Using a Home Vision Test to Order Glasses Online…..Is It A Good Idea?
Using a Home Vision Test to Order Glasses Online Edited By Vered Hazanchuk Ordering glasses and contacts online is a tempting option. But how reliable are home vision tests, and should you use them to order new lenses? “The public should understand that that these online tests can measure the power of your eyeglass prescription,… ...
4 Ways to Keep Your Eyes Healthy This Fall
4 Ways to Keep Your Eyes Healthy This Fall Wrtten By: Kierstan Boyd For many people, autumn is a time for enjoying the outdoors. Camping under crisp, starry skies; picking apples; sitting around a bonfire—these activities and more are some of the hallmarks of the fall season. Here are 4 ways to make sure your eyes… ...
How smoke from wildfires affects your vision
By John Egan From her home, Heather Burgett sees the smoky haze from wildfires ravaging the Los Angeles area. She feels the impact of that wildfire smoke, too. Burgett’s throat is scratchy, prompting her to stock up on cough drops. She also is experiencing exhaustion, a possible byproduct of her body ridding itself of airborne toxins.… ...
Coronavirus Can Land On your Glasses: How To Disinfect Your Specs.
Glasses can act as a barrier between you and a person who is coughing or sneezing, but that also means the virus can lurk on the surface. May 20, 2020, 5:10 AM PDT / Source: TODAY By A. Pawlowski Amid all the warnings about contaminated surfaces possibly spreading the new coronavirus, many people may not… ...
15 Fun Facts About Your Eyes You Probably Didn’t Know !
Eye Health and Wellness You’ve had your peepers since you were born, so you may think you know them pretty well, but here are some fun facts you may not know about eyes: The average blink lasts for about 1/10th of a second. While it takes some time for most parts of your body to… ...
Red Circle Eye Test
Red Circle Eye Test: Look at the red circle closely! If u see.. No: *88* – Left eye is weak, No: *83* – Right eye is weak, No: *38* – Both eyes strong, No: *33* – Both eyes weak.. ...
Sunglasses for kids protect eyes from sun damage
As summertime draws near, ophthalmologists are nudging adults to be sure their children are sporting a pair of sunglasses to protect their eyes from sun damage. The Vision Council issued a report last week that claimed while 73 percent of adults slip on a pair of shades when it’s sunny, only 58 percent of parents… ...
6 Simple Ways to Take Better Care of Your Eyes
Your eye doc wanted us to pass these along. By Korin Miller If any of your body parts were to write a mournful ballad about feeling underappreciated, it might be your eyes. Be real: Is eye care really at the top of your priority list? Probably not, but it likely needs to be a little higher than… ...
Contact us to try Daily Hydro-Drops facial serum today!
The Obagi Daily Hydro-Drops is a hydrating facial serum that revives a dull complexion for a more youthful glow. It utilizes revolutionary Isoplentix™ technology to deliver Vitamin B3, Abyssinian Oil, and Hibiscus Oil in their purest forms, to ensure results you can see and feel. Skin is given an instant infusion of hydration to help… ...
High Definition Custom LASIK at Heritage Eye, Skin & Laser Center
LASIK is a laser vision correction procedure that can correct nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism, thereby reducing or eliminating the need for glasses or contact lenses. LASIK is considered to be a safe, accurate, and permanent procedure. Your First Step Towards Freedom from Glasses and Contacts You’ll begin your LASIK experience with a free consultation. First,… ...
7 Times When You Must See an Eye Doctor ASAP
by Cathleen McCarthy Annual eye exams are always a good idea, but sometimes you need to pick up the phone and schedule an urgent care visit to the eye doctor. Some eye conditions can lead to further complications and vision loss. Some vision diagnoses extend beyond your eyes and involve systemic disease. What are the… ...
Children and technology: Protecting your child’s eyes
Children and technology: Protecting your child's eyes By Gary Heiting, OD Children and technology are practically inseparable these days. Whether for educational purposes or just fun, children are spending a good portion of their day on "screen time" — staring at the LED screens of computers, tablets, smartphones and other digital devices. According to Common Sense… ...
Heritage Eye, Skin & Laser Center’s Response to Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19)
At Heritage Eye, Skin & Laser Center, the health and well-being of our patients, associates, and community is our top priority. We understand the concern and uncertainty you may be experiencing surrounding the coronavirus (COVID-19) and we are committed to being responsive to the needs of our patients as the situation evolves. As it has… ...
