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Happy Thanksgiving from our office
At this Thanksgiving season, we wish to express our appreciation to you for placing your confidence and trust in us. Serving you is a pleasure. Happy Thanksgiving.
Our office will be closed on November 26 & 27, 2015 for the Thanksgiving holiday. We will reopen our office on November 28, 2015
This is how we do it… Making a Lens 101.
Start with a couple of lens blanks and a frame. Making a lens blank with the correct prescription can take 2-14 days depending on the materials used, special coating and power of the prescription. If the prescription of the lens blank is incorrect or there is a tiny, tiny, scratch…. WE START ALL OVER.
Make sure the right lens goes in the the correct side of the frame. Reversing the lenses is a BIG, BIG, no-no. Block the lens correctly, or…. WE START ALL OVER.
Trace the frame to get a pattern of the lens shape. If we get a bad trace the lens shape will not fit into the frame. Bad frame = Bad trace = WE START ALL OVER.
Once the frame is traced, plug in all the correct settings to match the prescription. The distance between the two eyes and the height of the lens placement , how much curve is on the lens will dictate the placement of the lens bevel. All settings must be made correctly at this stage; any error in the calculations… WE START ALL OVER from the beginning.
Now we chuck the lens and cross our fingers for a good cut. What can happen? Mechanical failure, cracked/shattered lens, lens can slip while cutting, the lens is cut too small … any error here… WE START ALL OVER.
Start to disassemble the frame so we can insert the finished lens. Don’t lose those little screws. I have spent too much time crawling on the floor looking for a tiny screw. For some unknown reason screws have the capability of jumping many feet. Imperfections in the frame need to be corrected here… sometimes its easy to take a frame apart but, very hard to reassemble.
Aww shucks… came out a little big. Seems to be a little too big to fit in the frame. We must reinsert the lens into the edger and re-size the lens a little smaller in 0.5mm steps. If we get too aggressive and size the lens too small… Guess what? WE START ALL OVER from the beginning.. Yippee… after a little bit of resizing the lens fits perfect.
The lens needs to be touched up by hand to have that perfect fit and finish. Almost done… can’t screw up here. Otherwise, WE START ALL OVER..
Wrestle with the frame and reinsert the tiny screw. OH YEAH! Don’t scratch that lens with the screw driver. Scratch the lens then we get to … START ALL OVER.
Check to be sure the prescription is correct and all landmarks are perfect. If the power is incorrect or the lens rotated while it was cut…. we can’t accept the lens and …WE START ALL OVER.
Hopefully, everything goes smooth (Murphy’s Law) and you are ALL PAU.
Happy Labor Day
Our office will be closed on Monday September 7, 2015 for the Labor Day holiday. We will reopen the office on Tuesday, September 8, 2015.
To Our Staff:
Generally, Labor Day passes all too quickly as the third day off in a three-day weekend. This year, however, I want to remind you that Labor Day is a time to recognize the laborer. That’s you. I would like to express my gratitude to all of you for doing your jobs honestly and efficiently this past year. Indeed, each of you plays an important role in this optometric practice and contributes to our collective success. Please accept my best wishes for each of you and have a safe and fun three-day weekend!
Dr. Dan & Dr. Tracie
Happy Admission Day
Happy Admission Day.
Our office will be closed on August 21, 2015 for the Admission day holiday and will reopen on August 22, 2015.
What You Need to Know About Dry Eye
Tears Wanted
What you need to know about dry eye:
- 38% of adults experience dry eye, a lack of tears or poor quality of tears, which can cause irritated or gritty eyes, redness, burning, blurred vision.
Dry Eye can stem from:
- Age – Those 65 and older
- Gender – Particularly in women who are pregnant or experiencing menopause
- Medications or Medical Conditions – Decongestants, anti-depressants, diabetes, thyroid issues
- Environment – Conditions such smoke, wind or dry climate
- Technology – Not taking breaks from digital devices
Here are some tips to help alleviate symptoms:
- Increase the level of humidity
- Wear sunglasses to reduce exposure to wind and sun.
- Use nutritional supplements (if recommended)
- Drink 8-10 glasses of water every day
Advanced dry eye could damage and impair vision. Dr. Daniel Yamamoto & Dr. Tracie Inouchi can prescribe treatment to keep your eyes healthy.
Proper Eyewear and Healthy Vision Crucial for Athletes’ Performance
As athletes gear up for a game, a vital component must be on their checklists—eye protection. Although extremely important, eyewear isn’t always a priority for some. According to the American Optometric Association’s (AOA) 2014 American Eye-Q® consumer survey, only 21 percent of those surveyed wear protective eyewear when playing contact sports. Athletes also need to be sure their eye health and vision are at their best—after all, a player’s vision could be the difference between their team’s win or loss.
Dr. Tracie Inouchi can recommend appropriate eye protection for athletes and ensure their vision is sharp for the game.
Liberty Optical Safety Eyeglasses
What sports are considered high-risk for eye injury?
Sports considered by the National Eye Institute to be high-risk for eye injuries include baseball, softball, basketball, hockey, and racquetball. Basketball, in particular, has been ranked as a leading cause of eye injuries among 15- to 24-year-olds.
