Best Optometrists near me in San Leandro, CA
33 Optometrists near me in San Leandro, CA – map location, contacts, real reviews, rating. Eye examinations, a wide selection of lenses and eyeglass frames from the world's leading manufacturers.
Optometrist
1377 MacArthur Blvd, San Leandro, CA 94577
+1 510-357-2020
Optometrist
15251 E 14th St B, San Leandro, CA 94578
+1 510-481-2121
Optometrist
1371 E 14th St suite a, San Leandro, CA 94577
+1 510-895-2020
Who is an optometrist and what does he or she do?
Optometry is a branch of ophthalmology that specializes in methods of correcting vision using optometric aids. An optometrist is a specialist who determines the degree of vision impairment and prescribes corrective aids such as glasses and contact lenses.
What is the difference between an ophthalmologist and an optometrist?
What is the difference between the profession of an optometrist and an ophthalmologist? An optometrist only provides initial diagnosis and can only treat refractive errors with conservative methods.
What does an optometrist do?
Functionality: eye examinations, selection of types of vision correction (glasses, lenses), recommendations on eyeglass lens designs and contact lens materials, and advanced medical services. Include: eye examinations, selection of types of vision correction (glasses, lenses), recommendations on eyeglass lens designs and contact lens materials, and advanced medical services.
Why do eyeglasses cost so much?
Eyeglasses are a complex optical device that is manufactured with high-precision equipment. Often expensive materials are used for the glasses. All of this explains why eyeglasses can be expensive.
What should you do before buying glasses?
Let's look at what to look for when buying eyeglasses. The first is, of course, quality. The second is the choice of lenses of glasses. Here we focus attention on the material: they can be either glass or plastic. The third is the choice of frames.
What's the difference between expensive glasses and cheap glasses for vision?
The quality and accordingly the price of the lens depends on the presence of coatings on the lenses. The higher the price, the more coatings on the lens. Coatings make our vision more comfortable. Lens manufacturers do not stand still and improve the quality of lenses.
How do I know which glasses fit my face?
It's best if the width of the frame is equal to or slightly larger than the widest part of your face. The upper line of the frames should coincide with the line of eyebrows. Smooth shapes of glasses will emphasize rounded curves of the face. To emphasize high cheekbones choose the "butterfly" or "cat-eye" glasses.
Where can I see better with glasses or contact lenses?
With lenses, you can see better, so it turns out that extra obstacles don't distort the image. Lenses don't shed dust, don't catch glare from the sun and don't distort peripheral vision-no matter where we look, the image stays sharp.
Top Reviews
Maria Taleno | Rating: 1 | Costco Vision Center
Do not get checked by any of their site Dr. They want to charge for anything and everything. They want you to pay and then submitted to the Insurance, they just want the easy work/money. They leave you with the headache to deal by submitting the paperwork yourself. Costco needs to do a theral check up on this department. lucky they got 1 star.
J Garcia | Rating: 1 | Simply Vision Optometry
Very unprofessional this is a place i would never recommend anyone to go here if you need a alternative place to get your eyes seen i made a visit for glasses and they told me it would take 5 to 10 buisness days to come in and i have been waiting almost 20 buisness days! not even a discount for all the delays!never would i come again after i pick up my glasses this is Unnecessary.
Eva L | Rating: 5 | Costco Vision Center
TL;DR: Make sure to follow their COVID precautions such as using the baskets for try ons, get there at least 45 min before the store closes, and make sure you have an authorization code if you're using insurance to purchase. Costco is a great place to get all you need for glasses at an amazing price. Vision counter for prescription glasses review: make sure you get there early! The store may close at 8:30 (weekday) but the staff starts locking everything and cleaning at 8pm. Yan was very accommodating of my lateness and helped me pick out frames and lenses for both regular glasses and a pair of prescription sunglasses well after 8pm. She was quick and efficient while also providing me the service I needed and I didn't feel rushed at all. I was in and out trying and buying my 2 pairs of glasses in 20 minutes. As long as you have an idea of what frames you want the staff can work with you to pick out something similar. Costco also took my vision insurance (VSP) and had a $40 off 2 pairs of prescription glasses offer running. However, when using insurance, I would suggest having an authorization code ready to give the staff so you don't end up making multiple trips like I did before this visit. They take emailed prescription copies so no worries if you forgot that at home. Also, any of the glasses frames can be made into prescription sunglasses. They offer a ton of different sunglass finishes and will work with you to see what works best for you and the frame you chose. Fun fact!: You get all the additional "add-ons" like blue light and UV filter for free on your lenses. Other places will definitely charge for each and every individual thing. Lenses for my regular glasses amount to $80 and for the sunglasses was $100. Frames I saw were ranged from $50-$180+ with all the ones below $100 displayed on the walls and the ones above were in the glass counter. They carried a range of options from generic Kirkland brand to name brands. COVID precautions: If you want to try the frames on, grab a basket or make note of where the baskets are placed. This is for you to place the frames after you've tried them on and so they can disinfect before the next customer tries them. Staff are wearing masks at all times and are seen constantly cleaning and wiping surfaces/frames. Both my glasses took less than a full week (6 days) to be ready for pick up. On day of pick up I was serviced by Yan again and she patiently helped with adjustments without my prompting. She's very good at her job and I can't appreciate her enough for helping me out so much! Just judging by her service I felt really comfortable and well taken care of. Definitely recommend getting your glasses here.
Ikiseh Chukwudi | Rating: 1 | Walmart Vision & Glasses
I want to report a FRAUD. The supposed return policy on glasses says it has to within thirty days of coming in to see the doctor and making payments. Thus return policy doesn’t factor in the two weeks it takes for your glasses to be ready for pick up after seeing the doctor. Now in my case, it took a month(30 days) for my glass to be ready for pick up. Upon receipt of my glasses, I noticed it was really wide, and told them and it was adjusted. Within a month after receiving my glass, I have done this adjustment twice already. I asked for the frame to be changed and was told about the fraudulent return policy giving me the impression that absolutely nothing can be done. If you need a pair of prescription glasses, just go to Costco(less expensive too). Don’t bother coming here because their after sale service is terrible and return policy is a fraud. Thank you.
Matt Twain | Rating: 1 | Costco Vision Center
Horrible. Both glasses bought. Just over a year. Expensive. Left temples of both glasses pop right off just weeks apart right after the warranty runs out. I’m screwed now. What a terrible feeling of being ripped off by these people. Never again!