Dear Friends: Recently, I found high astigmatism in a 6 year old with no complaints or symptoms. I prescribed glasses necessary to see clearly, just in time for school. With Los Alamos Public Schools starting off with online learning, eye exams are essential for the well being and eye health of our kids! Check out myContinue reading “Now is the Time for an Eye Exam”
Author Archives: Lisa Shin
Protecting our Children’s Eyes
I tell kids all the time to limit their digital device use to 2 hours/day, but now, they will be required to spend 6-8 hours/day on their computer!
Davis Vision Warranty Policies
As of January 1, 2020, the Los Alamos National Laboratory will no longer offer Vision Service Plan (VSP) to their employees. Instead, Davis Vision will be the vision insurance for LANL employees. Although the benefits are comparable, we have noticed significant changes in warranties, products, and contact lenses. With VSP, anti-reflective coatings had a 2Continue reading “Davis Vision Warranty Policies”
Tests and Treatment for Glaucoma
As we get older, we lose retinal ganglion cells and our retinal nerve fiber layer gets thinner. However, in glaucoma, these ganglion cells are lost more quickly and peripheral vision can be affected. The vast majority of glaucoma patients will not experience severe vision loss. Lowering eye pressure by 20% with eye drops decreases theContinue reading “Tests and Treatment for Glaucoma”
Eye doctors add safety measures to cut COVID-19 risk
By Adam Debrowski from All About Vision The coronavirus pandemic has temporarily closed countless American businesses, but some eye doctor’s offices often are open — though with reduced hours and with added safety precautions in place. Optometrists, ophthalmologists and opticians continue to offer essential eye care ranging from saving a patient’s vision to mending aContinue reading “Eye doctors add safety measures to cut COVID-19 risk”
How to Avoid Eye Injuries on the Job
Did you know that 90% of eye injuries are preventable? Many injuries result in permanent loss of vision. We strongly recommend well-fitted industrial safety glasses with impact resistant lenses that meet ANSI Z87. 1 standards. We provide high quality safety eyeglasses for LANL and subcontractors, with an excellent customer service. Check it out today!
CONTACT LENS WEAR RECOMMENDATIONS FOR SAFE AND HEALTHY EYES
Wash your hands before handling contact lenses. Clean & disinfect contact lenses every day. Rinse and air dry your contact lens case every day. Replace your contact lens case every 3 months. **Bacteria can grow in a dirty lens case, and cause an eye infection. Saline solution can be used to rinse lenses, but isContinue reading “CONTACT LENS WEAR RECOMMENDATIONS FOR SAFE AND HEALTHY EYES”
Can Make-up Affect your Eyes?
Can cosmetics really affect my eyes? Yes! Make-up particles can irritate the surface of your eyes and skin, causing allergic reactions, stinging, burning, discomfort and dry eye symptoms. You should avoid make-up with the following preservatives: Benzalkonium Chloride (BAK), Formaldehyde, Parabens, and Phenoxyethanol. A 2013 study showed that 60% of mascara users experienced eye irritationsContinue reading “Can Make-up Affect your Eyes?”
