision.
Noticing sudden black spots or squiggles in your vision? Eye floaters are common, but sometimes they’re a sign your eyes need immediate attention. This guide breaks down when to monitor your symptoms and when it’s time to call your eye doctor.
Dry eye syndrome causes irritation, blurry vision, and eye fatigue. Learn the signs and explore advanced treatment options that address the root cause.
Many contact lens users experience discomfort after a few hours of wear. Scleral lenses offer a more stable, hydrating, and long-lasting solution.
Make eye care part of your New Year’s health goals. Schedule a comprehensive eye exam to start 2025 with better vision.
Switching from glasses to scleral contact lenses can take several weeks. your Fort Worth eye doctor will provide instructions on how to properly insert, remove, and care for the lenses, as well as how to monitor for any potential complications. Read on to learn more.
Discover why experts say there’s a myopia epidemic, and learn what you can do to keep your kids’ eyes healthy. The Myopia Management Center at Altig Optical proudly offers myopia management treatments to nearsighted children for healthy and clear life-long vision.
Caffeinated coffee can be drying to the body, but that may not be true for the eyes. Here’s what you need to know about coffee and dry eye syndrome, and how The Dry Eye Center at Altig Optical in Fort Worth can help.
World Keratoconus Day is celebrated every year on November 10 to raise awareness of this rare eye condition. Read on to learn about keratoconus and how it’s treated.
Did you know that having atrophied meibomian glands can signal uncontrolled blood sugar levels? To learn more or to schedule an appointment, contact The Dry Eye Center at Altig Optical today!
Children and adolescents with diabetes are significantly more likely to suffer from dry eye syndrome (DES) than their non-diabetic peers. Read on to learn why diabetics are at higher risk, and how The Dry Eye Center at Altig Optical can help.
Medication doesn't always work to heal dry eye syndrome's underlying cause. The following natural and holistic remedies may relieve your eye discomfort and relieve your symptoms.
In this blog post we’ll discuss the benefits of using scleral lenses and how scleral lenses can help with keratoconus.
Your eye experts at Altig Optical have compiled our top 7 tips for keeping your eyes healthy and safe this holiday season. Let us know how else we can help!
High myopia – severe nearsightedness – is associated with an increased risk of serious eye diseases such as retinal detachment, glaucoma, and cataracts.
Cataract surgery not only improves vision. Research suggests that cataract surgery may also prevent cognitive decline.
Myopia management, an optometrist-developed program, can slow and even halt the progression of a child’s myopia. Read on to learn more.
Here’s how you can celebrate National Sunglasses Day on June 27.
Studies have found a correlation between asthma and dry eye syndrome. Fortunately, a dry eye optometrist can help by treating your uncomfortable dry eye symptoms.
Mosquito bites are annoying but on the eyelid they can be particularly uncomfortable and even impact your vision. Find out what you can do to treat the bite at home, and when it's a good idea to contact your optometrist.