Red Eyes, Allergies, COVID-19

Allergy season is upon us and we know that red eyes may give some of you concerns about possible covid related conjunctivitis ( pink eye ). Covid conjunctivitis may present with red watery eyes, but will most often be associated with fever, respiratory symptoms and possibly the lack of taste and smell.  While allergic conjunctivitis may also cause red…

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COVID-19 Update, What We Can Do For You

As we write this message, our thoughts are with you and your loved ones for good health and safety. We wanted to let you know what we CAN still help you with while complying with the COVID-19 Stay At Home Orders in place: Phone consult for any vision concern you may have In office visit…

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We Are Still Here To Help In The Following Ways

We wanted to update you on how we can support you during these confusing times. 1)   For all our contact lens wearers, many of our suppliers have agreed to free shipping to patients.  If you are low on contacts and may need them within the next two months, just give us a call as soon as…

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Schedule Change During The Shelter In Place Order

In response to the Order of the Health Officer of Santa Clara County, our availability will temporarily be limited to urgent needs. Both of our offices will be open March 17th. As of March 18, 2020, Saratoga Vision Center will be closed until the county Order is lifted. We will be reachable, with limited hours,…

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COVID-19

We are still here for you. And we are working hard to keep a safe environment.  If you have a fever or cough or any other symptoms of illness or if you have had exposure to someone with symptoms, please postpone seeing us until you are 14 days symptom free.  We are happy to reschedule…

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Thanks for the kudos!

Ali’s 5 Star Review of Saratoga Vision Center⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 2/15/2020 What an absolutely fantastic experience. I’ve been wearing prescription glasses/contacts for 25 year and have been to many many optometrists. The night before visiting Saratoga Vision Center, I had a strange situation happen to me where one of my contact lenses got stuck in my eye! I…

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Blepharitis Can Result In Dry Eye

Belpharitis is one of the most common eye diseases in the world and is a precursor of many other issues, such as dry eye disease, contact lens intolerance, and meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD). Symptoms of blepharitis range from mild to severe, including foreign body sensation, irritated watery eyes, itching, crusting, eyes stuck together in the morning, grittiness,…

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Your back to school to-dos should include a thorough vision exam.

75-90% of classroom learning involves the vision system. If the vision system is not working properly, learning can be hindered, as can success in sports and other activities, along with self esteem and behavior. Vision problems often go undetected. There are other factors in vision besides seeing 20/20. Clear vision is one thing. Other symptoms of vision…

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