It’s That Time Of Year- Understanding Eye Allergies
Understanding Eye Allergies When you say, "I have allergies," people expect you to sneeze. But your nose isn’t the only part of your body that gets hit during an allergy attack. You can also have red, swollen, and itchy eyes. The usual suspects -- pollen, dust mites, pet dander, feathers, and other indoor or outdoor… ...
November is Diabetic Eye Disease Awareness Month
Diabetes: What It Is, Prevention, and Its Affect on the Eyes What is Diabetes? Diabetes is the condition in which the body does not properly process food for use as energy. This causes glucose (sugar) to build up in the blood. Too much glucose in the blood can cause damage throughout the body, including the… ...
EXCITING NEWS! Allergan is launching the BOTOX® Cosmetic Back-To-School Sweepstakes!
EXCITING NEWS! Allergan is launching the BOTOX® Cosmetic Back-To-School Sweepstakes! You can win when you become a Brilliant Distinctions Member, register for the promotion and get a BOTOX® Cosmetic treatment between 9/4 and 10/7. ...
Your Child’s Eye Exam and Vision Problems Why catching vision problems early is important
By Katherine Lee Updated June 01, 2019 Eye exams and vision screenings are an important part maintaining kids' health. Pediatricians routinely check a baby or toddler's eyes during checkups to make sure they're healthy. By age 3 or 4, a child's vision should have also been checked to make sure he or she is seeing correctly.… ...
Shingles of the Eye Cases Are on the Rise
By Christina Ianzito, AARP, May 15, 2019 | Comments: 0 The side effects of the shingles virus can range from extremely unpleasant to nightmarish, especially when the virus affects the eye. Unfortunately, shingles of the eye is rising dramatically, according to researchers at the University of Michigan's Kellogg Eye Center who found that the… ...
SKINCLUSION!
If you’re interested in finding out more about #SKINCLUSION, your particular skin type and which @ObagiMedical products are best for you, make an appointment with us today! ...
Relationship Between Glaucoma and Poor Sleep
Eye-Opening Study: Relationship Between Glaucoma and Poor Sleep Written By: Kierstan Boyd Reviewed By: Michael V Boland MD PhD Apr. 10, 2019 A study of more than 6,700 people in the United States over age 40 who answered a survey about their sleep revealed possible connections between glaucoma and sleep problems. Glaucoma is a disease of the optic nerve. Damage to… ...
Vision Facts and Myths
Vision Facts and Myths Reviewed by: Jonathan H. Salvin, MD Old wives' tales abound about the eyes. From watching TV to eating carrots, here's the lowdown on some vision facts and fiction. Myth: If you cross your eyes, they'll stay that way. Fact: Contrary to the old saying, eyes will not stay that way… ...
One Reason Myopia (Nearsightedness) is on the Rise!
An incredible 1.6 billion people worldwide suffer from some form of nearsightedness (myopia), which can vary from being mild to severe. Myopia is the world’s most common eyesight problem, but in the last two decades there has been a significant increase in the number of children being diagnosed with the condition. Recent research suggests that… ...
March: Workplace Eye Wellness Month
According to the Centers for Disease Control, there are nearly 800,000 work-related eye injuries each year. Every day, approximately 2,000 U.S. workers receive medical treatment for eye injuries related to or sustained at work. While vision loss is one of the 10 most common disabilities, 90 percent of eye injuries are preventable. How and Where… ...
How To Put In Eye Drops
By Amy Hellem; reviewed by Gary Heiting, OD Eye drops are used to treat a wide variety of conditions — from glaucoma and eye infections to allergies and dry eyes. In many cases, eye drops (or "eyedrops") are essential to preserving your vision and protecting your eyes. To get the greatest benefit from eye… ...
Gobble It Up: The Benefits Of Thanksgiving On Your Vision
Why your Thanksgiving meal will satisfy your stomach and your health! There is nothing that brings family and friends together quite like a delicious, hearty home-cooked meal. Dozens of dishes to pass along the table, funny stories exchanged over a famous secret family recipe and the collective feelings of happiness and enjoyment that engulf… ...
Pumpkin Mousse
This fall, trade your traditional pumpkin pie for this lighter dessert. Filled with beta-carotene, it will nourish your eyes and satisfy your sweet tooth. Pumpkin Mousse (serves 4) 1 cup pumpkin puree from can (240g) 1/2 cup plain 0% or 2% fat Greek yogurt 1/2 cup maple syrup 1/4 cup freshly squeezed orange juice 1 envelope… ...
Fall Eye Care Tips
Fall Eye Care Tips Fall is a time for changing weather, changes in allergies, and starting a new grade level in school. Protect your vision and eye health this fall with these seasonal tips. Vision Screenings vs. Exams The vision screenings children often receive at school are not the same as a comprehensive eye exam.… ...