Build up immunity during COVID-19
From Healthy News Blog: How can you build up a strong immune system to fight pathogens, such as bacteria, viruses such as COVID-19? Good nutrition is key! Avoid these: Alcohol, fried foods, sweetened foods or beverages. Eat these foods: local, fresh, organic fruits and vegetables. They have natural Vitamin C, antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals thatContinue reading “Build up immunity during COVID-19”
#1 Cause for Vision Loss over 65
Did you know that dry macular degeneration is the leading cause for vision loss for adults over the age of 65? Although 80% of those with AMD remain in the less severe dry stage, 20% progress to the wet form, which has a devastating impact on vision! It is more prevalent among the older whiteContinue reading “#1 Cause for Vision Loss over 65”
Risk factors for Severe Illness due to COVID-19
From CDC: COVID-19 is a new disease and there is limited information regarding risk factors for severe disease. Based on currently available information and clinical expertise, older adults and people of any age who have serious underlying medical conditions might be at higher risk for severe illness from COVID-19. Based on what we know now,Continue reading “Risk factors for Severe Illness due to COVID-19”
10 Health Problems that Show Up in Your Eyes
Eye and heart health
Did you know that heart health and eye health go hand in hand? Keep your heart healthy by keeping up with your routine medical exams. Eye exams can help detect early signs of diabetes, high cholesterol, and hypertension which can be contributing factors to heart disease. We can check your blood pressure as part ofContinue reading “Eye and heart health”
Dr. Shin speaks to Rio Grande Foundation
LANL Safety and Computer Glasses
Los Alamos Family Eyecare, P.C. LANL Safety & Computer Glasses Program Our wide selection includes frames that meet ANSI Z87.1 and CSA Z94.3 standards. We can special order any safety frame from the following vendors: ArtCraft Optical: https://www.artcraftoptical.com/ Wiley X: https://wileyx.com/ On Guard & A2: https://www.hilcovision.com/c/onguard-frames ArmouRx: https://armourxsafety.com/ Our $375 safety package deal includes frame,Continue reading “LANL Safety and Computer Glasses”
With Blue Light Blocking Glasses Sleep Better – BluTech Lenses
Fall and Stay Asleep Do you ever struggle to fall asleep and can’t figure out why? Or perhaps you wake up in the middle of the night for what seems to be no apparent reason? It’s likely that blue light from your phone, TV or tablet is disrupting your circadian rhythm, (i.e. the part ofContinue reading “With Blue Light Blocking Glasses Sleep Better – BluTech Lenses”
ZEISS DriveSafe
Most drivers are exposed to difficult conditions that impact their vision, including driving in rain, snow, fog, and of course driving at night. For many, this can be a significant source of stress – in fact, over two thirds of adults report difficulty driving in these challenging visual conditions. ZEISS DriveSafe is an all-day lensContinue reading “ZEISS DriveSafe”
What are Polarized Sunglasses?
Polarized lenses not only reduce glare, they make images appear sharper and clearer, increasing visual clarity and comfort. Why Polarized Lenses? For all the benefits we receive from the sun, its light can pose serious vision problems. Sunlight reflecting off smooth water, snow or flat roads can create glare which is not only annoying but canContinue reading “What are Polarized Sunglasses?”
Computerized Home Vision Therapy Systems | Treatment for eye strain, computer vision syndrome and children’s learning problems
Do you have these symptoms? Do you suffer eyestrain? Does computer work give you headaches or blurred vision? Does your child avoid homework? Do you tire easily when reading or working on the computer? Does your child have learning problems? Is it hard to concentrate on reading? Do you get car sick? Source: Computerized HomeContinue reading “Computerized Home Vision Therapy Systems | Treatment for eye strain, computer vision syndrome and children’s learning problems”
HTS2 | Home Therapy Solutions
Did you know that you can have 20/20 vision, but still have trouble focusing? An online vision therapy program that you can do at home can really help your eyes work together! Recently, I had a patient who has convergence insufficiency, and is motivated to start this program. Source: HTS2 | Home Therapy Solutions
What to expect after cataract surgery
After cataract surgery, expect your vision to be blurry and improve over the next few days. Colors may seem brighter after your surgery because you are looking through a new, clear lens. A cataract is usually yellow- or brown-tinted before surgery, muting the look of colors. You will usually see Dr. Shin 1-2 days afterContinue reading “What to expect after cataract surgery”
When a scleral contact lens fits too tightly!
I’ve had great success with scleral contact lenses for patient with highly irregular corneas and conditions such as keratoconus. When standard size gas permeable lenses are not able to improve vision and my patients complain about glare and haloes, it may be time to fit large size gas permeable lenses known as sclerals. Scleral lensesContinue reading “When a scleral contact lens fits too tightly!”
Shamir Autograph Intelligence™ – Shamir USA
LANL employees: great news! Shamir age specific progressive lenses, Intelligence, will be available through Davis Vision with a copay. Designed to Match Your Visual Age™Today’s progressive lenses provide patients with a “personalized” lens based mostly on the measurements of their selected frame, or “customized” based on lifestyle information from questionnaires. This “one design” concept providesContinue reading “Shamir Autograph Intelligence™ – Shamir USA”
Why is my eye red?
Episcleritis is a relatively common, benign cause of red eye, due to inflammation of the episcleral tissues. Nodular episcleritis is characterized by a clearly defined elevated area of inflammation. In simple episcleritis, vascularization is present without an obvious nodule. Differentials include: scleritis (inflammation goes deeper in the tissues and is much more serious), allergic conjunctivitis,Continue reading “Why is my eye red?”
