Clarifeye Family Optometry

Happy International Polar Bear Day! Fun fact: polar bears have a third eyelid that helps filter UV light. That's right! Because the snowy Arctic reflects loads of UV light, the third eyelid of acts like a natural sunglass.

Are you squinting more than usual? It’s normal to close your eyes a bit when looking at bright lights, but if you're doing it more frequently than before, it may be time to get an eye exam. Contact us to schedule your appointment today!

Some risk factors of developing macular degeneration include smoking, age, eye color, obesity, sunlight exposure, hypertension, and genetic predisposition. Make sure to schedule your annual eye exam, especially since early stages of macular degeneration generally produce no symptoms. The earlier the diagnosis, the better the treatment outcome to prevent further vision loss.

"It is hard to fail, but it is worse never to have tried to succeed." - Theodore Roosevelt

Ready to bring your vision goals to life? Our schedule is open and ready for bookings! Contact us today to schedule your yearly eye exam.

Macular degeneration is a serious eye disease that results in blurred or no vision in the center of the visual field. Early on there are often no symptoms. Only an eye exam can detect the earliest signs of eye disease, and ensure the best treatment results in slowing down the progression of vision loss. Call us to schedule your eye exam today.

Happy Valentine’s Day to all of our spectacular patients!

During this month of love, we'd like to remind you of another crucial long-term relationship in your life – your EYES! That’s right, showing your eyes some love will ensure your vision stays healthy for years to come. So make sure you regularly book your eye exams, eat well, take frequent screen breaks, and protect your eyes from the sun.

Dr. Marvin Poston (1915-2002) and his family migrated from Canada to California where he was the first African American optometrist to receive his training at the University of California, Berkeley, School of Optometry in 1935. He was also the first African American to be honored as “Optometrist of the Year” by the American Optometric Associates, the highest professional award from the AOA!

Macular degeneration affects the macula, causing central vision loss. This results in difficulty reading, seeing details, recognizing faces, poor depth perception, and light sensitivity.

Early symptoms of this eye disease can be minimal, so early detection is crucial in order to get treated early on to slow or prevent further degeneration.

Don’t skip your annual eye exam! Call us to schedule your appointment today.

Cancer is the second leading cause of death worldwide. Though we've had major advances in cancer prevention, diagnosis, and treatment, countless people requiring cancer care still hit barriers, whether due to income, education, or geographical location. This year, let’s “Close the Care Gap” and raise awareness about the equality gap that affects millions around the world.

February is AMD/Low Vision Awareness Month. Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a leading cause of vision loss affecting millions worldwide aged 50 and older. To maintain healthy eyes and vision, make sure to have routine eye exams, eat healthy foods, stay active, and protect your eyes from the sun!