If you were recently diagnosed with cataracts, you may be considering having them surgically removed. Cataract surgery is the most common surgical procedure performed today and has a high safety record. But there are several things you need to do to ensure a successful surgery, including choosing the right cataract surgeon to work with.
Whether you’re shopping for sunglasses or prescription eyeglasses, finding the perfect frames is key to helping you feel confident in the way you look. In addition, the right lenses can help keep your eyes happy and healthy. In this blog post, Los Angeles eye doctor Dr. Linda Vu offers a few tips for choosing the […]
Before choosing to undergo LASIK eye surgery, get familiarized with your options. There are several forms of LASIK to choose from and each has its own sets of advantages and disadvantages. At Linda Vision, Los Angeles ophthalmologist Dr. Linda Vu offers both conventional LASIK and custom wavefront LASIK, also known as custom LASIK. Here, she […]
We all know how important exercise is to keep our bodies fit and in good shape. But did you know exercise is also important for your eyes? Hours upon hours of reading a book, or staring at a computer screen or your smartphone, can strain the eyes. It’s important to rest your eyes every so […]
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Eye Symptoms You Should Never Ignore
Far too often, people avoid scheduling an eye exam or visiting their eye doctor, even if they experience some sort of eye discomfort or change in their vision. But doing so can put them at risk of potentially serious consequences. In this blog post Dr. Linda Vu, an eye doctor in Los Angeles, discusses eye […]
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Is There a Way to Limit How Nearsighted I Get?
According to the National Eye Institute (NEI), more than 41 percent of the U.S. population has myopia (nearsightedness), making it the most common refractive error of the eye in the U.S. With more people being diagnosed with nearsightedness, there is a growing interest in how to limit or control its progression. Here, Los Angeles ophthalmologist […]
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Do Color Blind Glasses Work?
According to Prevent Blindness, approximately 8 percent of males and less than 1 percent of females have some form of color blindness, also known as color vision deficiency. The condition affects a person’s ability to distinguish certain colors and shades of colors. While there is no cure for color blindness, there are several coping strategies […]
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Understandably, many patients have questions regarding the differences between health insurance and vision insurance/plans. Dr. Linda Vu, a leading ophthalmologist in Monterey Park, discusses the differences between the two in this blog post.
It is estimated that nearly 70 percent of American adults experience some form of eye discomfort after staring at computers, smartphones and other digital devices for long periods of time. This phenomenon is known as digital eyestrain. Although this type of eye strain does not cause any long-term or serious vision problems, it can make […]
Eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty) is one of the most popular cosmetic surgery procedures performed today. However, the procedure, which can help patients restore a youthful and energetic appearance, can also be performed for medical reasons. In this blog post, trusted ophthalmologist Dr. Linda Vu of Linda Vision explains when eyelid surgery becomes a medical necessity.