Most people have heard of Macular Degeneration, but often get this condition mixed up with other common vision disorders like Glaucoma and Cataracts. Or maybe you've heard the word, but have no idea exactly what it means. Since February is Macular Degeneration Awareness Month, we wanted to take the

We are excited to announce our newest frame line to Spectacle, Eco! Eco stands for Earth Conscious Optics. And that is exactly what this company is all about! We wanted to take a moment to introduce you to all things Eco here... Eco takes recycling to a whole new level with their frames. Each fr

At Spectacle, we want to provide the best care to our patients and assure them that quality is our focus. We try to set ourselves apart in our boutique-style optical not only by our style and unique brands but also by our technology and techniques that we have available. I know we’re still new and m

We are so honored and proud to be offering American Optical sunglasses at Spectacle! While they are new to our office, they have been around for generations. You may even recall John F. Kennedy sporting them back in the day. Since 1833, AO has been focused on making eyewear more stylish, more functi

With 5 generations and 105 years of optical and eyewear experience, we are so honored to be bringing MOSCOT to Spectacle Optometry! We know you are going to absolutely swoon over these classic styles with a rich history. We met with MOSCOT this week and not only learned more about this amazing compa

Although summer technically hasn’t started yet, it sure feels like it outside! And with the weather warming up, we’re looking at the hottest summer trends in sunglasses coming our way in 2020. Sunglasses trends vary quite a bit each year without us even noticing sometimes. Last year, the biggest tre

How I chose optometry as my career path has it’s eventful moments, but did not start quite as long ago as Dr. K’s story … The summer of my senior year in high school, I could often be found at my parents cabin in Lake Delhi. It was our getaway spot, and our family went just about every weekend. Th

Who says optometry offices are boring? Our team's curated list of the most unique and inspiring eye care practices from around the world certainly aren't. And with spring upon us, it may be time to consider freshening up your office look.

At Spectacle, we are proud to offer in-office edging! But what exactly does that mean? Basically, we cut the lenses of your prescription to fit in the frame you chose perfectly. By doing this ourselves rather than at an outside lab, you can get your glasses quicker, much quicker. In some cases, we a

Most people think that reduced vision is just something that comes with age, but just like our body’s overall health, we can prevent or prolong several aging changes if we simply eat better. Over and over we hear to eat a balanced diet and exercise regularly because that is simply what it takes to m

Glaucoma is a strange word that most people have heard of, but have no idea what it actually means. January is Glaucoma Awareness Month, so we want to take the time to set the record straight on all things Glaucoma. We’ll explain more about what Glaucoma is, how do you get it, and what can we do to

As the holiday season is now in full swing, the stores are crowded, there's garland and wreaths galore, the smell of peppermint and evergreens is in the air, and the weather in Southern California is actually starting to feel cooler. It's that time of year that we are all looking forward to that som

It’s fall which means… sweater weather, leaves falling, pumpkin spice everything, and FOOTBALL!! In our house, football dominates most Saturdays and Sundays. Although we’re mere fans, we know there are so many out there who play not only football but many other sports. Athletes are always looking fo

Ever wondered what all the fuss was about with Transitions lenses?! We’re here to talk all things Transitions today, how they work, the benefits of them, the different kinds of Transiions, and show you the best of BOTH worlds!

It’s time to get ready for those kiddos to head back to school, and their eye exam should definitely be a part of the school checklist! August is National Children’s Vision Month bringing awareness to the perfect time for kid’s exams. Instead of waiting for the report card to reflect that your child

Many people get cataracts confused with other common eye diseases, such as glaucoma and macular degeneration. While I’m sure you’ve heard of cataracts before, do you really know what they are, what we can do to slow their progression, and what treatment options we have? Since June is Cataract Awaren

Do you remember your elementary school art classes? Maybe that’s just me, but I remember my mom coming into our class (she just so happens to be a great artist, graphic designer, and creative on the spot for just about anything! #mombrag) to teach us about complementary colors. We first learned what

It may be challenging to know if your child is struggling with vision issues. Maybe their teacher gave you a hint or maybe you see them squinting doing homework, but for most, there’s really no sign that they need help. Some of the issues are not on the surface. They are more functional, development

Electronics are everywhere these days that it can oftentimes be hard to keep up with the newest technology. At work, we all need our computers and phones as our lifelines to get things done. Even kids in school are using computers and tablets in the classroom more now than ever. When we go home and

I'd like to take you waayyy back to when I was a youngster, and open your eyes to why I became an eye doctor. I don’t remember all the details of my childhood, probably due to some unfortunate soccer concussions, but that is a story for another day. Most of what I’ll be telling is from memories of m

We are beyond excited to announce our newest frame line at Spectacle. We truly believe that kids should look and feel their very best in their glasses, mainly so that they will want to keep them on!! We stumbled across Jonas Paul Eyewear and immediately fell in love with their story, their mission,

Is it just us or is 2022 just flying by! In the haste of this blur of a year, we hadn’t gotten a chance to discuss the glasses trends we’ve been noticing here at Spectacle. We’re happy to see that some of our predictions of up and coming trends last year are really hitting their stride this year! It

Sunny days are upon us! Well, lucky for us, in Orange County, they never really go away, which is why we need to be extra protective of all the damages that the sun can have on our bodies. We all know to wear sunscreen, but less than 30% of us wear sunglasses outside. There are so many important rea

I’m sure you’ve heard that dreaded word “dilation” and wondered if you really needed to be blurry for hours on end and wear sunglasses because the brightness is just too much?! Yes and no… Yes, it is so important to get your entire eye health checked each and every year, but now there’s a way to avo

We are fast approaching July, and this summer is just cruising on by! We all know that those big booming fireworks can be dangerous if appropriate precautions are not taken, but how dangerous are they really? Well, according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission reports , fireworks accounted fo

Hello, 2021! We are now well on our way into this new year, and we at Spectacle have noticed some trends that we think are here to stay this year. We wanted to highlight the biggest three trends we’ve noticed as well as some honorable mentions that we are seeing creep up in the rankings as well.

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Do your eyes ever feel dry, tear up all the time, get that gritty almost like sandpaper feeling, burn, itch or get red? Well, you’re not alone! The majority of us have experienced dry eyes at some point in time, and most reading this now are starting to feel those symptoms. So what can we do to avoi

Eyeglasses are everywhere these days! You see lots of people wearing glasses or sunglasses, can find unique styles in shops or online, and a new, trendy style is always hitting the runways. But how did we get here? Eyeglasses have a long history, and some may say they have a rather uncertain origin

With practically the whole world under stay-at-home orders, our “new normal” has involved a lot more screen time. Teachers who were primarily face-to-face with kids are now screen-to-screen and running between Zoom meetings. Children are forced to have virtual classrooms. As a way to stay connected,

With the start of spring later this month, it means that summer is right around the corner! Summer brings about so much to look forward to… sunny days, beach fun, family picnics, and eek that bathing suit! As we all hit the gym over the next few months to shed that winter warmth and prep our summer

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There are so many options when choosing the right contact lens for you. There are different brands, different sizes and fits, some that you throw away each day, and others that you replace just once a month. So how do you know which one you should be wearing? First of all, your doctor is the best re

this project looks so cheerful yet simple and easy to do.i need to print some photos!!!raise your hand if it's been more than 2 years since the last time you printed photos.... this is stinkin' adorable.i keep looking at it trying to figure out why i love it so much...…

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