After careful consideration and in response to evolving patient needs, we have decided to focus on our medical and surgical eye care services. As such, we will be discontinuing our contact lens services. These changes will be effective March 1st, 2024. ...

Eye makeup comes in many forms: eyeshadow, mascara, eyeliner pencils, liquid eyeliner, and more. Each of them touches the sensitive areas around the eye whenever you use them, and this introduces a lot of bacteria to the makeup. Over time, that bacteria grows and can spread to your eye.

Ideally, you should replace your eye makeup before it gets to...

Sometimes it is really obvious that you need to get corrective eyewear like glasses or contacts. During these instances, you are likely squinting to see things clearly, which not only you notice but those around you do, too. However, do you know what other signs there are that you may be...

Are prescription sunglasses a good idea?

You may sometimes find yourself driving down the road, sun shining in your eyes, as you search in...

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The screen of a computer is difficult to look at for extended periods of time. Everyone likely knows they need to take a break now and again to rest their eyes. However, that is not the only thing you can do to help protect your eyes when you need to sit in front of a computer all...

If you've worn contact lenses for years, you might think that you know everything there is to know about them. However, many contact wearers make some major mistakes. Here we list four mistakes people make when wearing...

When spring rolls around, so does the influx of pollen. Flower and tree pollen levels increase and can trigger a massive onset of allergies. If you suffer from either of these allergies then you know that…

Oops, you forgot to take those fish oil supplements. That's why my eyes feel dry. You've been wearing your two-week contact lenses for over a month. Hey, no wonder my eyes are irritated. You tried to save on prescription glasses so you bought cheaters over the...

We are proud to announce that we are the only clinic in Oregon with the iDesign imaging system! The iDesign is what captures a detailed picture of your eye for your...

Are you living with headaches and aren't sure about the cause? If so, ask yourself when you last saw your eye doctor. Uncorrected or undetected vision problems could be the source of your problems.

Eyestrain occurs when the muscles of your eye are required to work harder than usual. This can result in eyes that are...

If you are not looking forward to the prospect of having cataracts when you are older, now is the time to take control of your health. How you eat can greatly influence your risk of getting cataracts, according to the experts. The higher the amount of antioxidants that you consume on a daily basis, the...

In the winter months, driving is more hazardous. According to the National Safety Council, traffic deaths triple at night.

Darkness affects peripheral (side) vision, depth perception, color recognition, and more. A driver's age and energy level can also be factors. The older the driver, the more light is required to...

As we put away the golf clubs and bikes for the season and bring out the skis in preparation for snow, we excitedly plan adventures for winter. Are you one of the many Central Oregonian snow enthusiasts who still wears glasses? If so, you're probably familiar with the seasonal struggle to find eye protection that...

Regardless of how many carrots you eat, your vision is likely to diminish with age. It's a fact of life.

Fortunately, cataract surgery can vastly improve vision and preserve your range of activities. When a patient has cataract surgery, the cloudy lens that is causing vision problems is replaced with...

It’s summer, school's out, and outdoor vacations are starting. Because wearing sunglasses is vital to the preservation of your sight, we are reminding you again to put on eye protection whenever you go outdoors.

Regardless of your age, ultraviolet (UV) radiation can damage various parts of the eye and also the skin...

As we gear up to spend the next few months outdoors enjoying the sunshine, remember that UV protection is an important part of maintaining healthy eyes. UV rays can contribute to cataracts, cancers of the eye, macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy and pterygiums (a growth on the conjunctiva).

Many Americans know that UV rays can damage the skin but are still unaware that extended exposure to the sun can also...

Last month Dr. Ida Alul and her daughter raised money to purchase protective field glasses for a relative's Army unit that is stationed overseas. InFocus Eye Care is proud to support our troops. Below is an excerpt of the unit's newsletter highlighting "Operation Ordnance Optics". Thank you to everyone in our community who contributed to this great cause!

If you are an active swimmer, bicyclist or other summer sport enthusiast, you likely know that glasses can be a hassle when participating in summer activities. Bladeless LASIK or contact lenses may be the solution for you to be less dependent on glasses this summer!

Celebrate with your graduate by giving the gift of sight! LASIK eye surgery is a gift that will make a positive impact and will last a lifetime.

Whether graduating from high school or college, students are embarking on a new adventure in life. LASIK will allow them to view their new world through clear vision. LASIK can also instill...