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What You Need To Know About Dry Eyes

Dry eye is a condition in which there is lack of sufficient lubrication and moisture on the surface of the eye. The severity can range...

Glaucoma 101

You’ve heard the term, but what exactly does it mean? Most people have heard the term glaucoma, but many don’t know what it means. Even...

Floaters Defined: What Are Those Squiggles and Dots in Your Vision?

“I see cobwebs in my vision!” or “There’s a fly in my eye!” You’re not alone – we’ve heard it all. They manifest as spots, squiggly...

Cataracts & Glaucoma: What's new?

Here at Peninsula Eye Physicians and Surgeons we strive to keep ourselves educated with the latest that science has to offer you. I...

Why should my child be dilated?

Eye drops are used to help us to further evaluate vision and eye health. First, an anesthetic eye drop is used to numb the eye. Then...

What Should I Expect At My Child's First Eye Exam?

First, a medical history form will be completed for the examining doctor to review. A medical assistant or technician will help start...

Does Your Child Need An Eye Exam?

We often hear the question “Does my child need an eye exam?” The US Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) just released a statement...

Should Children Wear Sunglasses?

Every child should have a set of sun glasses. Just like every child should have a hat, wear sunscreen, eat veggies and brush their teeth....

Why I Choose Dailies

Whenever it comes up in conversation that I am an optometrist, one of the most common questions I will get asked is, “Are my contacts...

Wearing Contacts Responsibly So You Can Keep Wearing Them

Many people love contacts lenses for better peripheral vision, natural appearance, and comfortable vision without the weight of glasses. ...

How To Reduce Digital Eye Strain

Over the last couple years I have noticed an increase in the amount of patients complaining about their intermediate vision. A recent...

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