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La Pine Eyecare

We are a full-service optometry clinic here to provide for all of your eyecare & vision needs.

We accept most vision and medical insurance plans and are conveniently located in La Pine on Third Street between Highway 97 and Huntington Road.

03/17/2026

Why You Should Know Your Face Shape Before Choosing Your Glasses’ Frames

Knowing your face shape before choosing your glasses’ frames can help you select eyewear that flatters your face at all the right angles. For instance, if you have a round-shaped face, you’ll want to choose square-shaped frames that add definition to your cheeks. In contrast, if you have a triangle-shaped face that narrows toward your jaw, you may want to select large frames that are thicker on the bottom to add more dimension.

Knowing your face shape before choosing your glasses’ frames can help you select eyewear that flatters your face at all the right angles. For instance, if you have a round-shaped face, you’ll want to choose square-shaped frames that add definition to your cheeks. In contrast, if you have a triangle-shaped face that narrows toward your jaw, you may want to select large frames that are thicker on the bottom to add more dimension.

03/16/2026

Can Prescription Sunglasses Be Polarized?
If you enjoy spending time outdoors, then you probably come across water and other surfaces that reflect the sunlight, causing a bright, blinding glare. Maybe you can’t drive with the sunlight reflecting off the road. Either way, you might want to know if prescription sunglasses can be polarized to help with this glare. The great news? They can!

Your prescription sunglasses can have a special coating put on them to polarize them and help eliminate glare and clear up the images you’re viewing through your lenses. The lenses work by transmitting the important data and filtering any light that makes it challenging to

03/13/2026

ARE CONTACT LENSES SAFE?

For teens, contact lenses may be safer than eyeglasses in many situations. Unlike glasses, they are unlikely to be damaged during football, basketball, and other sports. Plus, if a sport requires safety goggles or a ski mask, it is more convenient and comfortable to wear them over contact lenses than over eyeglasses.

Generally, contact lenses are very safe if cared for properly. Your teen shouldn't swap lenses with friends or wear them longer than prescribed, and regular eye exams are important.

Remember: if at any time your eyes don't look good, feel good or see well

03/12/2026

How To Choose The Best Lenses For Your Glasses

Glass lenses.
In the early days of vision correction, all eyeglass lenses were made of glass.

Although glass lenses offer exceptional optics, they are heavy and can break easily, potentially causing serious harm to the eye or even loss of an eye. For these reasons, glass lenses are no longer widely used for eyeglasses.

Plastic lenses.
In 1947, the Armorlite Lens Company in California introduced the first lightweight plastic eyeglass lenses. The lenses were made of a plastic polymer called CR-39, an abbreviation for "Columbia Resin 39," because it was the 39th formulation of a thermal-cured plastic developed by PPG Industries in the early 1940s.

Because of its light weight (about half the weight of glass), low cost and excellent optical qualities, CR-39 plastic remains a popular material for eyeglass lenses even today.

Polycarbonate lenses.
In the early 1970s, Gentex Corporation introduced the first polycarbonate lenses for safety glasses. Later that decade and in the 1980s, polycarbonate lenses became increasing popular and remain so today.

Originally developed for helmet visors for the Air Force, for "bulletproof glass" for banks and other safety applications, polycarbonate is lighter and significantly more impact-resistant than CR-39 plastic, making it a preferred material for children's eyewear, safety glasses and sports eyewear.

A newer lightweight eyeglass lens material with similar impact-resistant properties as polycarbonate is called Trivex (PPG Industries), which was introduced for eyewear in 2001. A potential visual advantage of Trivex is its higher Abbe value (see below).

High-index plastic lenses.
In the past 20 years, in response to the demand for thinner, lighter eyeglasses, a number of lens manufacturers have introduced high-index plastic lenses. These lenses are thinner and lighter than CR-39 plastic lenses because they have a higher index of refraction (see below) and may also have a lower specific gravity.

03/11/2026

FAQ of the day:

Q: How do I prevent red eyes?

A: If you are worried about red eyes, remember to try to avoid rubbing them. This can make the situation worse. Practice good hygiene and wash your hands, particularly if you are a contact lens wearer. Some eyedrops claim to reduce the signs of red eyes, but in fact, with long-term use, they can make the problem worse. If you have not had a recent eye examination, book an appointment for a checkup.

Visit us at 16410 3rd St Suite A, La Pine or call us at 541-536-2911!

HOURS:
Monday to Friday: 8 am–12pm, 1–5pm
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

03/10/2026

Color Blindness

Color blindness is not a form of blindness at all, but a deficiency in the way you see color. With this vision problem, you have difficulty distinguishing certain colors, such as blue and yellow or red and green.

Take a look at the picture below.

03/09/2026

Did you know?

1. The human eye works just like a camera.
In the same way that a camera lens focuses light onto a photosensitive surface, your eyes focus light onto the retina.

