California Oaks Vision Center of Optometry

People blink more or less frequently depending on the activity they're doing and infants blink less than adults! Our blog post covers more trivia about blinking and how it benefits your vision. https://visionsource.com/blog/the-importance-of-blinking/

Prioritizing your eye care can help you maintain healthy vision! California Oaks Vision Center of Optometry suggests regular eye exams or giving us a call at (951) 677-5144 if you have concerns about your eyes!

How long has it been since your last check-up? Give us a call at (951) 677-5144 to set up your appointment today!

When it comes to eye care, prevention is the best treatment! Give us a call at (951) 677-5144 to schedule your eye appointment today and check out our blog post to learn why regular eye exams are so important! https://visionsource.com/blog/why-eye-exams/

Did you know babies have to learn how to see much like they have to learn how to walk? Learn more about vision development in babies by checking out our blog post here: http://bit.ly/healthy-vision-development

Did you know that there is a rare form of color blindness called monochromacy which causes people to see everything in shades of gray? Click here to learn more about the many forms of color blindness: visionsource.com/blog/what-does-being-colorblind-mean/

This month is National Eye Care Month. What are you doing this year to take better care of your vision?

What is your preferred style of frame? Do you prefer classic or funky frames? Let us know in the comments!

Take care of your glasses as scratches or smudges can increase the amount of condensation that builds up on your lenses! Polishing your lenses with anti-fog wipes or bar soap can temporarily prevent fogging as well.

Give yourself the gift of better vision by getting regular eye exams! Eye exams can help prevent and treat minor eye problems before they grow worse.

Cold winter weather can cause your eyes to dry out or swell! Be sure to drink lots of water to properly care for your eyes and give us a call at (951) 677-5144 if you are experiencing extreme eye pain.

Everyone has questions about their eyesight. Check out this blog post for frequently asked questions our patients ask us. If you have any more questions, give us a call at (951) 677-5144. visionsource.com/blog/a-quick-round-of-optometry-faqs/

Did you know that your eyeballs stay the same size for your entire life?

Don't let your FSA benefits go to waste! Use them up before the end of the year! Give us a call at (951) 677-5144 to schedule an appointment before the end of the year or buy some new glasses.

Did you know that roughly 1 in 10 children's eye injuries that end up in the ER are caused by toys? Use caution when choosing children's gifts! https://visionsource.com//are-your-childrens-toys-eye-safe/

Did you know that you see better when you're scared? The flight or fight response in your brain causes your pupils to dilate and take in more light than usual.

Much like glasses, not all contacts are the same. If you're interested in learning more about the different kinds of contact lenses you can give us a call at (951) 677-5144 or read our blog post about it! http://bit.ly/types-of-contact-lenses

Want to take steps towards protecting your vision? Be sure to schedule regular eye exams, know your family's eye disease history, and eat healthily. Take a peek at our blog post for more tips! http://bit.ly/tips-to-protect-your-sight

California Oaks Vision Center of Optometry wants to know how you all are decorating for Halloween this year! Try putting a white pumpkin inside of a regular pumpkin for a spooky jack-o-lantern that always has it's eye on you!

Colored contacts may be fun, but non-prescription contacts can damage your eyes! Give us a call at (951) 677-5144 to learn more about safe colored contact options and check out our blog post for more information. http://bit.ly/costumecontacts

Are you experiencing frequent eye fatigue? Sounds like it's time for glasses! Check out our blog post for 9 other signs that you could benefit from glasses. https://visionsource.com/blog/10-signs-glasses/

Simple daily habits help preserve your lenses so you can depend on them for longer periods of time! Read our blog post if you're interested in learning more about lense maintenance for your glasses and contacts. https://visionsource.com/blog/lens-care-tips/

Three tips to lessen your fall allergies: 1. Don't overuse eye drops 2. Don't rub your eyes since it creates more itch and can cause infection. 3. Keep windows closed to lessen the pollen around you... If you're suffering from seasonal allergies, give us a call at (951) 677-5144!

Don't let a lack of sleep compromise your eye health! During sleep, your body replenishes the supply of natural tears that keep them feeling hydrated.

California Oaks Vision Center of Optometry recommends you clean your lenses regularly! Use warm water and a drop of dish detergent, then dry with a clean, soft cotton cloth and your glasses will be ready to wear.

Did you know the human eye can focus faster than most cameras? Our eyes can adjust as we focus on varying brightness, angles, and distances.

Suffer from digital eye strain? Try a pair of blue-light glasses, dim your surrounding lights, and position your device with sufficient distance from your eyes. Check out our blog post for more digital eye strain tips! https://visionsource.com//are-your-devices-giving-you-eye/

Did you know tears help protect your eyes from infection? Every time you blink, a thin layer of tears called a tear film spreads across the surface of your cornea (the clear outer layer of the eye).