Almaden Eyes Optometry

08/07/2026

👓 Kids’ eyes grow, too. And sometimes, their prescriptions grow right along with them.
Myopia (nearsightedness) often progresses as kids grow, but stronger glasses aren’t the only option.

Myopia management can help slow progression and protect your child’s long-term eye health. The goal isn’t just clearer vision today. It’s helping protect their vision and eye health for the future. If your child’s prescription seems to get stronger every year, ask us whether myopia management may be right for them.

📍 Almaden Eyes Optometry | San Jose, CA
📞 Schedule a consultation 408-997-6800

07/24/2026

07/03/2026

02/06/2026

Happy Friday 😃

Step into our dry eye suite and let your eyes (and skin) unwind. This is where medical care meets spa-level comfort.

✨ IPL Therapy calms inflammation, reduces redness, and restores healthier oil flow—so your eyes feel less dry and irritated, while the skin around them looks clearer and more even-toned.
✨ Red Light Therapy boosts circulation and collagen, helping soothe tired eyes and support a brighter, more refreshed appearance.
✨ Meiboflo® gently clears blocked oil glands, improving tear quality for lasting comfort and that “my eyes finally feel normal again” relief.

Because feeling good and looking refreshed should go hand in hand. Kick back—we’ve got your eyes covered.

01/27/2026

Myth vs. Fact: Childhood Myopia

❌ Myth: Kids will outgrow nearsightedness
✔️ Fact: Myopia usually progresses through the teen years without intervention

❌ Myth: Glasses make myopia worse
✔️ Fact: Glasses correct vision, but they don’t slow eye growth

❌ Myth: Screen time is the only cause
✔️ Fact: Genetics, eye growth, and limited outdoor time all play a role

Is Myopia Management right for your child?

Not every child needs treatment—but every child deserves careful monitoring.

A myopia consultation allows us to:
• Track eye growth over time
• Understand risk factors
• Discuss options if intervention is appropriate

If you’ve noticed frequent prescription changes, we’re here to help you navigate next steps with clarity and confidence.

11/07/2025

👓 Slow Down Myopia, See The Future Clearly.
Meet Stellest™ lenses — glasses that actually help slow the progression of nearsightedness in kids.

✅ Studies show reduced myopia progression by 71%
✅ This can, in turn, reduce risk of eye conditions such as retinal detachment and glaucoma in the future.
✅ Comfortable, easy adaptation — 90% adapt within days
✅ If your child wears glasses or spends lots of time on screens, this could be a game-changer.

Available NOW at our office — come see the difference!

10/10/2025

📊 The science of red-light therapy is shining bright!

Recent clinical studies show that low-level red-light (photobiomodulation) can:
• Relieve symptoms of dry eye and improve tear film quality
• Support meibomian gland health
• Show early promise in slowing dry macular degeneration

By stimulating your cells’ mitochondria — the “energy centers” — red light promotes natural repair and reduces inflammation. Red ligh therapy is a safe, non-invasive treatment backed by growing research.

✨ Ask us if red-light therapy could be right for you.

09/25/2025

When your own doctor hops in the exam chair. Dr. Annie giving Dr. Vu an IPL treatment, because we only use the technology we believe in for ourselves and for your patients!

05/23/2025

As you are enjoying your Memorial Day Weekend, please remember to give your eyes some love!

Sunglasses shield your eyes and the delicate skin around them from harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays, which can cause cataracts, retinal damage, and even skin cancer on the eyelids. The sun’s UV radiation can pe*****te clouds, so wearing sunglasses is essential even on overcast days and throughout the year. Wearing sunglasses also helps prevent eyestrain and headaches caused by bright sunlight and reduces the risk of developing small growths on the eyes such as pingueculae and pterygia, which can impair vision if untreated. Since sunscreen is not recommended for eyelids due to irritation risks, sunglasses are the primary defense for this sensitive area.

Wearing sunglasses is the easiest way to keep your eyes healthy and happy!