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Exposure to UVA and UVB rays is linked to eye damage. Make sunglasses part of your going out routine. Book an eye exam today. https://www.milpitasoptometric.com//the-importance-of-sun/

When removing and storing your contact lenses, make sure to place them in new solution every time to maintain excellent contact lens hygiene.

Happy #NationalMemoDay! Here’s an important memo just in case you forgot!

Making healthy choices starts TODAY! Women eat healthy, be active, get enough sleep, and get your yearly exams done! Healthy women have more energy and less stress throughout the day. Healthiness is also contagious, friends and family that see you being healthier and happier will want to jump on the bandwagon!

Happy Mother’s Day to all the mothers, grandmothers, stepmothers, and mothers-in-law out there! We hope you have a day filled with well-deserved relaxation and love!

Did you know? Your eye is made up of over 2 million working parts!

Fireworks are fun and beautiful to look at BUT they can also be very dangerous if not handled properly. Please remember to wear proper eyewear when handling fireworks and keep a safe distance. If an eye injury occurs, seek medical attention right away. Do not rub, rinse, apply pressure, or remove any object stuck in the eye. Book your next eye exam here: https://bit.ly/2YZMrpo

Here are a few ways to keep your beautiful eyes happy and healthy: 1. Have your annual eye exam 2. Exercise and eat healthy 3. Wear protective eyewear while playing sports or when at work... 4. Wear sunglasses 5. Limit screen time 6. Stay hydrated See more

Exposure to UVA and UVB rays is linked to eye damage. Learn more. https://www.milpitasoptometric.com//the-importance-of-sun/

For full UV protection, sunglasses should be worn by people of all ages year round. https://www.milpitasoptometric.com//the-importance-of-sun/

Let’s encourage all the men in our lives to stay on the path of a healthy lifestyle. Getting sufficient sleep, exercising regularly, eating well, and having regular physical checkups and annual eye exams are all keys to doing so.

Happy World Hand Hygiene Day! Good hand hygiene is the best way to reduce the spread of pathogens and to prevent infections, like the COVID-19. Join the #SAFEHANDS challenge and save lives! Post a video or picture of yourself washing your hands and tag #SAFEHANDS

Larger frames and those that wrap around provide greater protection as they reduce the amount of sunlight that can enter from the top or sides. https://www.milpitasoptometric.com//the-importance-of-sun/

Who doesn’t LOVE to curl up with a good read after a long day?! It’s even better when it’s the old fashion way meaning, reading an actual book rather than on your electronic device. Make sure to read in an environment that has good lighting, and if you struggle to see the text clearly, you may need to get your eyes checked!

Cataracts are a leading cause of vision loss in people around the world. This condition refers to a clouding of the eye lens that blocks or changes the light's passage into the eye and causes vision to become blurry, as though looking through a pair of dirty glasses.

Grab the margaritas and the delicious Mexican foods, put on some mariachi music and it’s a fiesta! How are you celebrating Cinco de Mayo? Comment below!

Find out what polarized sunglasses + UV ray damage + water share! https://www.milpitasoptometric.com//the-importance-of-sun/

Use your new benefits to upgrade to progressive lenses. Schedule an appointment today! https://www.milpitasoptometric.com/

If you wear glasses, you're likely annoyed when your lenses fog up while wearing a mask. Here are a few ways to prevent that from happening.

Use your new benefits before they expire. Purchase sunglasses or blue light glasses. Schedule an appointment today! https://www.milpitasoptometric.com/

Why do we have eyebrows? Not only do eyebrows express our feelings, but they’re also our eyes' personal umbrellas!

Eye injuries are more likely to happen at home than anywhere else. Home cleaning, yard work, or even just playing with the kids puts you at risk for an eye injury. Make sure to wear the proper protective eyewear when handling chemicals, flying debris, and dust particles.

Dry eye is treatable. You don’t have to just grin and bear it. Contact our office today to schedule a screening. https://www.milpitasoptometric.com/eye-c/dry-eye-treatment/

Scary things happen on Halloween... don't let an eye infection be the scariest! Decorative contacts are a great addition to any costume, but when used without a valid prescription, they may seriously harm your eyes & vision. Contact us to get safely fitted & enjoy a healthy and fun Halloween.

For those working and schooling from home, screen time has now doubled! Here are some tips to help minimize the damaging effects of too much screen time:

Don’t be one of the many people suffering in silence from dry eyes. Book a dry eye assessment today! https://www.milpitasoptometric.com/eye-c/dry-eye-treatment/

Have you decided on this year's Halloween costume? For most costumes, makeup is the most essential part! Here are some tips to help you avoid eye irritation or infection when using makeup:

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Billions of people around the world experience vision problems because they don’t have access to the proper eyecare & glasses. Most of these vision impairments could have been avoided had they been diagnosed & treated early on by an eye doctor. When was the last time you had an eye exam? Make sure to get annual eye exams and encourage your family, friends, and colleagues to do so as well! #HopeInSight

There are treatments which aim to restore or maintain the normal amount of tears to minimize dryness, discomfort and maintain eye health. Book an appointment today! https://www.milpitasoptometric.com/eye-c/dry-eye-treatment/

Dry eye is a condition where the eye does not produce near enough tears to lubricate properly. Contact our office today to schedule a screening.

Try these simple tips to keep your glasses fog-free! - Wear a mask that fits snugly around your nose. - Place a folded tissue under your mask, right at the bridge of your nose, to absorb the moisture. - Ask us about anti-fog sprays and wipes!

October is Eye Injury Prevention Month! Each year, thousands are affected by eye injuries, the majority of which could have been prevented by wearing proper protective eyewear & taking simple precautions. Believe it or not, half of eye injuries occur in our very homes!