Can an Optometrist Treat Pink Eye?

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

A side by side comparison of an eye that has pink eye and an eye that doesn't.

Red, itchy eyes? Learn about pink eye causes, treatments, and prevention with Total Vision Rancho Santa Margarita, your eye doctor in Rancho Santa Margarita. […]

Can Stress Cause Double Vision?

Posted on April 10, 2026 (April 11, 2026) by Total Vision

A point of view of a person suffering from double vision looking at a pair of eyeglasses on top of an opened book.

When you’re feeling stressed out, it could lead to symptoms of vision loss and even visual distortions, affecting one or both of your eyes, either intermittently or constantly. Anxiety, which is often a stress reaction, can also cause double vision, particularly if you’re hyperventilating, or breathing too fast. […]

How to Improve Peripheral Vision

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

A woman getting her peripheral vision tested by an optometrist.

There are many practical tips and exercises designed to help you sharpen your peripheral vision including:

Performing Peripheral Vision Exercises

Incorporating Physical Activities

Using Technology and Apps

Making Healthy Lifestyle Choices

Engaging in Mindfulness Practices […]

Can You Drive If You Are Color Blind?

Posted on October 29, 2025 by Total Vision

In most cases, having a color vision deficiency does not prevent you from driving safely and legally. […]

Can Wearing the Wrong Prescription Damage Your Eyes?

Posted on September 16, 2025 (September 16, 2025) by Total Vision

A person having their eyeglasses fitted to them to help ensure clear vision.

Wearing an incorrect prescription typically won’t cause permanent damage to the eyes, but it can lead to significant discomfort and may interfere with proper visual development in children. […]

Do Eye Drops Really Expire?

Posted on August 25, 2025 (August 25, 2025) by Total Vision

Person holding a bottle of eye drops with blurred background.

Yes, all eye drops expire. And using them past their shelf life doesn’t just reduce their effectiveness, it can increase your risk of irritation, infection, and other complications. […]