Originally published by Dr. Atean Asslani, OD. Medically reviewed and updated by Dr. Tina Shafa, OD. Getting contact lenses is exciting. However, it can also feel a little scary. You may wonder what will happen next. You may also worry about comfort. In some cases, you may even feel nervous about touching your eyes. Fortunately, […]
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Originally published by Dr. Atean Asslani, OD. Medically reviewed and updated by Dr. Tina Shafa, OD. Contact lenses make life easier. They give you clear vision without glasses. They also feel light and natural. However, not all contact lenses work the same way. Some are worn once and thrown away. Others are cleaned and reused. […]
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When most people think about the flu, they picture fever, chills, body aches, and days spent under a blanket. What they don’t picture is their vision. Yet every year, during flu season, patients walk into optometry offices describing red, irritated eyes, blurred vision, light sensitivity, and discomfort they didn’t expect. They assume it’s allergies or […]
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Dr. William To and Dr. Katalina Yandell from Optical Illusions: An Optometric Practice were honored at the 2026 House of Delegates hosted by the the California Optometric Association (COA). Serving as two delegates of Santa Clara County Optometric Society (SCCOS), they also received special recognition from the American Optometric Association (AOA) with a prestigious AOA-PAC […]
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NEW AKONI Eyewear Luxury doesn’t need to announce itself. It reveals its value through precision, balance, and an unmistakable sense of intention. In an eyewear market crowded with oversized logos and fleeting trends, Akoni Eyewear has emerged as a brand that speaks softly, yet carries extraordinary weight. As search interest continues to rise, the phrase […]
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Originally published by Dr. Atean Asslani, OD. Medically reviewed and updated by Dr. Tina Shafa, OD. As parents, we make sure our kids see the doctor, the dentist, and get their hearing checked. But many families are surprised to learn that children also need regular eye exams, even if they do not complain about their […]
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Originally published by Dr. Atean Asslani, OD. Medically reviewed and updated by Dr. Tina Shafa, OD. Everyday Screen Use and Tired Eyes Eyezen lenses are designed to help people who feel eye strain from screens. Today, many people feel tired eyes. However, they often do not know the cause. By the end of the day, […]
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Demodex and dry eyes are often linked. If your eyes burn, itch, or feel gritty, the problem may start at the lash line. Many makeup habits can make demodex-related irritation worse over time. Most people reach for eye drops first. However, drops only relieve surface dryness. They do not treat eyelid inflammation. When the lids […]
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Originally published by Dr. Atean Asslani, OD. Medically reviewed and updated by Dr. Tina Shafa, OD. Blue light is everywhere. Screens dominate our daily lives. Phones, laptops, tablets, and TVs are constant. Therefore, many people try glasses or contacts that claim to block high-energy blue light. However, confusion often follows interest. Marketing can be loud. […]
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Originally published by Dr. Atean Asslani, OD. Medically reviewed and updated by Dr. Tina Shafa, OD. Astigmatism is one of the most common vision conditions in the world, yet it is also one of the most misunderstood. Many patients hear the word during an eye exam and immediately have questions. Is something wrong with my […]
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