Posts by Dr. Hernandez

What exactly is color blindness? It typically doesn’t mean that you can’t see any color at all, it just means that you see colors a little differently than non-colorblind individuals. It usually runs in families and has no cure, but there are special glasses and contacts that can help.  Types of Color Blindness There are…

We’re teaming up with Coach to give away purses, wallets, scents, glasses and more this Valentine’s Day! Here’s how to win: Purchase any glasses frame between Tuesday, January 3rd and Monday, February 13th for one entry in the drawing. Purchase any COACH glasses frame in that time frame for THREE entries in the drawing. Prizes…

Life gets busy sometimes and it is hard to find time to go in for your yearly check-ups. So, an easy and quick online eye exam sounds tempting, especially for those of us who have a hard time fitting these appointments into our schedules. But beware, because though these online tests may refill your prescriptions,…

Gone are the days when glasses were considered uncool. Today, glasses do much more than just correct your vision. And these glasses can help aid in confidence aesthetics. They’re bona fide accessories that become part of your personal style — so much so that many people with 20/20 vision wear prescription-less lenses just to add…

Retinal detachments are an absolute eye emergency and I have found that a lot of patients wait a few days to a few weeks after seeing symptoms of retinal before seeking treatment. Time is of the essence in these situations, so I wanted to go over signs and symptoms of a retinal detachment as well…

Have you ever seen spots in your eye or tiny strings that disappear when you try to focus on them? You could have eye floaters. Eye floaters can be annoying for those who suffer from them, but they can also signify something more serious. There is a new way to treat eye floaters using a…

Does it seem like every year when you bring your kids in for their check-up their vision continues toworsen? When will it stop changing? I get that question all the time! There is a normal amount ofchanging year to year in our young kids but what happens if it is getting significantly worse each year?Will…

If your eyelashes aren’t as long or full as you desire, lash extensions, falsies, and lash lifts aren’t your only option. While effective, with regular use, extensions, falsies, and lash lifts can break and damage your lashes. Or you may prefer a natural eyelash, that is enhanced by nothing other than mascara. This leaves many turning to growth…

I am not exaggerating when I tell you I get this question all the time! I love when my patients are curious and have questions for me during the exam and I thought I would take some time today to explain exactly what 20/20 means and why it is so important.  What Does 20/20 Vision…

Both men and women should wash their faces each morning and evening. This will remove daily dirt, grime, pollen, oil, and makeup. While you must wash your full face, you should use a designated cleanser or scrub for your eyelids, eyelashes, and the area surrounding your eyes. Below are the best eyelid cleansers and scrubs,…