Shepard Eye Center

11/11/2025

🎉🎖️ Happy Veterans Day! Today, we honor the brave men and women who served our country with unwavering courage. A special thank you to our very own Dr. Goodman and Dr. Romeo for their service!

11/07/2025

LASIK isn’t for everyone—and that’s okay.

If your prescription is too strong or your corneas are too thin, there are other safe, effective options.

For very nearsighted patients, the EVO ICL lens implant offers a quick, painless solution. And for those who are farsighted or starting to use reading glasses, a lens exchange procedure might be the better fit.

Every eye is different. We’ll help you find the right path to clear vision.

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10/24/2025

How many follow-up visits do you need after LASIK?

Not as many as you might think—and we make the process easy.
Most patients come in the very next day so we can take a quick look and make sure everything’s healing properly (which it usually is!). About a week later, your optometrist checks in to see how you're doing, and then we’ll see you again around the one-month mark.

From there, we’ll check on your vision and healing a few more times over the first year. It’s all part of making sure your eyes are healthy and your results last. And if anything, ever feels off, you can count on us to be here for you—right away.

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10/10/2025

Just had LASIK? Here's what to avoid that first week.
Recovery is simple, but protecting your eyes during that first week is important.

You’ll want to avoid dusty, windy environments and keep anything dirty or irritating—like makeup, lotions, or sunscreen—away from your eyes. Your eyes might feel a little sensitive or dry, so artificial tears and sunglasses can help keep you comfortable.

Good news? You can still shower and bathe as normal, and by the end of the week, most patients are back to full activity.

It’s a small window of care for a lifetime of clear vision!

📞 Call us with any questions: (805) 925-2637
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09/26/2025

Wondering what recovery is like after LASIK?

Most patients are surprised by just how easy it is. After the procedure, you’ll go home and rest your eyes—and many people are already seeing pretty well that same day. By the next morning, vision is usually even better.

While your eyes are about 90% healed by day two, we still recommend being gentle with them for the first week. That means no rubbing or exposing them to risk. You’ll be using antibiotic and steroid drops, plus some lubricating tears to ease dryness, which is totally normal and temporary.

By the end of the first week, most people are back to normal life—including driving, working out, and even water activities.

📞 Have questions? We’re happy to walk you through the whole process:

(805) 925-2637
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09/13/2025

Does LASIK really last forever?

In most cases—yes! With today’s advanced lasers, LASIK results are long-lasting and stable, with very few people ever needing a touch-up.

That said, our eyes naturally change as we age. Around our late 40s or early 50s, the lens inside the eye begins to lose some of its flexibility, which might lead to the need for reading glasses—even if your distance vision is still crystal clear from LASIK.
So, it’s not that LASIK “wore off,” it’s just part of the normal aging process.
Got questions? We’re happy to walk you through it.

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09/01/2025

🎉 Happy Labor Day! Let's take a moment to celebrate the hard work and dedication of all workers who build our communities. 🏗️🛠️ Enjoy a well-deserved break, BBQ with family & friends, and embrace the joy of summer’s last hurrah! 🌞 Here’s to relaxation, unity, and dreaming big for the future! 💪❤️

08/29/2025

🌟 Labor Day Closure Notice 🌟 In observance of Labor Day, we will be closed on Monday, September 1st. We hope you enjoy the holiday with family and friends!

08/29/2025

Surprised how fast LASIK is? Most people are.

From the moment you step into our laser suite to the moment you walk out—it’s usually about 10 minutes total.

Here’s what happens:
One laser gently creates a flap in just 20 seconds
Then, another laser custom-corrects your vision in 1–2 minutes
No pain. Just numbing drops and a calm, comfortable experience.
That’s it. Simple, fast, and life-changing.

Curious if it’s right for you? Let’s talk.
📞 (805) 925-2637
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08/15/2025

What’s Surgery Day Like for LASIK Patients?
Most LASIK patients are surprised by how fast and comfortable the experience is!

✔️ No needles, no shots, no stitches
✔️ Numbing drops and an option for Va**um help keep you calm
✔️ Procedure takes ~10 minutes
✔️ Mild irritation after, but most see well right away
✔️ Back to normal activities the next day (just no eye rubbing!)

Watch the video to learn what to expect on the day of your LASIK surgery.

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08/13/2025

August is Children's Eye Health and Safety Month! 👓🧒
Learn when to get vision screenings and eye exams for children here: http://bit.ly/TF4HLt

Call us at 805-925-2637 to schedule an appointment with one of our Optometrists!

It is essential to check children’s vision when they are first born and again during infancy, preschool and school years. Screening can be done by a pediatrician, family physician, or other properly t

08/01/2025

LASIK Has Come a Long Way

Since LASIK was FDA-approved in the late '90s, the technology has only gotten better. At Shepard Eye Center, we use the latest excimer laser to reshape the cornea and the most advanced IntraLase laser to create a bladeless flap.

These modern tools make LASIK safer, more precise, and reduce side effects like glare or halos. Most patients achieve full correction—with little to no need for touch-ups.
Ready to experience the difference of modern LASIK?

📞 Call us at (805) 925-2637
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