Pomona Target Optometry

05/02/2014

This is the reason why people should not let using water to rinse or store their contact lenses.

http://www.boredpanda.com/magnified-drop-of-seawater-photo-david-liittschwager/

(click on image to enlarge) As if you needed another reason not to drink sea water! David Liittschwager, an accomplished award-winning photographer who has created numerous marine wildlife photos for National Geographic, has created an image showing the microfauna that exists inside a single ...

04/28/2014

EYE EXAM FOR YOUR KIDS (Recommended by Medical Eye Services- MES)

Why Should You Get Your Child's Eyes Examined?

Good vision is vital for physical and educational development in children. An eye exam is one of the best ways to protect your child's vision because it can detect eye problems at their earliest stage - when they're most treatable. The most common children's eye conditions include Strabismus and Amblyopia for which early detection is critical. Regular eye exams give your child's eye doctor a chance to help your child correct or adapt to vision changes.

Here are some guidelines to follow for your child's eye health:
Children 5 Years and Younger

Screening for eye disease should be conducted at:

Newborn to 3 months
6 months to 1 year
3 years
5 years

04/26/2014

Please read !!! Especially if you wear contact lens or know anyone who does. I personally saw a case like this during my residency training. So, believe me it does happen to more than 1 person. Also pay attention to what your optometrists are telling you at your annual CL check up. "DO NOT SLEEP IN YOUR CL, DO NOT SWIM OR SHOWER WITH CL AND NEVER USE WATER TO RINSE CL"
And please do not say that "I was never told..."


http://www.rageagainsttheminivan.com/2014/04/what-i-want-you-to-know-about-having_24.html

04/24/2014

SUNLIGHT AND YOUR EYES
Eye protection is essential: Long-range ultraviolet (UVA) and short-range ultraviolet (UVB) rays are the most dangerous forms of light produced by the sun. Over time, exposure to the sun's harmful ultraviolet rays without proper protection can contribute to long term problems such as skin cancer, cataracts, pterygium, macular degeneration, photokeratitis or snow blindness.

You should: Protect your eyes using HIGH QUALITY sunglasses and wide-brim hat when spending time outdoor

04/17/2014

http://www.thebolditalic.com/articles/4819-google-contact-lenses-are-coming-soon

By Margaux PoupardGo ahead and file this new under Google is determined to make the world more and more like real life Futurama. The tech giant is experimenting with computerized contact…

04/09/2014

http://video.nationalgeographic.com/video/news/140408-eyes-health-vin

Your eyes are tiny spheres of wonder. A doctor can find warning signs of high blood pressure, diabetes, and a whole range of other systemic health issues, just by examining your eyes. Ophthalmologist Neal Adams explains why the eye's tissues and blood vessels make such a good barometer for wellness.

04/05/2014

Great story...BUT...don't wait for your facebook friends to tell you that there is something "different" about your children's eyes. Take your kids to the eye doctor and asked for a dilated eye exam at least once before they start formal schooling.

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2014/04/04/facebook-helps-3-year-old-with-eye-disease_n_5086728.html

When Tara Taylor put a photo on Facebook, she thought she was just showing off her daughter's hair. But thanks to friends' observations, that post ended up saving her 3-year-old's vision instead. According to Memphis' News 3, the Tennessee mom upl...

03/29/2014

It is also quite sad to know that patients who suffered from Usher Syndrome also have significant progressive loss of vision. The word syndrome means that multiple symptoms occur together, in this case, deafness and blindness. This particular type of visual impairment is known as retinitis pigmentosa. These patients will experience gradual loss of vision starting from the periphery, restricting their visual field causing "tunnel vision"....and eventually complete blindness. Classic presentation of retinitis pigmentosa can be observed during a dilated fundus exam. So, don't forget to ask your optometrist at your next dilated exam to see what he/she observed in your eyes.

://digg.com/video/40-year-old-deaf-woman-hears-for-the-first-time

Joe Milne suffers from Usher's syndrome and was deaf from birth. She had bilateral cochlea implants fitted which allowed her to hear for the first ever.

03/28/2014

FSA accounts are expiring March 31st. Don't forget to use your benefits before they expire! You can use it toward your exam fee, glasses and CL purchase. Call us at 909-629-2472 to schedule your appointment.

03/28/2014

http://mentalfloss.com/article/55689/what-happens-if-i-survive-apocalypse-and-only-have-one-pair-contact-lenses

Our biggest fear.

03/04/2014

For those who are interested:
http://articles.chicagotribune.com/2012-02-22/health/sc-health-0222-online-eyewear-20120222_1_eyeglasses-prescription-optometry

Armed with a prescription and some patience, consumers can save hundreds of dollars — and maybe some time — by buying eyeglasses online. For most, the major concerns are cosmetic ones....

02/24/2014

Dr. Kimberley Pham is in the office today. She is super duper nice to kids. Don't forget to bring you little ones to our office for an exam. Dr. Pham sure will make it fun.