If you’re in the market for prescription eyeglasses, new sunglasses or maybe even both, have you checked out Horizon Optical? Our optical center is onsite at five of our locations around the valley, and it features the best frames in terms of both style and quality. Even better, you can now try out glasses virtually on our website with our virtual eyeglasses try on tool. Here’s some more information.

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We’re so excited to share that our optical center, Horizon Optical, offers a brand-new feature that allows patients to try out glasses and sunglasses virtually. Here are some of the details, and how to give it a try yourself.

Posted in Optometry Information, primary eye care, Eyewear Tips, Eye Exam, Yearly Eye Exam, Sharona Optical, Horizon Optical, Virtual Try On, Glasses and Sunglasses, Sunglasses

A very popular topic among consumers today is the effect of everyday lighting on their eye health. If you’re wondering whether you need blue light protection, or which is the best lighting for eyes, you’ve come to the right place. Here’s what you need to know.

Posted in Optometry Information, Eye Health Tips, blocking blue light on computer, dangers of blue light, blue light coating on prescription glasses, Eye Health Care Tips, Ways to Improve Eye Health, Digital Eye Strain Symptoms, Digital Strain, screen time for kids

You’ve done your research, and you know you’re a candidate for LASIK eye surgery. What’s more, you really want the procedure and the hassle-free, clear vision it offers. But, there’s a problem: you’re terrified of it. Most people feel a little nervous about having eye surgery, but if you struggle with generalized anxiety (or another form of clinical anxiety), it can be a real roadblock to following through. Here are some tips to try if you want LASIK, but are worried your anxiety will stand in your way.

Posted in Presbyopia, Monovision, Lasik Information, Optometry Information, Blended Vision, Nearsightedness, LASIK Surgery Options, LASIK Eye, How to Fix Nearsightedness, Eye Exam, LASIK financing

Did you know that March is “Save Your Vision” month? The American Optometric Association (AOA) designates this annual public health observance as a way to remind people of the importance of regular eye exams. This made us think of a question that we sometimes hear from patients: “Do I really need eye exams every year?” The answer is yes, and here’s why.

Posted in Optometry Information, primary eye care, Eye Health Tips, Eye Exam, Eye Health Care Tips, Ways to Improve Eye Health, Yearly Eye Exam, New Eye Care Technology