HEALTH & WELLNESS
SPEC IA L SECTION
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• Find a good retinoid. Derived from vitamin-A, retinoids boost collagen production in
the skin to stimulate blood vessels and unclog pores.
300 Mt. Lebanon Blvd., 2nd Floor
Lebanon Shops, Pittsburgh, PA 15234
412-343-8200
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2414 Lytle Rd., Suite 100
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1580 McLaughlin Run Rd.
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SEEING INTO THE FUTURE
Twenty-first century children will be looking beyond genetics as a cause for needing
corrective eyewear, according to the American Optometric Association (AOA). In the
Digital Age, children are exposed to electronic devices their whole lives as an integral part
of social and educational practices. Teachers are continuing to increase the amount of
digital technology used in the classroom, and it is expected that computer simulations will
account for much of the learning style in the future. Both teachers and parents are finding
that children are adapting well to the use of technology in the classroom, making learning
more interactive and current than most textbook learning.
The AOA’s 2015 American Eye-Q® survey states that 41 percent of parents say their kids
spend three or more hours per day using digital devices, and 66 percent of kids have their
own smartphone or tablet. As technology becomes more of an essential part of modern
life, it is important for parents to find balance in their children’s digital usage. Electronic
devices, including televisions, give off blue and violet light that may affect vision by
causing eyestrain and discomfort. If your child has to do homework using the computer or
tablet, keep the television off during dinnertime and instead enjoy conversation together.
Optometrists also researched the importance of natural sunlight exposure to the eyes and
say that the lack of exposure to natural light could affect the growth and development of
vision.
DIGITAL EYESTRAIN
• Burning
• Fatigue
• Itchy or tired
• Blurry vision
• Increased headaches
• Head and neck pain
The best way to properly monitor eye and vision health is to make sure your child gets a
comprehensive eye exam every year.
KEEP YOUR TEETH & GUMS HEALTHY
A big smile can say a lot about your overall health, so if you’ve been skipping out on the
dentist, you may want to schedule your visit. A yearly dental visit protects against poor
oral health that can lead to greater problems down the road. Good oral hygiene, including
brushing at least twice a day with a fluoride toothpaste and flossing, can protect against
the damaging effects of gum disease. Gingivitis is a mild form of gum disease that is due
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