Are Dry Eyes Hereditary?

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

A person using eye drops to help relieve their dry eyes.

Are dry eyes hereditary? Discover causes, symptoms, and preventative care with your eye doctor in Solana Beach at Total Vision Solana Beach. […]

Why Do I Have Foggy Vision After Swimming? Tips to Protect Your Eyes in the Water

Posted on April 13, 2026 (April 13, 2026) by Total Vision

Foggy vision after swimming can be attributed to several factors, with chlorine exposure and water contaminants being the primary culprits. Fortunately, there are practical ways to protect your eyes, including:

Wearing goggles

Using eye drops

Removing contacts before swimming

Rinsing your eyes post-swim

Limiting exposure […]

Are Eye Drops Supposed to Sting?

Posted on April 13, 2026 (April 13, 2026) by Total Vision

A young man looking up and pulling his lower eyelid down, about to put eye drops in his left eye.

Eye drops can sting if your eyes react poorly to the preservatives in standard eye drops. However, if you’re experiencing initial stinging when using artificial tears, it may indicate that you’re not using them enough. […]

5 Tips for Choosing Eyewear for Active Lifestyles

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

A person outside, warming up for a run while wearing sport specific eyewear.

A good place to start is to select eyewear that offers complete UV protection, features lenses suited for your activities, and fits your face securely. […]

Why Are Sunglasses Important?

Posted on February 19, 2026 (February 19, 2026) by Total Vision

A person looking into a mirror at their optometrist's office while trying on a new pair of sunglasses.

The most important reason to wear sunglasses is to protect your eyes from the sun’s damaging ultraviolet (UV) rays, which are a key part of maintaining your eye health. […]

How to Reduce Nearsightedness

Posted on December 9, 2025 (December 9, 2025) by Total Vision

A child holding a pair of glasses that helps correct their nearsightedness.

While you can’t fully reverse nearsightedness once it develops, you can take meaningful steps to slow its progression and manage your vision effectively. […]

Does Presbyopia Cancel Out Myopia?

Posted on November 24, 2025 by Total Vision

A person squinting, struggling to see what's on the laptop screen in front of them.

The idea that presbyopia cancels out myopia is a common misconception because they are two separate conditions affecting your vision in different ways. One condition cannot “cure” the other, but their effects can interact. […]