Frequently Asked Questions

Amblyopia is reduced vision in one or both eyes even with proper glasses, caused by incomplete optic nerve development.

Prevention: Children should wear prescribed glasses full-time until at least age 14.

Astigmatism is an irregular corneal curvature causing blurred or distorted vision.

A cataract is clouding of the natural lens, causing hazy or blurred vision even with new glasses.

Prevention: Wear 100% UV-blocking sunglasses outdoors.

Conjunctivitis is an infection or inflammation of the conjunctiva. It may be viral, bacterial, or allergic.

Near vision blurrier than distance vision — caused by an eyeball that is too short.

Floaters are particles moving inside the vitreous gel, seen as black or gray spots or wiggly lines that move when the eye moves.

Treatment: VitreousHealth vitamins may help reduce symptoms for some patients.

Glaucoma is a disease that damages the optic nerve, resulting in progressive loss of peripheral (side) vision.

Keratoconus is thinning and bulging of the cornea causing distorted vision that is often not correctable with glasses or soft lenses.

Treatment: Rigid gas permeable (RGP) contact lenses or, in advanced cases, corneal transplant.

Macular degeneration is a disease affecting the macula, leading to loss of central vision.

Prevention: Vitamins with lutein, meso-zeaxanthin, and zeaxanthin, omega-3, UV-blocking sunglasses, blue-light protection, and quitting smoking.

Distance vision blurrier than near vision — caused by an eyeball too long.

Nystagmus is rapid, involuntary eye movement that often leads to reduced vision, even with glasses.

Peripheral vision is your side vision — everything you see outside your direct line of sight.

Presbyopia is the age-related loss of near focusing ability due to decreased flexibility of the eye's lens.

A pterygium is a growth of conjunctival tissue onto the cornea, often related to UV exposure, wind, and dust.

Retinopathy is damage to the retina, most commonly caused by diabetes or high blood pressure, which can lead to vision loss.

Strabismus is when one eye turns inward or outward (crossed eye), which can lead to amblyopia if not treated.

Bifocals have two prescriptions in one lens: distance on top and near on the bottom. They are not ideal for computer distance and have a visible line.

Trifocals have three prescriptions (distance, intermediate, and near) and visible lines across the lens.

Progressive lenses provide distance, intermediate, and near vision in one lens, with no visible lines.

Monovision means one eye is corrected for distance and the other for near. It can be achieved with contact lenses or laser surgery.

Transitions lenses are clear indoors and darken outdoors with UV exposure. They do not darken fully in the car because windshields block UV light.

UV exposure increases the risk of cataracts, macular degeneration, and pterygium. Wear 100% UV-blocking sunglasses whenever you are outdoors.

Blue light protection reduces digital eye strain and risks of macular degeneration. It must be used when looking at any screen.

Both diabetes and high blood pressure can cause retinopathy, which can lead to permanent vision loss. Annual eye exams are essential.

Mon–Tue: 9 AM – 6 PM
Wed–Thu: 11 AM – 8 PM
Fri: 9 AM – 5 PM
Sat–Sun: Closed

We accept VSP, EyeMed, and private pay only.

Comprehensive eye exam: $139 (includes retinal imaging & OCT)
Contact lens fitting: $79
Emergency exam: $120
Foreign body removal: $110 in addition to the emergency exam (total $230)

Your eyeglass prescription is valid for 1 year.

Most comprehensive exams take 10–20 minutes. Contact lens fittings usually take an additional 5–10 minutes.

Yes — we provide pediatric eye exams starting at 4 years old and older.

Yes — we offer financing options for glasses, contacts, and specialty lenses through Sunbit and CareCredit. We also offer package discounts.

You should get an eye exam every year.

This may indicate a retinal tear or detachment. Seek same-day emergency evaluation.

This may be due to infection, inflammation, or high eye pressure. Call immediately for an urgent evaluation.

A sudden change in vision can be serious. Schedule an urgent eye exam right away.