Can I use any contact lens solutions or fluids for my lenses?
No. Always discuss your solutions with your Optometrist if you are thinking of changing types. It is quite possible to change from one brand of multipurpose solution to another, however, it is not wise to change from a multipurpose solution to a peroxide type where neutralization is required. Many contact lens wearers have made the mistake of using 3% hydrogen peroxide as a multipurpose solution.
 
My close-up vision is not as good as it used to be - is this normal?
Yes - this change in your near vision focus happens to everyone and is called Presbyopia. The effect of presbyopia is similar to that of longsightedness, but they are not the same. See Lingo for more information.
 
Do you stock children's' frames?
Yes. Ask about our Fisher designer children frames. Remember to buy your child a frame that fits snugly, but has room for lengthening of its temples and is not too narrow. This way the frame can be readjusted to match your child's facial growth.
 
What is LASIK surgery?
LASIK stands for Laser In Situ Keratomileusis. It is a form of refractive surgery, which corrects near or far-sightedness and Astigmatism. It cannot correct Presbyopia, but treatment is sometimes aimed at leaving one eye slightly short-sighted in order to account for this condition. For more information on presbyopia, see our Optical Terms section. LASIK can only be performed by an eye surgeon.
 
What does the eye exam involve?
An Eye Exam allows the Optometrist to:
  • Determine any relevant prescription for your eyes (far or Near-sighted, Astigmatism, Presbyopia)
  • Check that the muscles of the eyes work together
  • Check your Eye Health and screen for any associated general health problems
  • Perform any further testing as deemed necessary like Eye Pressures, Visual Fields, Color Vision or Pupil Dilation
 
 
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Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act

This act describes how optometric and medical information about you may be used and disclosed, and how you can access the information. The privacy of your information is very importnat to us. The following is a synopsis of our office policy. A very detailed notice will be posted in our office or will be mailed to you at your request:

  • We will use your health care information to treat you.
  • We may disclose your information to other health care providers for the purpose of treatment.
  • We will use your information to receive payment for products or services.
  • We may call or write to remind you of appointments or available services or products. We may leave a message on your answering machine.
  • We will not make any other uses or disclosures of your information unless you sign a written authorization form.
  • When you visit our office you will be given an opportunity to read our detailed policy or be given a brief explanation before you sign any of our forms.

Please contact our office if you have any question.

 
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