Eye Anatomy: Parts of the Eye
By Liz Segre; eye illustration by Stephen Bagi The human eye has been called the most complex organ in our body. It's amazing that something so small can have so many working parts. But when you consider how difficult the task of providing vision really is, perhaps it's no wonder after all. How the Eye… ...
Eye-Healthy Deli-Style Kale Salad Recipe
Eye-Healthy Deli-Style Kale Salad Recipe By Laurie Capogna, OD, and Barbara Pelletier, OD Green vegetables, especially leafy greens such as kale, spinach and collard greens, contain high amounts of lutein and zeaxanthin. These pigments are powerful antioxidants that protect the retina from the damaging effects of UV rays and blue light. Leafy greens also contain a lot of vitamin… ...
Protect Your Eyes During The Solar Eclipse
Protect Your Eyes During This Rare Event The buzz has begun. People are planning how they can best view the solar eclipse that will make its way across the United States on Aug. 21, 2017. It's a rare occasion. And it requires preparation so that you don't damage your eyes while viewing the moon… ...
Eye-Healthy Niagara Springtime Soup Sippers Recipe
By Anna Olson Chilled soup sipper or juice? This versatile recipe by chef Anna Olson can work both ways. The green peas are full of vitamin C, with a significant amount of vitamin A as well. The apples and leafy greens contain other important nutrients for eyes. The mint is a good source of several… ...
10 Reasons To Avoid Cheap Glasses
10 Reasons To Avoid Cheap Glasses By Gary Heiting, OD Have you considered purchasing cheap glasses online? Or maybe you've been tempted to buy cheap sunglasses at a mall kiosk...or cheap reading glasses at a discount store? After all, why should you pay hundreds of dollars for prescription eyeglasses when cheap glasses look every bit… ...
March 2017 Sale!
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Does My Child Really Need Sunglasses?
Children's Sunglasses: Choosing the Best Sun Protection for Kids' Eyes By Gary Heiting, OD Do children really need sunglasses? According to most eye doctors and researchers, the answer is an emphatic "yes." Ultraviolet (UV) radiation and blue light (also called high-energy visible, or HEV, light) from sunlight appear to increase the risk of multiple age-related… ...
Check Out this Article In The Central Valley Business Journal!
By MELISSA HUTSELL Business Journal Writer STOCKTON — Following the wave of popularity tattoos have enjoyed comes a second wave — getting rid of them. That new wave has opened a business opportunity for Stockton’s Heritage Eye, Skin and Laser Center. Heritage purchased an Enlighten laser last September. It is a dual-wavelength and dual-pulse duration… ...
Color Contact Lenses – New Look for the New Year
Have you ever wondered what you’d look like if your eyes were a different color? With color contact lenses, you can try out a variety of colors to suit your look and your mood. In fact, you can even virtually try on all of the color options on the AirOptics website http://www.airoptix.com/colors/color-studio.shtml, or download the… ...
10 Foods That Boost Eye Health
Are there foods that promote healthy eyes? There certainly are. There are a number of foods that can help protect your eyes and reduce your risk of serious eye conditions. The doctors at Heritage Eye, Skin & Laser Center in Stockton are dedicated to providing the best eye care in Stockton… ...
Exercise Your Way to Healthier Eyes
Who doesn't want increased energy, a toned, fit body and improved health? It's no secret that exercise is the best way to get in shape and avoid serious health conditions. But you may be surprised to learn that you can actually exercise your way to healthy eyes too. Like your heart, brain, and lungs, your… ...
Holidays Can Be a Dangerous Time for Eyes
16/12/2013 by Milan Eye Center The holiday season is one of the busiest times of the year for most people. Staying on the go throughout the day can be very hectic and stressful, which is the perfect way for accidents and injuries to occur. In order to stay safe this holiday season, you should take… ...
Eye-Healthy Tangy Carrot Salad Recipe
Eye-Healthy Tangy Carrot Salad Recipe By Liz Segre This colorful salad is a great holiday side dish and can liven up your leftover meals as well. Carrots are full of eye-healthy beta-carotene and also contain significant amounts of fiber, potassium and vitamin C. Other ingredients provide eye nutrients like zinc, lutein and protein (if you… ...
Latest Technology For Pigmented Lesions
Heritage Eye, Skin & Laser Center is proud to be San Joaquin County’s first center to offer the Cutera Enlighten Laser. This laser effectively treats pigmented lesions in far fewer treatments than older technology. Most treatments require only 1 or 2 treatments. The Enlighten Pico Genesis is ideal for treating the following pigment problems:- •… ...
