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Sunglasses are more than a fashion statement.  But…do sunglasses really protect my eyes?  The answer is Yes!  The white of your eye, cornea, retina, iris, and lens of your eye are susceptible to damage from too much sun exposure. Why are sunglasses so important? Sunglasses also protect the skin around your eyes. The skin around… Read More

If you Google this question, Google will simply say that the perfect candidate for LASIK is someone between the ages of 20 and 40. One can even opt for LASIK at the age of 18, but most doctors will encourage you to wait until their mid-20’s. Why? Generally, a good candidate is someone who has… Read More

If you haven’t heard the news about Stephen Curry. Here it is, he’s has been playing basketball this whole time with blurry vision! We know, it’s a bit unbelievable. He’s already an amazing shooter. Steph’s shooting at a 48.7% from the 3 point line since mid-March and has hit five plus 3 pointers in 9… Read More

Spring is officially here!  Spring means longer days, blooming flowers, and more sunshine.  For those who follow NCAA college basketball, March means a lot of upsets, winners, and, eventually broken brackets. If you are suffering from eye allergy symptoms, schedule a consultation at our San Francisco office today. For some people, Spring may also mean… Read More

According to the American Optometric Association (AOA), a recent survey revealed that 88% of Americans know that digital devices can negatively affect their vision, but the average American still spends 7 or more hours a day looking at their screens. From computer screens to smartphones to television screens, all these digital devices emit blue light…. Read More

LASIK surgery is a fantastic procedure. With the help of technology, LASIK is now completed with a laser instead of a blade. LASIK is quite a magical invention. This surgery restores vision. LASIK was performed on some 700,000 eyes last year, up from 628,724 in 2016. (According to Market Scope, a market research company that… Read More

The task of looking for a good LASIK surgeon can be overwhelming. Where to start?  What specific attributes should I be looking for in a great surgeon?  Even if you’re a master Googler, not knowing what to look for can lead you down the wrong way.  Don’t worry, we’re here to help.  We’ve listed a… Read More

There has been an unusual amount of rain in San Francisco this year.  Lately, the recent flash flood warnings and mudslide in Sausalito this morning, has me thinking whether or not I am ready to evacuate my house if needed.  For example, I need to start putting my eyeglasses on my side table every night.  Should I… Read More

Do you suffer from dry eyes? Or perhaps you suffer from dry eyes and may not even know it.  Staring at your smartphone too hard, or perhaps you’re spending hours in front of a computer screen, TV or tablet.  But, all that screen time means you’re squinting more and blinking less.  Additionally, contact lenses can potentially… Read More

Welcome to February.  The new month may mean different things for different people.  For all the sports fanatics, the first Sunday of the month means the Super Bowl!  The New England Patriots are in the finals again.  In Super Bowl 53, Tom Brady is facing off against the young Ram Jared Goff in Atlanta. Or,… Read More