Midtown Optometry - Ultraviolet Light and How it Affects Your Eyes
Although we know how dangerous UV light is for our skin, not many people realize our eyes are just as susceptible to harmful side effects from UV light. A recent research showed that over 1/3 of the adult population has experienced symptoms associated with prolonged UV exposure, such as red or swoll
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Midtown Optometry, Santa Cruz is your local on-time professional eye care provider. Friendly eye doctors and opticians are ready whether you need prescription glasses and contact lenses or a custom frame adjustment in our optical department. Let our specialists assist you locally.
We offer designer glasses frames, Varilux, Shamir and Zeiss digital freeform lenses, as well as Transitions and Crizal Anti-Glare coatings. We specialize in computer and sports vision.
We offer the best soft contact lenses including Acuvue Oasys 1 day, 1 Day Moist for Astigmatism, Ciba Aqua Comfort Plus Multifocal and Dailies Total 1. We also fit specialty gas permeable hard lenses.
Call to schedule an annual eye exam today with our optometrists, opticians and medical staff:
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Along with a comprehensive vision evaluation, we also use the the latest technology to screen for diabetic eye disease, glaucoma, cataracts, dry eye, and macular degeneration all at your local independent clinic.
We accept VSP, Vision Service Plan, EyeMed, MES Medical Eye Services, Medicare, and all PPO health insurances.
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