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• posted: Oct. 17, 2025

Our vision connects us to the world in countless ways — from the faces we love to the beauty of a morning sunrise. When macular degeneration begins to affect that Read More

• posted: Jul. 11, 2025

Seeing tiny shapes drifting across your vision can be distracting and even concerning. These shapes, often described as threads, cobwebs, or spots, are known as eye floaters. At Middletown Eye Read More

• posted: Feb. 10, 2025

What to Expect During a Contact Lens Exam with Our Optometrists near You If you are considering contact lenses or need to update your prescription, a contact lens exam is always Read More

• posted: Jun. 26, 2024

Middletown Eye Care, serving the communities of Middletown and New Castle, DE, sees many patients who wonder if wearing outdated eyeglasses or contact lenses can harm their eye health. The Read More

• posted: Nov. 29, 2023

Are Colored Contact Lenses Safe to Wear? Imagine being able to instantly change your eye color from deep brown to a striking blue or a captivating green with just a blink Read More

• posted: Mar. 29, 2023

At Middletown Eye Care in Middletown, DE, and New Castle, DE, we are here to provide you with answers to all of your contact lens questions. We have provided this Read More

• posted: Jan. 31, 2023

A toric contact lens is a special type of contact lens that is specifically designed to correct for astigmatism. Astigmatism is a condition where the curvature of your eye’s surface Read More

• posted: Jan. 26, 2023

Contacts provide a more natural field of vision than eyeglasses and give you unparalleled freedom. Of course, you'll need a contact lens fitting if you're ready to start wearing contacts. Read More

• posted: Nov. 30, 2022

If you need to correct your vision, contacts and traditional glasses are both excellent options. There are many factors you need to take into consideration when deciding between glasses and Read More

• posted: Nov. 17, 2022

If you've been diagnosed with diabetes, you may want to talk to an optometrist. Diabetes is a leading cause of vision loss and could potentially damage the blood vessels in Read More

• posted: Aug. 04, 2022

Whether you are getting contact lenses or regular glasses, your optometrist will likely recommend getting a backup pair of glasses. Many of our patients at Middletown Eye Care in Middletown Read More

• posted: May 06, 2022

If you recently have been told by an eye doctor that you need glasses, take some time to decide on which eyeglasses are truly right for you. An eye exam Read More

• posted: Apr. 20, 2022

Middletown Eye Care is here to help you maintain your vision and eye health. When you come in for an eye exam, we will take the time to understand your Read More

• posted: Mar. 15, 2022

If you are dealing with deteriorating vision, or you have a child who you suspect will need vision correction soon, it can be hard to choose between glasses and contact Read More

• posted: Feb. 28, 2022

Protect Your Eyes from the Sun Regardless of the area of the country you live in, you need sunglasses. UV rays are harsh and can cause considerable damage to your eyes. Read More