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Are your eyes still dry? You may need a dry eye evaluation

May 20, 2021 | By:Dr. Michael Duong

Are you suffering from dry, irritated eyes at the end of the day? Are you using copious amounts of artificial tears to relieve these symptoms without improvement?


Sunglasses to the Rescue!

May 20, 2021 | By:Dr. Michael Duong

Overexposure to UV light can lead to ocular conditions such as photokeratitis, cataracts, pterygium, and macular degeneration.


Blurry vision in left eye for years. Why?

May 20, 2021 | By:Dr. Michael Duong

Astigmatism occurs when the light that enters the eye is out of focus, causing blurred vision whether looking far away or up close.  It is a very common condition and seen daily at our office.


Healthy Infants, Healthy Eyes, Healthy Futures

May 20, 2021 | By:Dr. Michael Duong

Eye problems can be easily missed in the early stages of infancy.  The American Optometric Association recommends a baby’s first eye exam at 6-months of age...


Just another Thursday?

May 20, 2021 | By:Dr. Michael Duong

“I started seeing flashes and floaters that started last week in my right eye.”  When I hear this, it is imperative that a careful evaluation of the retina is performed.


What are Cataracts?

May 20, 2021 | By:Dr. Michael Duong

A cataract is a clouding of the lens inside of the eye.  The lens sits behind the iris (colored part of the eye) and the pupil.


Giving Color to the Color Blind

May 20, 2021 | By:Dr. Michael Duong

People who are color vision deficient (CVD) cannot see colors accurately such as blue, yellow, red or green.  It is estimated that 1 in 12 men and 1 in 200 women are color vision deficient...


Winter Weather and your Eyes

May 20, 2021 | By:Dr. Michael Duong

Winter weather means colder temperatures, winds, and lack of moisture which can wreak havoc on your eyes. Cold outdoor air and heated indoor air can cause your eyes to dry out.


Eye Stroke: Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion

May 20, 2021 | By:Dr. Michael Duong

A 50 year-old male patient complained of blurred vision in the right eye which has been gradual over the year. He had no other symptoms...


Orthokeratology: No Daytime Contacts, No Surgery, No Glasses!

May 20, 2021 | By:Dr. Michael Duong

Orthokeratology (Ortho-K) is an FDA-approved process of wearing rigid gas permeable contact lenses to reshape the cornea while sleeping at night...


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