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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
Do You Have Trouble Driving at Night?
April 3, 2015 | Meghan Schiffer, ODA common complaint from many patients is increased difficulty with night vision. This problem is often intensified when driving at night. Glare from oncoming headlights can make night driving very troublesome. There are several reasons that night vision may become … 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
Great Vision, No Glasses – Why You Still Need an Eye Exam
February 27, 2015 | Meghan Schiffer, OD20/20 Vision Approach
Some of my friends and family boast about their “20/20 vision” without glasses! As an optometrist, it’s not uncommon for me to hear all about a person’s vision issues… even outside of the exam room.
Here are … 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
Mission trip to the Dominican Republic —– Preparation and Anticipation
January 16, 2015 | Dr. Joel KestenbaumOn October 9, 2014 ten doctors and approximately twenty ancillary personnel from the United States and Canada were selected to participate in a mission trip to the Dominican Republic. The doctors were selected from over 750 applicants and I was … Read More
Danger Lurks In The Abundant Blue Light
December 12, 2014 | Joel Kestenbaum, ODRecently we took a flight Above the clouds the sky was bright The clouds below are always a beautiful sight But danger lurks in the abundant blue light
It’s always good to get away From the rigors of our every … Read More
How Does Diabetes Affect the Eyes?
November 7, 2014 | Meghan Schiffer, ODNovember is American Diabetes Month. The prevalence of diabetes, particularly type 2, is rising every year. According to the American Diabetes Association, 86 million Americans have a diagnosis of prediabetes and are at risk for developing type 2 diabetes in … Read More