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LASIK Procedures Increase During COVID-19

Did you know that LASIK procedures have significantly increased during the pandemic?  The rise in LASIK and refractive surgery may surprise you but COVID-19 may be a good opportunity to achieve better vision.  The American Academy of Ophthalmology suggests that the risk of COVID-19 transmission is low during LASIK surgery.  Plus, the mechanics of the… Read More


Visiting your Doctor’s Office? 5 Easy Ways to Reduce Your Risk To COVID-19

As restrictions ease in San Francisco and throughout the Bay Area, many businesses are reopening again, including your doctor’s offices.  A few weeks ago, finding a routine eye appointment was nearly impossible.  Under the recommendations from national health organizations like the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the American Optometric Association (AOA), and the American… Read More


5 Easy Ways to Keep Your Eyes Healthy

This Valentine’s Day, don’t take your eyes for granted!  Your eyes are a hugely important organ and allow you to see the world around you, so what can you do to take care of them?  Here are 5 easy ways to keep your eyes healthy.  1. Eating Well Fueling your body with the right foods… Read More


Hubble Contacts, Too Good to Be True?

We’ve all heard of the saying, “When something is too good to be true, it probably is”. Hubble, a direct-to-consumer start-up, cuts out the middle man and offers cheaper contact lenses right to your door.  For only $36 per month and a $3 shipping and handling fee, you can have a month-long supply of subscription… Read More


Understand all the Risks of LASIK Before You Commit to Surgery

LASIK surgery, whether PRK, SMILE or LASIK, are all extremely effective, safe and trusted options.  Complications that result in vision loss is very rare.  LASIK is one of the most popular elective surgeries, and it’s satisfaction rate among patients who have had the procedure is remarkably high.  However, there are some risk factors you should… Read More


Need Cataract Surgery? This is Good News.

The word cataract may sound foreign to you and perhaps a bit scary even because the word, surgery, usually follows this word.  However, we assure you that cataracts are not a scary disease.  In fact, this surgery may improve your vision and lifestyle. Before we dive into surgery side, let’s chat about what is exactly… Read More


Buying the Right Sunglasses to Protect Your Eyes

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? 1. Sunglasses also protect the skin around your eyes. The skin… Read More


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What’s the Best Age for LASIK?

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


Steph Curry squinting court-side

Steph Curry Is Ready For Play-Offs Due To His Contact Lenses!

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


Woman suffering from screen-related eye issues

Put Your Digital Devices to Bed: Blue Light May Cause Health Issues

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


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