8 Questions to Ask Your Optometrist at Your Next Visit

Posted on May 11, 2026 (May 11, 2026) by Total Vision

Optician helping a patient try on a new pair of eyeglasses.

Ready for your next visit? Explore vision changes, health screenings, and daily care with Total Vision Chino Hills, your eye doctor in Chino Hills. […]

Why Am I Seeing Shadows in My Peripheral Vision?

Posted on April 9, 2026 (April 9, 2026) by Total Vision

Some possible reasons behind seeing shadows in your peripheral vision include:

Eye floaters

Migraine aura

Retinal detachment

Posterior vitreous detachment

Glaucoma

Carotid artery disease

Retinal infection

Other factors, such as stress, can also cause shadows in your peripheral vision. […]

How to Tell If a Contact Lens is Still in Your Eye

Posted on April 9, 2026 (April 9, 2026) by Total Vision

A young woman removing her contact lens in front of a mirror.

The first thing to do is to check that the lens is still in your eye, as it might have just fallen out, leading you to believe it’s stuck under your eyelid. A good way to check if it’s still present is by looking at where the colored and white parts of your eye meet. […]

5 Tips for Choosing Eyewear That Balances Comfort and Style

Posted on March 3, 2026 (March 3, 2026) by Total Vision

A person trying on a new pair of glasses at their optometrist's office.

The secret to picking the right eyewear is to combine personal style with a focus on proper fit and function. […]

Can Myopia Affect School Performance?

Posted on February 10, 2026 (February 10, 2026) by Total Vision

A classroom with kids sitting in their desks, raising their hands to answer a question their teacher at the front of the room asked.

Undetected or unmanaged myopia can have a direct impact on your child’s school performance. When the world is a blur, it creates challenges that go far beyond simply reading the chalkboard, making routine eye exams for children a crucial part of their academic support system. […]

How to Rest Your Eyes: 6 Tips to Try Today

Posted on December 8, 2025 (December 8, 2025) by Total Vision

A person sitting with their hands behind their head and their eyes closed, resting their eyes.

Giving your eyes regular breaks during the day can help them feel refreshed and reduce strain. […]

How to Prevent Eyeglasses from Fogging

Posted on November 21, 2025 by Total Vision

A close up of hands and a cloth cleaning foggy glasses.

You can keep your lenses clear with simple adjustments to their fit, at-home methods, and professional solutions that provide lasting clarity. […]

Does Alcohol Damage the Optic Nerve?

Posted on October 28, 2025 (October 28, 2025) by Total Vision

While moderate consumption of alcohol has little effect, heavy, long-term alcohol use can contribute to optic nerve damage due to the nutritional deficiencies that it often causes. […]