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We Offer Optos Retinal Imaging
Experience enhanced eye care with Optos imaging technology at our clinic. Our advanced evaluations detect diabetes, macular degeneration, melanoma, bleeding, hypertensive retinopathy, and glaucoma early, preventing vision loss.
Oct 5th, 2023
Learn about Lasik, Glaucoma, Cataracts

Educational Videos
Here is a summary of the videos we have available for your education.
May 4th, 2023

Attention stargazers and astronomy enthusiasts!

This cosmic wonder will be visible in select regions of the US, Mexico, South, and Central America. According to NASA, people across the US can anticipate witnessing at least a partial eclipse.
Oct 13th, 2023

ZEST: A New Treatment for Dry Eye and Demodex
ZEST is a new, in-office treatment that can provide significant relief from the symptoms of dry eye and demodex blepharitis. The procedure is quick and painless, and it is safe for most people. If you are struggling with dry eye, talk to your eye doctor ab
Jun 21st, 2023

The Latest in Cataract Surgery with the Light Adjustable Lens
Are you looking for the latest in cataract surgery? Astorino Eye Center offers the Light Adjustable Lens (LAL), an innovative lens that can be adjusted after surgery to give you the best possible chance of seeing clearly without glasses or contacts.
Jun 21st, 2023

Adjusting Glasses at Home: A Step-by-Step Guide
Properly fitting eyeglasses are essential for comfortable vision correction. While opticians are trained to adjust frames, there may be instances when you need to make minor adjustments at home to ensure optimal comfort and functionality.
Jun 16th, 2023

Eyeglass Frame Size: A Comprehensive Guide
Selecting the perfect eyeglass frames involves more than just considering style and design; it also requires finding the right frame size that fits your face comfortably.
Jun 9th, 2023

June has been designated as Cataract Awareness Month
Cataracts are one of the leading causes of vision impairment and blindness worldwide, affecting millions of individuals. In an effort to educate and empower the public, June has been designated as Cataract Awareness Month.
Jun 8th, 2023

Now available: EVO ICL
Easy 20–30 Minute Procedure - A quick, painless same-day surgery to help you achieve better vision.
Jun 7th, 2023

How does hypertension affect the eyes?
In today's fast-paced world, it's essential to prioritize our health and be aware of the various factors that can impact our well-being. One such factor is hypertension, commonly known as high blood pressure.
May 31st, 2023

What is Accommodation?
Accommodation is the ability of the eye to adjust its focus to see objects at different distances.
May 16th, 2023

How Do We See in 3D?
Depth perception is the ability of the eyes and brain to work together to perceive objects in three dimensions and accurately judge distances.
May 9th, 2023

Dry Eyes
Dry eyes, a common condition affecting millions of people, is caused by an insufficient amount or quality of tears that lubricate and nourish the eyes.
May 3rd, 2023

Night blindness
Night blindness, also known as nyctalopia, is a condition that can make it difficult or impossible to see in low light or at night.
Apr 30th, 2023

Photophobia
Light sensitivity, also known as photophobia, is a common condition that can affect people of all ages.
Apr 22nd, 2023

Iritis
Iritis is a type of eye inflammation that affects the iris, the colored part of the eye that surrounds the pupil.
Apr 19th, 2023

Lupus and Your Eyes
Lupus is an autoimmune disease that can affect various parts of the body, including the eyes.
Apr 12th, 2023

Making Sunglasses a Habit
The most challenging part of protecting your eyes is remembering to do it! Here's how to make UV eye protection a habit
Apr 10th, 2023

April is Sports Eye Safety Month

According to the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO), there are thousands of sports-related eye injuries each year in the U.S. Here's a quick sports eye safety checklist to help you prevent eye injury!
Apr 1st, 2023

Multiple Sclerosis and the Eyes
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic disease that affects the central nervous system, causing a wide range of symptoms, including vision problems.
Mar 31st, 2023

Going Polarized for Sun Season
While non-polarized sunglasses do offer some protection, they do not address the glare factor that can lead to dangerous situations when driving.
Mar 28th, 2023

