How is the test graded? What’s the minimum score? For both eyes combined? Can you pass the test with one good eye? And what happens to somebody whose vision test score is too low? Can it be appealed or the test retaken? How does all this work?

The American Optometric Association urges individuals to not only quit smoking but also to have the eyes examined regularly as early detection of disease decreases the likelihood of complications in the future. Read more on how smoking can affect your eyes.

Have you ever wondered how people with specific eye errors see the world? Philip Barlow, a Cape Town-based artist, has created a series of paintings that vividly shows the struggle of those who have myopia or nearsightedness, the most common refractive error of the eye.

Spit and contact solutions aren’t the same. Read this to find out the dangers of dirty contact lenses. Learn more about this gross and dangerous habit that you or a friend may have!

Let’s face it, insurance can be confusing. This is particularly true when an individual has both medical and vision coverage. Understanding your insurance PRIOR to any service can help you avoid confusion and frustration. Learn more about each type of insurance right here.

An unusual white ring in the front of a woman's eyeball was the result of a rare condition. An eye exam revealed inflammation and "crystalline deposits" in part of her cornea, the clear, dome-shaped surface that covers the front of the eyeball, according to the report. Learn more by reading here.

About 45 million people in the US wear contact lenses — and most of them do it wrong, according to a new study by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Check out what you're doing wrong here!

Look at this animated image. There’s no sound, but most people who see it hear a “thudding” in their head each time the bouncing structure hits the ground. Why is this? Read more.

Do you want to be one of those people who is going blind and it hurts like crazy and you can't work for three months? Once you've got a serious eye infection going in your cornea, you're in trouble. Learn more about what you're probably doing wrong with contacts!

Have you considered purchasing cheap glasses online? Or maybe you've been tempted to buy cheap sunglasses at a mall kiosk...or cheap reading glasses at a discount store? Here are some great reasons why you should invest in quality eyewear and avoid cheap imitations.

The article discusses a simple technique to make instilling eye drops easier and less difficult by tilting your head to the side. It emphasizes the importance of proper administration of eye drops and provides step-by-step instructions to follow.

Websites may claim that they offer “not-to-be-beat” prices and convenient to-your-door delivery, but the disadvantages of ordering online are much more significant than any apparent advantage they claim to provide. Find out why you should shop local.

Discover more about LASIK and other surgical corrections for myopia and astigmatism. The procedure usually takes about 4 minutes per eye and involves minimal discomfort for most patients. Most patients heal within 4-6 hours and are able to return to work the next day. Discover if you are eligible for Laser Eye surgery at your next eye exam.

Contact lenses are prescription medical devices. Even if you just want to purchase cosmetic contact lenses that change your eye color, you will still need an eye exam and a prescription from an eye doctor. The same applies to costume or theatrical contact lenses. Watch the video on how to wear them!

Smoking is the single most controllable risk factor that contributes to the development of macular degeneration. Every cigarette that is smoked causes damage to one’s vision. Every year, on the third Thursday of November, smokers across the nation take part in the American Cancer Society Great American Smokeout event. Learn more here!

Happy friendship day. Watch this hilarious video about June and Jane and find out why fresh is better when wearing contact lenses. It will be clear why replacing your contact lenses on schedule is so important.

What is the association between the daily wear of eyeglasses and susceptibility to coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19)? These new findings suggest that daily wearers of eyeglasses may be 5 times less likely to be infected with COVID-19.

Sunshine Optometry wants to wish all those who celebrate this occasion a Happy New Year. Did you know? Our office also provides optometry services in Mandarin. Read more about this holiday.