Tips to prevent serious eye injury
To prevent injury, athletes are advised to wear eye protection that may include safety glasses and goggles, safety shields, and eye guards designed for a particular sport and that meet American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) standards. These types of protection are designed to be impact resistant without clouding an athlete’s vision. Dr. Inouchi can advise a patient athlete, coach, or parent on the best protection for that athlete and his or her needs.
UV protection is also important to consider, as exposure to UV radiation without proper protection can lead to serious problems.
“Short-term exposure to UV rays could lead to photokeratitis, also known as ‘sunburn of the eye,’” said Dr. Inouchi. “Symptoms of photokeratitis include red eyes, a foreign-body sensation or gritty feeling in the eyes, extreme sensitivity to light and excessive tearing. Long-term exposure to UV can cause damage to the eye, possibly resulting in cataracts, age-related macular degeneration, or other visual impairments.”
For optimal eye sun-safety, the AOA recommends wearing sunglasses that block out 99 to 100 percent of both UV-A and UV-B rays. Click here to learn more about UV protection.
Be prepared for an injury
Those on the sidelines need to keep an ocular emergency first aid kit on the bench so eye trauma can be dealt with swiftly and properly.
“A kit should include saline solution to ‘flush out’ an athlete’s eyes and a penlight with a blue filter and fluorescein dye to detect foreign bodies,” said Dr. Inouchi. “Coaches should also have an ocular emergency triage card on hand so they know when it’s time to visit the optometrist for an eye injury.”
Click here to download an ocular emergency triage card from the AOA Sports Vision Section, which works year-round to advance the quality and delivery of optometric sports vision care.
By visiting Dr. Daniel Yamamoto & Dr. Tracie Inouchi regularly for comprehensive eye care, athletes can perform their best on the court or field with clear and healthy vision, as well as be sure their eyes are protected and, hopefully, bring home a win.
To make an appointment with Dr. Daniel Yamamoto & Dr. Tracie Inouchi for a comprehensive eye exam, call 808.949.2662
Kio Yamato Eyeglasses
Made in Japan, Kio Yamato eyeglasses appeal to individuals who appreciate superior workmanship and clean design. Japan is known to be the source for the best quality beta titanium eyeglass frames. These Kio Yamato’s frames are not made of 20% low grade titanium eyeglasses. Look at Kio Yamato’s signature titanium “J-hinge” and you’ll see the clean design lines, technology and beauty that make Kio Yamato eyeglasses so popular.
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Protect Your Eyes
Over time , harmful effects of UV exposure can contribute to:
- Pterygium
- Cataracts
- Macular Degeneration
- Photokeratitis (sunburn of the eyes)
- Skin Cancer around the eyes
Sunglass Check List:
- Sunglass lenses that block out 99-100 percent of both UV-A and UV-B rays.
- Lenses with uniform tint are ideal
- A frame that fits close to the eyes and contours to the shape of your face.
- Children need UV protection too. Children take in 3 times more UV exposure than adults. Up to 80% of their UV exposure occurs by age 20.
Children Need Protection Too!
- Children take in 3X more UV exposure than adults – up to 80% of their lifetime UV exposure occurs by age 20.
Look Up
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New 1-Day Acuvue Define Contact Lenses are Here
We are excited about the launching of Acuvue’s newest 1 day disposable contact lens to enhance the beauty of your eyes! 1-DAY ACUVUE® DEFINE® Brand Contact Lenses go beyond colored contacts by boosting your natural eye color and creating an authentic look. Available with correction for near and farsighted prescriptions.
If you would like to enhance your natural radiance with 1-Day Acuvue Define contact lenses, call our office to schedule an appointment.
- Brighten your eyes with expressive Natural Sparkle
- Highlight and sharpen your eyes with distinctive Natural Shimmer
- Enlarge and contrast your eyes with striking Natural Shine
Patient Registration Forms
Register Online Here
Please save time and help us be green by submitting your patient registration and history information through our secure online forms. If you prefer, you may download and print the patient forms to fill out at home and bring to your appointment.
Please come to your appointment with:
- All eyeglasses that you currently use
- Your insurance cards and a photo ID
- A list of any medications (including over-the-counter drugs), vitamins and supplements that you take
Contact Lens Wearers:
- Please come in wearing your contact lenses so their fit can be assessed.
- If you are experiencing significant discomfort, redness, discharge or abnormally blurred vision, do NOT wear your contacts but bring them to your appointment.
- New patients should bring a copy of your current contact lens Rx, your CL boxes or the prescribing doctor’s contact information. A refitting will be necessary if we cannot verify your prescription.
Previous Medical Records are generally not needed. However, if you have been treated or monitored for an ocular condition, bring contact information for your previous doctor.
Printable Forms: If you are visiting our office for the first time and would like to print out a paper copy of our Registration Forms, please use the links found below. Please fill out the forms and bring them with you to your scheduled appointment.
Registration Form fillable PDF
Medical History Form_ Fillable PDF
Y&I-Notice-of-Privacy-Practices
If you have any questions or need assistance, please call our office at 1-808-949-2662.