5 Things to know about glaucoma
In addition to intraocular pressure, other risk factors for glaucoma can include age, ethnicity, family history, certain medical conditions, and the use of certain medications.
Mar 20th, 2023

What is keratitis?
There are several types of keratitis, each with its own specific causes and symptoms.
Mar 6th, 2023

What is amblyopia?
Amblyopia, also known as "lazy eye," is a vision development disorder that occurs in early childhood. It is caused by a lack of visual stimulation to one eye, which can lead to the brain favoring the other eye and causing the affected eye to become weaker.
Feb 20th, 2023

Keep your eyes healthy
By taking these steps, you can help to keep your eyes healthy and reduce your risk of eye problems.
Jan 31st, 2023

Eating Healthy Foods Protects Your Vision
Eating a healthy diet is important for maintaining good eye health and preventing vision problems. Certain foods are particularly beneficial for the eyes, as they contain important nutrients that support the health of the eyes. I
Jan 26th, 2023

January is National Glaucoma Awareness Month
Prevent Blindness has declared January as National Glaucoma Awareness Month, as about 3 million Americans have glaucoma, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Jan 6th, 2023

Office Holiday Hours
To spend time with our families this holiday season, our office will be closed on Friday, December 23rd through Monday, December 26th, 2022. We will resume normal business hours on Tuesday, December 27th.
Dec 22nd, 2022

Diabetic Retinopathy

Diabetic retinopathy is a common complication of diabetes that affects the blood vessels in the retina.
Dec 4th, 2022

Choosing your Eyeglasses
Selecting the right eyeglasses is a personal decision that depends on your individual needs and preferences.
Nov 9th, 2022

PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: PUA
Pua is Hawaiian for flower—and this style brings the elegance of petals and resilient composition of stems to Maui Jim's expanding Fashion collection.
Aug 25th, 2022

Etnia Barcelona - Sight is life
Sight is life”. This is the opening statement of the short documentary that tells the story of Etnia Barcelona Foundation's project in Ziguinchor (Senegal): the creation of the Santa Yalla Optique Solidaire.
Jun 29th, 2022

It's here! Top Gun: Maverick
After more than 30 years of service as one of the Navy's top aviators, Pete "Maverick" Mitchell is where he belongs, pushing the envelope as a courageous test pilot and dodging the advancement in rank that would ground him.
May 27th, 2022

Eating for Healthy Vision
An explosion of food-related research shows a strong connection between food and health. Yummy!
May 13th, 2022

Introducing Unity Via Elite II lenses
Join us by using Unity Via Elite II progressive lenses. UVE II provides the ultimate in progressive performance, delivering a premium personalized lens with the full complement of intelligent technology.
May 11th, 2022

Now stocking GUCCI eyewear
And this week only we are giving 25% off each GUCCI frame to celebrate it's launch in our store. (Ends 2/11/2021).
Feb 7th, 2022

Study Shows Contact Lenses Advantages with Mask Wear
A new study establishes that contact lens wear offers an option for a better vision correction experience than spectacles when paired with face masks, and doing so likely improves adherence to mask use.
Dec 30th, 2021

MES Vision promotes Diabetes Awareness
Did you know that Diabetes Awareness month is around the corner? Help protect yourself against any diabetes-related vision loss and schedule and appointment today!
Aug 26th, 2021

So you have a cataract, now what?
Cataract surgery is best thought of as lens transplant surgery, removing the old hard lens and replacing it with a new synthetic lens.
Aug 23rd, 2021

Transitions® Signature® GEN 8™: NEVER COMPROMISE
Few eyeglass wearers know that not all photochromic lenses go dark enough to provide the best levels of protection from bright light and harmful blue light. Learn what Transitions® Signature® GEN 8™ can do for you.
Jul 8th, 2021

Cataract Awareness
Everyone gets a cataract, but not everyone needs it removed. A cataract is the hardening and opacification of the natural lens of the eye. Here are some facts about cataracts.
Jun 23rd, 2021