Multifocal implants with cataract surgery!
I’ve been amazed at the positive feedback of multifocal implants with cataract surgery! I recently had a pilot with high visual demands, who is extremely happy with his multifocal implants. If you need cataract surgery and you want the greatest freedom from eyeglasses after surgery, you might want to consider multifocal intraocular lenses (IOLs) to allow the best vision possible forContinue reading “Multifocal implants with cataract surgery!”
Follicles vs Papillae
Follicular conjunctivitis is caused by viruses, bacteria, and toxins present in certain eye drops. In contrast to papillae, follicles are small, dome-shaped nodules without a prominent central vessel. Accordingly, whereas a papilla clinically appears more red on its surface and more pale at its base, a follicle appears more pale on its surface and moreContinue reading “Follicles vs Papillae”
Dr. Coleman: Lasik Surgeon Par Excellence
If you are interested in LASIK, you want the surgeon who is at the top of the field, highly skilled and experienced. Dr. Stephen Coleman has a lasik only specialty practice, has published extensively in ophthalmology journals, and is the surgeon who teaches other doctors how to do lasik. After 2 decades of co-managing hisContinue reading “Dr. Coleman: Lasik Surgeon Par Excellence”
Glaucoma Management
Glaucoma is a disease of the optic nerve in which the retinal ganglion cells are damaged, retinal nerve fiber layer get thinner, and your peripheral vision is affected. The vast majority of glaucoma patients will not experience severe vision loss, and the condition progresses very slowly. Lowering eye pressure by 20% with eye drops decreasesContinue reading “Glaucoma Management”
Risk Factors for Glaucoma
High intraocular pressures and age are strong risk factors for developing glaucoma. The risk increases considerably at age 40 for African-Americans and at age 60 for the general population. Other important risk factors aside from high eye pressure and age include: family history of glaucoma; African or Hispanic ancestry; and nearsightedness. Additional risk factors forContinue reading “Risk Factors for Glaucoma”
Prediabetes – Your Chance to Prevent Type 2 Diabetes
Prediabetes is a serious health condition where blood sugar levels are higher than normal, but not high enough yet to be diagnosed as type 2 diabetes. Approximately 84 million American adults—more than 1 out of 3—have prediabetes. Of those with prediabetes, 90% don’t know they have it. Prediabetes puts you at increased risk of developingContinue reading “Prediabetes – Your Chance to Prevent Type 2 Diabetes”
Help! My Child’s Eyes Keep Getting Worse!
I have been nearsighted almost all my life, and wear corrective glasses and contacts lenses. If only my optometrist had offered options for slowing down its progression! This missed opportunity drives my enthusiasm and passion for myopia control. This is conversation I have with every parent and child, whose eyes are getting worse year afterContinue reading “Help! My Child’s Eyes Keep Getting Worse!”
Myopia control: Is there a cure for nearsightedness?
If your child has myopia (nearsightedness), you’re probably wondering if there is a cure — or at least something that can be done to slow its progression so your child doesn’t need stronger glasses year after year.For years, eye care practitioners and researchers have been wondering the same thing. And there’s good news: A numberContinue reading “Myopia control: Is there a cure for nearsightedness?”
Pediatric Eye Exams
I often get asked, “How early should my child have an eye examination?” The American Optometric Association recommends a comprehensive eye examination at 6 months, at age 3, before school, and every 2 years after that.” Then parents will ask, “How can you do an eye examination when they can’t talk or read yet?” IContinue reading “Pediatric Eye Exams”
A big puffy eyelid!
When your eyelid gets infected, it can cause a red, painful, and swollen bump! It is important to treat this quickly, so the infection doesn’t spread to the back of your eye. Chalazia and hordeola (styes) are sudden-onset localized swellings of the eyelid. Treatment is primarily with hot compresses and oral steroids. Both conditionsContinue reading “A big puffy eyelid!”
Biotrue ONEday Daily Disposables
We’ve seen great results with Biotrue ONEday Daily Disposable contact lenses! These lenses have more moisture than any other contact lens on the market, for all-day comfort and UVA/UVB protection. With special discounts and rebates for a year’s supply of Biotrue Dailies AND your VSP $200 contact lens rebate, your out of pocket costs areContinue reading “Biotrue ONEday Daily Disposables”
