Vivid Vision Care

Our office will be closed for the Labor Day holiday. Enjoy the weekend!

IPL targets the root cause of Ocular Surface Disease, often linked to meibomian gland dysfunction. Schedule a consultation today!

IPL therapy may be the solution you need! Schedule a consultation with Dr. Barrett to determine if IPL is right for you!

We're honored to receive such kind words from our patients! 😊 Book your appointment now to experience top notch eyecare!

IPL, or Intense Pulsed Light therapy is a breakthrough treatment for Ocular Surface Disease! IPL targets meibomian gland dysfunction, a leading cause of Ocular Surface Disease symptoms, for long-lasting relief. Schedule your consultation today!

Factors that cause Ocular Surface Disease include screen time, diet, age, contact lenses, hygiene, medical conditions any many others. Schedule your Ocular Surface Disease evaluation today!

May is Healthy Vision Month! 👁️ Regular eye exams are essential for maintaining healthy vision. They detect early signs of eye conditions and diseases, helping prevent vision loss. Schedule yours today!

If you're experiencing symptoms of Ocular Surface Disease, don't wait. Schedule your eye exam today for relief and personalized care! 💧

Thrilled to share this glowing review from one of our amazing patients! 🌟 Schedule your appointment today!

Ocular Surface Disease (also known as Dry Eye disease or Dysfunctional Tear Syndrome) is a chronic, progressive condition affecting the front surface of the eye and requires careful monitoring and adherence to treatment protocols to protect eye health and preserve vision. Schedule your Ocular Surface Disease evaluation today!

Santa came early to Vivid Vision Care!✨

We are thrilled to introduce our new technology, iLight Pro - a breakthrough treatment for ocular surface disease!

This technology treats chronic dry eyes & some styes, improves tear gland function, reduces inflammation, produces new collagen & tightens skin, improves lid function, and reduces appearance of fine lines & wrinkles!

Visit our website or give us a call to schedule an appointment!

Looking for the perfect holiday gift? Give the gift of clean eyes!!

Come in and speak with Dr. Barrett about which products are right for you and your loved ones!

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We are excited to announce that we will soon be accepting United Health Care insurance, including UMR plans! Schedule an appointment with that insurance in the new year now!
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Does the dry winter air have your eyes feeling dry? Gritty? Crusty? Do your eyes water anytime you enter a store or building when you are blasted with that dry heater air?

We can help! We care the line of products we love eyes. They've got your eye comfort needs covered! From Cleansers to creams, and scrubbers to rollers!

Which products would be best for you? Schedule an eye exam with Dr. Barrett to see what underlying problems are causing your symptoms. www.vividvisioncare.com

Need more info? visit https://www.weloveeyes.com/ to see the whole line of products, ingredients and directions for use.

For those who didn't get an eye exam from Santa this holiday season, We have a few last minute openings left! Get in fast and use those insurance benefits!

Schedule online! www.vividvisioncare.com

HELP! Dr. Barrett's rescue pup Stella is no longer amused by our punny eye joke!

What should be our next eye joke at the clinic?

We apologize for the inconvenience, our office will be closed today due to weather.

Going all out for Halloween this year? Make sure to come see Dr. Barrett at Vivid Vision Care for a prescription for the contact lenses to complete your costume. We prescribe Gothika brand contacts, and will get the lenses before Halloween if ordered by October 16th!

When contacts aren't fit and prescribed by professionals, major infections and complications can occur.

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Many misconceptions exist about sun protection for your eyes. Keep these tips in mind:

"Not all sunglasses block 100 percent of UV rays
If you're unsure about the level of UV protection your sunglasses provide, ask your optician for an evaluation. Many eye care professionals have instruments that can measure the amount of UV radiation your lenses block.

Remember to wear sunglasses even when you're in the shade
Although shade reduces your UV and HEV exposure to some degree, your eyes still will be exposed to UV rays reflected from buildings, roadways and other surfaces.

