Blog list

Family Week at UCI is a celebration of connection, growth, and bright futures. This year, add one more meaningful gesture to your visit—schedule your student’s comprehensive eye exam. At University Optometric Center, we believe clear vision is the quiet cornerstone of academic success and everyday confidence.

Scleral lenses can be life-changing—but insurance can feel labyrinthine. Here’s your refined guide to billing codes, coverage nuances, and crafting a persuasive appeal.

Myopia is no longer just a childhood inconvenience corrected with glasses—it has become a rapidly growing public health concern worldwide. As screen time increases and outdoor time declines, rates of nearsightedness are soaring. Here’s why that matters, and what you can do about it.

Myopia in teens doesn’t have to be a race to the strongest prescription. Learn how subtle, thoughtful management can safeguard your teen’s vision without overcorrecting.

Clear vision is foundational to academic success. Explore how eye health influences concentration, comprehension, and classroom confidence—and what families can do to support thriving learners.

Myopia frequently runs in families. Discover how genetics influence nearsightedness and why proactive, comprehensive eye exams for every family member are essential for lifelong visual health.

Apartment study spaces may be charming, but improper lighting can quietly sabotage your visual comfort. University Optometric Center shares expert insights on how thoughtful lighting design reduces eye fatigue and enhances productivity in compact living environments.

Video games are immersive, exhilarating, and increasingly ubiquitous — but could they be contributing to rising rates of nearsightedness? University Optometric Center explores the science behind gaming, screen time, and myopia progression, with practical tips to protect your eyes.

Light sensitivity can make everyday environments feel overwhelming. At University Optometric Center, we explore how a precisely fitted scleral lens can reduce photophobia, enhance comfort, and restore visual confidence with elegantly engineered support.

For patients with high prescriptions, standard contacts and glasses may fall short. Scleral lenses offer a sophisticated, life-changing solution—combining clarity, comfort, and confidence.