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  • Protection Against Macular Degeneration

    As a vision care provider for 35 years, I’m very judicious about recommending any ophthalmic products.  After reading peer reviewed journals about MacuHealth, however, I can confidently endorse this product for my patients with signs of age-related macular degeneration. MacuHealth is uniquely formulated to help protect the macula  — the center of the retina — […]

    Continue Reading December 21, 2018

  • Gift Certificates Available!

    Would someone on your holiday gift list appreciate a new pair of stylish prescription glasses, sports eyewear, sunglasses or a supply of contact lenses?  We now have gift certificates that you can buy in any monetary amount toward the purchase of these items!  Give us a call at 860-763-4733 or stop by for details!

    Continue Reading December 14, 2018

  • Eye Infections vs. Eye Conditions: The Importance of a Correct Diagnosis

    I see a lot of ocular emergencies in my practice, with eye infections (e.g., “pink eye’) being one of the most common reasons for these visits.  Bacteria, organic fungi, water-borne parasites (rare) and viruses can invade any part of the eyeball, or inner or outer eyelids. Conjunctivitis is the most common type of eye infection.  […]

    Continue Reading November 30, 2018

  • Protective Eyewear for Demanding Sports!

    Somers Vision Clinic now has Wiley X protective eyewear for a wide variety of recreational activities, including shooting, fishing, boating, motorcycling, racing, biking, skiing, snowboarding and other demanding sports.  Most models can be fabricated with prescription lenses!  This high-quality eyewear meets ANSI Z87.1-2003 requirements for High Velocity Impact Standards and/or the Military VO Ballistic Impact […]

    Continue Reading October 31, 2018

  • Dolabany Eyewear

    Somers Vision clinic has hundreds of high quality eyewear for men, women and children, including the Dolabany brand.  These hand-crafted frames have multi-barrel hinges and real rivets, and they come in a wide spectrum of styles, sizes and colors.  Dolabany eyewear is sold only through independent eye care professionals who maintain a professional, personalized environment.  […]

    Continue Reading October 23, 2018

  • We Match or Beat Most Online Contact Lens Prices!

    Many of our patients think they can get the best possible price on contact lenses from online retailers.  The truth is, Somers Vision Clinic can match or beat the prices of most of these online retailers — even 1-800 Contacts!   We have access to nearly 100 different contact lenses — spherical, toric, multifocal, colored contacts, […]

    Continue Reading October 2, 2018

  • Daily Disposable vs. Reusable Contact Lenses: The Pros and Cons of Both

    If you wear contact lenses, your eyes will be more comfortable and healthy the more often you replace your lenses.  In this regard, daily disposable contact lenses can be, for many people, an excellent alternative to lenses that must be cleaned daily.   There are, however, advantages and disadvantages of daily disposable contact lenses as well […]

    Continue Reading September 20, 2018

  • What if we had a choice?

    If an eye disease was an inevitable part of your life, wouldn’t it be nice if you could pick which disease you had? If you could, you would want to pick cataracts. Today, cataract surgery can not only remedy the disease but it can make your eyesight better than it ever was before. Thanks to […]

    Continue Reading July 15, 2018

  • Welcome to the New Somers Vision Clinic Website!

    We’re proud to announce the launch of our brand new website. The site was designed with you in mind and is chock-full of several useful features. It’s now easier than ever to make an appointment, download patient forms, view current specials and promotions, and learn about the many products and services we offer at our […]

    Continue Reading July 15, 2018