Sunglasses are needed year-round
Sunglasses also are important in winter, because fresh snow can reflect 80 percent of UV rays, nearly doubling your overall exposure to solar UV radiation. If you ski or snowboard, choosing the right lenses is essential for adequate UV protection on the slopes.

Even if your contact lenses block UV rays, you still need sunglasses
UV-blocking contacts shield only the part of your eye under the lens. UV rays still can damage your eyelids and other tissues not covered by the lens. Wearing sunglasses protects these delicate tissues and the skin around your eyes from UV damage.

If you have dark skin and eyes, you still need to wear sunglasses
Although dark skin colour may give you a lower risk of skin cancer from UV radiation, your risk of eye damage from UV rays is the same as that of someone with fair skin." - All About Vision

Also, the UV protection doesn't depend on darkness of the lenses or specific color of lenses. You can get the same UV protection from a light pink lens, a very darkly tinted lens, or a polarized lens.

Everyone enjoys a sunny day. But be safe and make sure you have the right sunglasses to shield your eyes from the sun's harmful UV rays." - All About Vision

Schedule your eye exam today! www.vividvisioncare.com

Let's Talk Sunglasses!!

To best protect your eyes from the sun's harmful rays, always wear good quality sunglasses when you are outdoors.

Look for sunglasses that block 100 percent of all UV rays. Your optician can help you choose the best sunglass lenses for your needs.

To protect as much of the delicate skin around your eyes as possible, try at least one pair of sunglasses with large lenses or a close-fitting wraparound style.

Depending on your outdoor lifestyle, you also may want to explore performance sunglasses or sport sunglasses.

The amount of UV protection sunglasses provide is unrelated to the color and darkness of the lenses.

For example, a light amber-colored lens can provide the same UV protection as a dark grey lens. Your optician can verify that the lenses you choose provide 100 percent UV protection.

In addition to sunglasses, wearing a wide-brimmed hat on sunny days can reduce your eyes' exposure to UV by up to 50 percent.

Schedule your next eye exam today!

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Hey Parents, Children need UV protection, too!

"The risk of damage to our eyes and skin from solar UV radiation is cumulative — meaning the danger continues to grow the more time you spend in sunlight throughout your lifetime.

With this in mind, it's especially important for kids to protect their eyes from the sun. Children generally spend much more time outdoors than adults.

In fact, some experts say that because children tend to spend significantly more time outdoors than most adults, up to half of a person's lifetime exposure to UV radiation can occur by age 18.

Also, children are more susceptible to eye damage from UV rays because the lens inside a child's eye is clearer than an adult lens, enabling more UV to pe*****te deep into the eye.

Make sure your children's eyes are protected from the sun with good quality sunglasses or photochromic lenses when they go outdoors. Also, encourage your child to wear a hat on sunny days to further reduce UV exposure." - All About Vision

Schedule your child's eye exam today at www.vividvisioncare.com

Vivid Vision Care updated their business hours.

July is UV Safety month!

"Summertime often means long hours in the sun. Most of us remember to protect our skin by applying sunblock, but don't forget that your eyes need protection as well. It is important to start wearing proper eye protection at an early age to shield your eyes from years of ultraviolet exposure.

Too much exposure to UV light raises your risk of eye diseases and other problems. Here are a few of the eye conditions you can avoid by wearing sunglasses:

Cataracts and eye cancers can take years to develop. Each time you bask in the sun without eye protection, you increase your risk of serious disease. Babies and children need to wear hats and sunglasses for this very reason. People of all ages should take precautions whenever they are outdoors.

Growths on the eye, such as pterygium, can show up in our teens or 20s. Surfers, skiers, fishermen, farmers and others who spend long hours under the midday sun or near rivers, oceans and mountains are at risk.

Snow blindness, a form of photokeratitis, can quickly develop after exposure to UV reflections off of snow, ice, sand or water." - American Academy of Ophthalmology.

The good thing is that there are a few very easy ways to protect those peepers! Sunglasses and hats are so easy and provide great protection!

Schedule your eye exam today, and we can check your eyes for any signs of UV damage.

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