Lundquist Kurt OD Optmtrst (Oceanside,CA 92054)

• What would the doctor check in an eye exam?

  The procedure in an eye exam should include Glaucoma Test, Letters on the Wall, External Exam, Lens Checks, Eye Muscle Test. In addition to evaluating your eyes for glasses and contacts, your eye doctor will check your eyes for eye diseases and other problems that could lead to vision loss.

• How to choose eye doctor if I have vision insurance?

  Many insurance companies will make a list of eye doctors who will accept the insurance on their websites. So you can go to the website where you get your insurance and then you can find out the doctor that accept your vision insurance.

• What kind of sunglasses can give 100% UV protection?

  Most sunglasses have UV protection to some degree. But if the lens is marked poycarbonate or polarized, it can give 100% UV protection. Many cheap sunglasses use a material called triacetate which can absorbs only about 40 percent of the UV rays. So to make sure your sunglasses give 100% UV protection, you'd better purchase them from reputable companies.

• Why do I have redness in my eyes when I use computer?

  The redness is caused by the eye strain after you use your computer. I won't suggest you use eye drops to get rid of it. I think the best way is to take regular breaks during using the computer, which can make your eyes relax and relieve from the eye strain.

• What can I do about tired eyes when I have much reading?

  If your eyes get tired after reading a lot, you can stop to do some eye exercises to have your eyes relaxed. Doing eye exercises can strengthen the eye muscles and keep your eye healthy.

• Do I still have to wear sunglasses if I wear large hat?

  It is good for you to wear big hat when gardening, but the large hat can only block part of the UV rays. It is better to equip yourself with 100% UV protection sunglasses to protect your eyes. Too much UV rays can contribute to causing cataracts and macular degeneration.

• Is it necessary for children to Get Their Eyes Examined?

  Yes, it is important for children to get their eyes examined at regular time. Most people develop myopia when they are young but they don't usually notice that until their vision get quite worse. Children with undetected vision problems often will have trouble with their schoolwork. So it is necessary for children to have eye exam to ensure normal vision development.

• Do all computer glasses have the anti-glare coating?

  Not all computer glasses have the anti-glare coating. But if you need, you can ask the optician to add it to your glasses lens. Then you should pay extra money for the money, but it won't cost you too much.

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