2. Eyes first evolved around 500 million years ago. Scientists estimate that eye first evolved 500 million years ago, originally in a very simple form that could probably only distinguish light from dark.

3. The most common eye color in the world is brown.
With over 55% of the world’s population having brown eyes, it remains the most common color. Eye color is determined by genetics because they dictate how much melanin is produced in your iris.

4. Some people are born with mismatched eye colors.
This condition is known as heterochromia and is usually the result of a relative lack or excess of pigment in one eye. It is most often inherited, but may also occur due to disease or injury.

5. The cornea is the transparent covering of the iris and pupil.
It protects your eyes from dirt and germs, as well as some of the sun’s UV rays. If your cornea becomes damaged you will experience distorted vision, because the light that enters your eye is interfered with.

6. 20/20 vision just means you have normal eyesight.
Contrary to popular belief, having 20/20 vision isn’t anything remarkable. Rather, it means that you can read a chart from 20 feet away in normal lighting conditions.

7. Wider pupils can suggest excitement.
Any positive thought can serve to dilate your pupils. For example, when you look at someone you are attracted to, they will expand up to 45%. However, dilating pupils can also mean you are scared.

8. It’s a myth that liars make less eye contact. In fact, a well-practiced liar will try to overcompensate as an attempt to “prove” they are telling the truth, by making too much eye contact and holding a gaze.

9. A woman’s eyesight can be affected by pregnancy.
While hormones are raging and physical changes are occurring, it is possible for a woman to experience problems with her sight. These are usually minor and temporary conditions such as blurred vision and dry eyes and will go away once the child is born.

10. You should throw away your eye makeup after three months. Creamy or liquid eye makeup, such as mascara, is the perfect breeding ground for bacteria. This can cause eye infections.

03/06/2026

Lens coatings: Anti-reflective, scratch resistant, anti-fog, UV

Anti-Reflective Coating
Anti-reflective coating (also called AR coating or anti-glare coating) is a microscopically thin multilayer coating that eliminates reflections from the front and back surface of eyeglass lenses.

Scratch-Resistant Coating
Lenses that are treated front and back with a clear, scratch-resistant coating have a much harder surface that is more resistant to scratching, whether from dropping your glasses on the floor or occasionally cleaning them with a paper towel.

Anti-Fog Coating
This eliminates the condensation of moisture on lenses that causes fogging.
So your lenses and vision stay clear when you make the transition from a cold environment to a warm one. It may also keep your lenses from fogging up during sports and other times you are hot and perspiring.

Ultraviolet Treatment
Just as sunscreen keeps the sun's UV rays from harming your skin, UV-protective treatments for eyeglass lenses block those same rays from damaging your eyes.

03/05/2026

Tip this winter season: Don’t stand in direct heat.

When it’s cold outside, we know how tempting it is to stand in front of the heater to warm up. However, by doing so, you may be putting your eye health at risk. Direct heat causes the tear film on your eyes to evaporate, drying them out and causing discomfort.

03/04/2026

Having an eye exam could save more than just your eyes! Schedule an appointment today at https://lapineeyecare.com/new-appointment/ or call us at (541) 536-2911.

03/03/2026

Eyes strained or irritated after staring at your computer screen? 🤓 Many of us are exposed to high levels of blue light from our phones & devices which is causing eye strain and even sleep problems. This video briefly introduces 'blue-light-blocking glasses' which can make your eyes feel better throughout the day and help you sleep better!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rj9ScCg2rYM

Reach out to us with any questions about how to get relief!

03/02/2026

Can A Healthy Diet Prevent Cataracts?

People who consistently follow a healthy diet that includes colorful fruits, vegetables, and whole grains may show a decreased risk of cataracts. Antioxidant vitamins and phytochemicals
found in fruits and vegetables that may reduce the risk of cataracts include vitamins A, C and E, lutein and zeaxanthin.

Consumption of fish, which is high in omega-3 fatty acids, also has been linked to potentially reduced risk of cataracts or their progression.

Here is a sample of recent research that suggests a healthy diet and specific eye vitamins may help prevent cataracts:

▪️A 10-year study of more than 2,400 older adults in Australia published in American Journal of Clinical Nutrition found that higher intakes of vitamin C or the combined intake of multiple antioxidants reduced the risk of cataracts in this population.
▪️A Japanese study published in the British Journal of Ophthalmology linked cataract formation to oxidative stress associated with decreased levels of antioxidants in the lenses of affected eyes.

Prior to embarking on a regimen of eye vitamins and other nutritional supplements, consult your optometrist or ophthalmologist. In some cases, taking too much of a specific vitamin or nutrient could be harmful to your health.

Address

16410 3rd Street Suite A
La Pine, OR
97739

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 5pm
Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 2pm

Telephone

+15415362911

Website

https://lapineeyecare.com/

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