The Best Acne-Safe Mineral Makeup
The Best Acne-Safe Mineral Makeup Is YOUR makeup causing you to breakout? It's time for something better! Our PRIIA™ minerale-derm product line is the FIRST and ONLY mineral makeup of its kind. Made specifically for acne-prone skin, it is 100% acne safe, non-comedogenic and non-acnegenic. Priia proprietary formulas are non-irritating and are supremely soothing to… ...
What’s New with Heritage
New Website! There’s a lot happening here at Heritage Eye. For instance, we’ve had a “make-over”! We recently went live with our new website and we’re so excited about that. Our previous website was so, well, “so 90’s”!!! Our new website, on the other hand, is very modern and interactive. For instance, the new website’s flow… ...
Help For Those with Low Vision
Each day, approximately 10,000 Americans turn 65, and one in six adults this age and older has a vision impairment that cannot be corrected with glasses or contact lenses. An estimated 2.9 million Americans have low vision, which makes it difficult or impossible for them to accomplish activities such as reading, writing, shopping, watching television, driving… ...
Vision Affects Hearing
University of Utah bioengineers recently discovered that our understanding of language may depend more heavily on vision than previously thought: under the right conditions, what you see can override what you hear. These findings suggest artificial hearing devices and speech-recognition software could benefit from a camera, not just a microphone. “For the first time, we… ...
Live Longer with Cataract Surgery?
People who have had cataract surgery to improve their eyesight after being diagnosed with cataract related vision loss are living longer than those with visual impairment who chose not to have the procedure, according to an Australian cohort study published in Ophthalmology, the journal of the American Academy of Ophthalmology. After comparing the two groups,… ...
Our Eyes Tell More About Us Than Our Vision
As an ophthalmologist, Kenneth Miselis, M.D., sees much more about his patients’ health than just their eyes. Thanks to the clues the eyes provide, he regularly alerts patients to possible autoimmune diseases like rheumatoid arthritis and lupus, monitors progression of their diabetes, and once even suspected, correctly as it turned out, that a patient had… ...
Is Your Eye Makeup Safe?
Eye cosmetics are intended to make eyes more attractive, or in some cases to cleanse the eye area. One thing they shouldn’t do is cause harm. Most are safe when used properly. However, there are some things to be careful of when using these products, such as the risk of infection, the risk of injury… ...
Nutrition: A Key Component of Eye Health
A regular eye exam is the best way to protect your eyesight – and an easy precaution to take. Another way to safeguard your vision is through proper eye nutrition. Choose Foods High In Antioxidants As part of an eye-healthy diet, choose foods rich in antioxidants, like vitamins A and C, such as leafy, greenvegetables… ...
Things You Didn’t Know About Your Eyes
Our eyes are just simple orbs in our head, right? The truth is that they’re very complex organs. here are seven main parts in the eye that play a role in transmitting information to the brain, detecting light, and focusing. A problem with any of these parts means a problem with your vision. Our eyes… ...
How to Avoid Computer Eye Strain
Ever spent more than two consecutive hours looking at a computer screen? Computers can make us more productive, but the bad news is that too much screen time can also lead to something called computer vision syndrome (CVS). Recognizable as that tired, strained feeling your eyes get after a day in front of a computer… ...
Protect Children’s Eyes in Sun & Sports Activities
Summer vacation for school-age children means outdoor play and long hours at the beach. The increased sports activity and exposure to ultraviolet rays also means an increased risk to children’s eyes. New research shows that children’s eyes can be damaged from sun exposure, just like their skin. This damage may put them at increased risk… ...
Protect Your Eyes From Sunburn
When you think sunburn, you probably picture bright red shoulders, a lobster red chest, or a nose that rivals Rudolph. While most of us are savvy enough these days to lather our skin with sunblock before heading outdoors, many of us forget to protect another important body part from those harmful ultraviolet rays. Did you… ...
Are Your Eyes Crying For Help?
Believe it or not, watery eyes could be a sign of dry eyes. Constant watering of eyes is surely a very annoying eye problem. Let’s find out more about the causes and treatment of this eye condition. Tears are produced by the tear glands that are located below our eyelids. They not only moisten our… ...
Fireworks Can Cause Permanent Vision Loss
The Fourth of July is a favorite American holiday. Yet mishaps with fireworks can make the holiday memorable for all the wrong reasons. Each July 4th, thousands of Americans are injured using fireworks. Eyes are among the most injured body parts, and one in six fireworks-related eye injuries results in permanent vision loss or blindness.… ...
