Schedule your appointment now before the end of the year

As we plan for the rest of the year, we’ve decided that for the first time in 30 years, we will be closed Christmas Eve to New Year’s Day. This will give the staff and doctors an opportunity to recharge and enjoy time with their families. To accommodate this change, we will open on select Saturdays:

October 16th
November 6th
December 4th

If you would like to be seen before the end of the year, please call soon to schedule your appointments as our schedules may fill quickly. As always, we’ve included below interesting information that we hope you’ll enjoy.

– The Doctors and Staff at SPOG
626.441.5300

Congratulations Valentino Nguyen, SPHS ’21!!

Valentino is the recipient of the 2021 South Pasadena Optometric Group Scholarship Award! Valentino was selected by the SPHS nominating committee for exhibiting exemplary character and integrity. He is described as a scholar, athlete, leader, and friend whose warmth and kindness are apparent to everyone he knows. Valentino was also one of the six seniors to receive the prestigious Weldon Fair Play Award, which is given to those students with the most exemplary character. Congratulations, Valentino!

RECONSIDER YOUR OUTDOOR GLASSES

A recent study of those 65 and older found that those who regularly took part in outdoor activities were less likely to fall while wearing single vision distance lenses compared to those who wore multifocal lenses such as bifocals or progressives.

If you spend time outdoors regularly and/or have balance issues, it may be beneficial to have a pair of glasses that is corrected for just your distance vision. You will still need your reading glasses or multifocal glasses to read.

Can Your Child See the Board Clearly?

We’re noticing some of our young patients are having difficulty seeing the board now that classes are back in person. If it has been over a year since their last eye examination, it’s time to bring them in for an exam. Not wearing glasses when they are necessary can cause a child’s vision to progressively worsen. Other symptoms of vision issues are headaches, eyestrain or tired eyes (especially after computer work or reading) and double vision.

Eyedrops Instead of Reading Glasses?

Many of you know that at a certain age, we naturally lose our ability to see well up close. Currently, there are a few eyedrops in trials investigating the possibility of using eyedrops to improve vision for reading.

The results are promising although the drops have a temporary effect (half a day) and will likely only work for those just beginning to need reading glasses. Nevertheless, this is exciting news and gives rise to the possibilities of what may be in the pipeline. We’ll let you know if any of these drops become FDA-approved for this!

Celebrating 5 Years!!

“Can I take Noah home as my personal cheerleader?” “Noah brightens up my day!” These are comments we hear regularly from our patients who have worked with Noah. Indeed, we feel so fortunate to have him on our team for the past 5 years. He’s cheerful, wears his heart on his sleeve, and is always up for anything fun! Thank you Noah for being a joy to be around!

Check out our newest frame line!

Headquartered and handcrafted in Portland, Oregon, Shwood is the original manufacturer of wood sunglasses. Over the years, Shwood has experimented with a variety of natural elements such as seashells and dried cactus, using materials obtained globally from the forests of the Pacific Northwest to Italy, creating unique pieces. Come check them out; we’re expecting them in mid-October!

Congrats Rose and Vincent!

Rose and Vincent have both been accepted into the prestigious Southern California College of Optometry! Rose just started her first year and Vincent will be starting the Fall of 2022. Working full-time while applying to grad school is not an easy task; congratulations to the future Dr. Compton and Dr. Ma!

Should I get Polarized Sunglasses?
Or Regular Sunglasses?

We’re asked this question often and the answer really comes down to preference and what activities you plan on using these sunglasses for. For those who spend time fishing or boating, polarized lenses allow you to see below the surface of the water. It decreases glare and enhances contrast by blocking out all light rays except for vertical ones. The majority of our patients prefer polarized lenses.

However, there are circumstances where polarized lenses may not be recommended such as in snow or rain, when it’s important to see reflections off of icy/slick patches. (Snow goggles are best for snow and clear glasses best for driving in rain.) Some find that the lenses are too dark, or that electronic devices such as your phone or GPS in the car is not viewable.

It’s best to compare a sunglass tinted lens against a sunglass polarized lens to determine what is best for you. You may also find that a gray lens or brown lens is preferred too.

Schedule your appointment now before the end of the year

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