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Back to School: Protecting children’s vision in the digital world

May 21, 2021 | By:

Computers, tablets, cell phones, gaming systems are the way of life especially during COVID-19. From Zoom meetings, webinars, and online courses; we are bombarded by blue light emitting from digital screens.


Ocular Hypertension

May 21, 2021 | By:Dr. Michael Duong

Ocular hypertension is an increase in the pressure in your eyes that is above the range considered normal with no detectable changes in vision or damage to your eyes.


Does your infant need an eye exam?

May 21, 2021 | By:Dr. Michael Duong

Yes, absolutely! I am proud to be part of the InfantSEE program, which optometrists will provide a one-time, comprehensive eye assessment to infants between 6 – 12 months age.


The Skinny on Sunglasses

May 21, 2021 | By:Dr. Michael Duong

There are plenty of misconceptions about sunglasses. We’d like to clear a few of them up. MYTH #1: All sunglasses provide ultraviolet (UV) ray protection...


Survive Spring Allergies

May 21, 2021 | By:Dr. Michael Duong

Spring is around the corner, which brings warmer temperatures and increased pollen counts.  This results in an increase of patients seen with eye allergies at our office.


August: National Children’s Vision and Learning Month

May 21, 2021 | By:Michael Duong, OD, FAAO

August is here and with it comes the start of the new school year!  Time for new clothes and new stationary. Going to get an eye exam can be overlooked during this busy time.


Enchroma glasses: Helping Colorblind people see Color

May 21, 2021 | By:Dr. Michael Duong

Color blindness is a condition where a person’s eyes cannot see color accurately and have difficulty telling colors apart. 


Retinoblastoma and the importance of early detection

May 20, 2021 | By:Dr. Michael Duong

Retinoblastoma is a rare tumor of the eye that affects infants.  About 200-300 children are diagnosed every year.  The tumor affects the retina in the back of the eye and may affect one or both eyes...


Fireworks Safety Eye Tips

May 20, 2021 | By:Dr. Michael Duong

The 4th of July is coming up and that means looking forward to parades, celebrations, back yard bbqs and of course, fireworks.


What is Amblyopia?

May 20, 2021 | By:Dr. Michael Duong

Amblyopia is decreased vision in one or both eyes due to abnormal development of vision during infancy or childhood.


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