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So Many Reasons, So Many Contacts
January 26, 2016 | Dr. Joel KestenbaumThe History of Contact Lens
Contact lenses have come a long way over the last 50 years. Exploring the Contact lens history is important to understand why and how it has grown so much. In the 1960’s your choice was … Read More
Does Contact Lens Solution Matter?
August 21, 2015 | Meghan Schiffer, ODSoft contact lenses worn daily and disposed of on a biweekly or monthly basis need to be cleaned every night in a multipurpose solution. In comparison to preservative free saline, a multipurpose solution cleans and disinfects contact lenses. There are … Read More
We’re Expanding: Exciting Times are Ahead for Long Islanders with Eyecare Needs
July 31, 2015 | Joel Kestenbaum, OD 1We are very excited to have been recently voted as the “Eyecare Center For Excellence.” Optix is building a larger and more sophisticated office to improve patient care and comfort. In the fall, we will be moving right next door and therefore have little … Read More
Do your eyes feel dry at the end of the day?
June 5, 2015 | Michelle Zalaznick, ODYou may have a condition called Dry Eye Disease. Certain factors can increase the risk for Dry Eye Disease. These include diabetes, use of certain medications like antihistamines and antidepressants, age, gender and computer use. Women are more likely to … Read More
Newest Contact Lenses on the Market
April 24, 2015 | Meghan Schiffer, ODAre you always looking ahead for the newest and best products on the market? At Optix Family Eyecare, we strive to provide unparalleled comprehensive eye care, including contact lens examinations, using the latest technologies available. Our practice offers a wide … Read More
Special Lenses for Special Needs
March 6, 2015 | Dr. Joel KestenbaumEyeglasses are not helpful if they do not do the intended job. Contact lenses are not helpful if they don’t correct the vision to an acceptable level or they cause dry eyes or other issues. On the other hand, specialty … Read More
How to choose the best contact lenses?
February 13, 2015 | Dr. Joel KestenbaumI often get asked, “What is the best contact lens?” Unfortunately, there is no one correct answer. Contact lenses are almost as individual as people. That is to say, there are many types of contact lens materials, sizes, curves, shapes, … Read More
Do You Have Dry Eyes?
January 23, 2015 | Meghan Schiffer, ODIf you’ve ever noticed that your eyes feel dry, you are not alone. Symptoms of dry eye disease can vary greatly from person to person. Common symptoms include, but are not limited to, the following: – Scratchy, gritty feeling – … Read More