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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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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Choosing an eye doctor can feel stressful. This is even true when you or your child needs extra care or patience for theie eye exams. Many people worry about how their child will handle an exam. Others worry about being understood. At Optical Illusions, care starts with listening. Appointments move at a calm pace. Children […]
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Every four years, the Winter Olympics captivate the world. Athletes fly down mountains and glide across frozen rinks. Yet, one key factor often stays in the background. Vision drives every move. Without clear eyesight, performance drops fast. Even a small blur can cause mistakes. Because of this, eye care matters more than many people think. […]
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Many people wear glasses. However, some want clear vision. First, WAVE Ortho-K helps. It works while you sleep. Ortho-K reshapes the cornea. The cornea is the clear front of the eye. WAVE lenses improve this. They use precise mapping. They also use high-quality materials. As a result, vision improves fast. Also, eyes feel comfortable. What […]
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Vision Changes With Age Vision changes as we age. Because of this, reading small text feels harder. Also, screens can tire your eyes. So, even simple tasks feel difficult. That is why Varilux® by Essilor helps. In short, these lenses help your eyes work better. Essilor makes eye lenses. And Essilor has many years of […]
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December 16, 2025 SAN MATEO, CA – Optical Illusions: An Optometric Practice is proud to announce its renewed strategic partnership with Kering Eyewear for 2026. This continued collaboration reinforces a shared commitment to delivering world-class luxury eyewear and exceptional eye care. has allowed the multi-state optometry practice to expand its offering of luxury eyewear collections, […]
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SAN RAMON, CA – Optical Illusions: An Optometric Practice in San Ramon has been named the 2025 Neighborhood Fave in Wellness by Nextdoor. This esteemed recognition highlights Optical Illusions’ exceptional dedication to providing outstanding eye care and highlights their commitment to excellence in patient services. This is the third consecutive time Optical Illusions of San […]
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SAN JOSE, CA – Optical Illusions: An Optometric Practice in San Jose, CA has been recognized as one of the Highest-Rated & Best Reviewed businesses by Yelp. This esteemed recognition highlights Optical Illusions of San Jose’s exceptional dedication to providing outstanding eye care and underscores their commitment to excellence in patient service based on reviews […]
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FULLERTON, CA – Dr. Atean Asslani was recognized with the Dr. John R. Griffin Memorial Scholarship Award for 2025, an honor given for clinical and academic excellence by Southern California College of Optometry at Marshall B. Ketchum University (MBKU). This esteemed recognition highlights Dr. Asslani’s exceptional dedication to providing outstanding eye care and underscores his […]
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