Your Eyes: The Window To Your Health
Your eyes are a unique window into health. Here is a list of some of the things your eyes can tell you about your entire body: Disappearing eyebrows When the outer third of your eyebrow starts to disappear on its own, this is a common sign of thyroid disease. A stye that won’t go away… ...
Kids: Sports Eye Injuries and Protective Eyewear
Eye injuries are the leading cause of blindness in children in the United States and most injuries occurring in school-aged children are sports-related. These injuries account for an estimated 100,000 physician visits per year at a cost of more than $175 million. Ninety percent of sports-related eye injuries can be avoided with the use of… ...
Women: Eyes Require Extra Care
While it’s important for everyone to take care of their eyes by scheduling regular eye exams, it’s especially important if you’re a woman. Why? Well for one thing, research shows that two thirds of all people who are blind or visually impaired are women. If that’s not convincing enough, here are other reasons why women… ...
Bags Under Your Eyes?
Do you feel old and tired because of your eyes? It is really hard to feel fresh and alert when your eyes are tired and droopy, because of those annoying bags under them. Bags are a sign of stress and fatigue. Here are some handy and effective tips to get rid of under eye bags… ...
5 Reasons to Never Leave Home Without Your Sunglasses
Looking Cool is One of the Many Excellent Reasons to Wear Sunglasses: You slather on SPF 50 to shield your skin from the sun. But what about your naked eyes? In a 2012 survey, less than half of 10,000 Americans polled recognized the health benefits of sunglasses, and 27 percent of respondents reported never wearing… ...
Why You Should Wear Sunscreen
For anyone who’s ever wondered why you should wear sunscreen, the answers to this question are straightforward and beneficial to your health. Reasons Why You Should Wear Sunscreen There is a huge variety of sunscreen options available today. Even people who don’t wear sunscreen every day on exposed body parts usually invest in a bottle… ...
“See” If You Know the Answers…
Why do animal eyes glow in dark? In the dark, the pupils are dilated, so that maximum amount of light enters the eyes. When suddenly, light is shone in the animal’s eyes, it is reflected from the Tapetum lucidum. This is the reflecting layer behind their rod-rich retina. That is the reason why animal eyes glow in… ...
Eye Fun Facts!
Did You Know Sailors once thought that wearing a gold earring would improve their eyesight. The shark cornea has been used in eye surgery since its cornea is similar to a human cornea. The eye of a human can distinguish 500 shades of the color gray. The cornea is the only living tissue in the… ...
What Color Will My Child’s Eyes Be?
Eye color is often the genetic trait that fascinates parents the most. Parents frequently ask our doctors here at Heritage Eye, Skin & Laser Center if they can tell what color eyes their baby will have. Will our child’s eyes be black, brown, blue, gray, green, hazel or some combination of colors? A child’s physical… ...
Stop Contacts… Start the Drops!
The next step was to stop wearing contacts and start using the Restasis drops. Stopping the contacts wasn’t that hard for me and neither was doing the drops (what I was not looking forward to was not using make-up for the three days before and one week after LASIK). When I started the Restasis it wasn’t… ...
Stop Make-Up
When you have LASIK, you can’t wear make-up for a few days before the procedure and a week after. I was not looking forward to that! I stopped putting on make-up 3 days before LASIK and once I got used to it wasn’t that bad. Everyone at work said I looked fine but they’re probably… ...
My Custom LASIK Pre-Op
Wowit’s really happeningreality has finally hit, I’ll be having LASIK in just two more days. And today is my LASIK pre-op. The morning of the pre-op you’re not supposed to read anything up close because it changes the shape of the cornea. It wasn’t too hard not reading anything up close. First I met with… ...
I’m Having Custom LASIK Today!
I can’t believe the day is finally here! I was nervous this morning and excited at the same time. I dreamt that I coughed during the procedure!!!! Everyone at work was excited for me and asked how I was doing. I worked most of the day as usual until it was my turn to have… ...
Heritage Eye’s New Baby!
Imagine the smallest car you’ve ever seen – then shrink it down by 50% and you’ll have a good idea what size our new company car is! It’s our Baby Smart Car! If you’ve never seen one, you have to come and see ours. It is so small that you can parallel park sideways! It… ...
Caring for Our Eyes with Good Nutrition
Most people would agreewe are very dependant on our eyesight. Therefore, taking care of our eyes is extremely important. One crucial part of caring for eyes is through a comprehensive dilated eye exam. When we are out in the community talking to people about eye care, it’s amazing how often we hear, “I see fine, I don’t… ...
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