Eye Care Services in Redwood City, CA

Cataract surgery

Cataract surgery replaces the cloudy natural lens with a clear lens implant to restore sharp, bright vision. Dr. Philip Ngai performs small incision, sutureless cataract surgery at nearby outpatient surgery centers, and Medicare and most insurance plans cover it. Learn about cataract surgery.

Premium cataract surgery

Premium cataract surgery uses advanced lens implants to reduce your need for glasses after surgery. Options include toric lenses that correct astigmatism and multifocal or extended depth of focus lenses for distance, computer and reading vision. Premium lenses add an out of pocket fee, and we give you a written quote first. Learn about premium lens implants.

Femtosecond laser assisted cataract surgery

Laser assisted cataract surgery uses a femtosecond laser to make precise incisions, soften the cataract and help correct astigmatism. It is an optional upgrade that is not covered by insurance, and your surgeon will tell you whether it adds value for your eyes.

Clear lens exchange

Clear lens exchange, also called refractive lens exchange, replaces your natural lens before a cataract forms, using the same lens implants as premium cataract surgery. It can be a good option for adults over about 45 who want less dependence on glasses and are not ideal LASIK candidates. It is elective and paid out of pocket. Learn about clear lens exchange.

Dry eye evaluation

Dry eye has several causes, including oil gland blockage, inflammation and too few tears, and the right treatment depends on the cause. Dr. Mitchell Dang leads our dry eye care. Your first visit is an evaluation; any procedure is scheduled for a later visit. Learn about dry eye treatment.

Punctal plugs

Punctal plugs are tiny inserts placed in the tear drainage openings so your natural tears stay on the eye longer. The quick, painless procedure is done in the office.

Lacrifill

Lacrifill is a gel that fills the tear drainage canal to keep tears on the eye longer. It is placed in the office in a few minutes and is an alternative to traditional punctal plugs.

Intense pulsed light (IPL)

IPL uses gentle pulses of light on the skin around the eyes to calm inflammation and improve oil gland function in meibomian gland dysfunction and rosacea related dry eye. It is usually done as a series of short treatments.

Meibomian gland expression

Meibomian gland expression clears blocked oil glands in the eyelids so they can again add oil to your tears and slow tear evaporation. It is done in the office and often combined with warm compresses or IPL.

Amniotic membrane treatment

An amniotic membrane is a thin, natural tissue placed on the eye like a contact lens to help the surface heal and reduce inflammation in severe dry eye and other corneal surface problems.

Scleral contact lenses

Scleral lenses are large rigid lenses that vault over the cornea and rest on the white of the eye, holding a layer of fluid against the cornea. They give clear, comfortable vision for keratoconus, irregular corneas and severe dry eye.

Rigid gas permeable (RGP) lenses

RGP lenses are firm, oxygen permeable lenses that give very sharp vision, especially for astigmatism and irregular corneas. Contact lens fittings are a separate service from a glasses exam and have their own fee.

Dry eye disease

Dry eye causes burning, grittiness, redness, watering and vision that blurs and clears with blinking. It is often caused by blocked oil glands or inflammation. Dr. Mitchell Dang finds the cause and treats it with drops, eyelid care and in office treatments.

Blepharitis and meibomian gland dysfunction

Inflamed eyelid margins and clogged oil glands cause crusty, itchy, red lids and dry eye symptoms. Treatment includes warm compresses, lid hygiene, prescription drops and in office gland treatments.

Pink eye (conjunctivitis)

Pink eye can be viral, bacterial or allergic, and each needs different care. We confirm the cause and treat it, and we check for more serious problems that can look like pink eye, such as corneal infections and iritis.

Eye allergies

Itchy, watery, red eyes during allergy season or around pets are usually allergic conjunctivitis. Prescription antihistamine and anti inflammatory drops give faster, longer relief than over the counter products.

Styes and chalazia

A stye is a painful, red bump at the lid edge from a blocked or infected gland; a chalazion is a firmer, usually painless lump. Most improve with warm compresses, and ones that do not can be treated in the office.

Contact lens problems and corneal infections

Pain, redness, light sensitivity or blurry vision while wearing contacts can signal a corneal ulcer, which needs same day care. Remove your lenses and call us right away.

Pterygium and pinguecula

These are growths on the white of the eye caused mostly by sun exposure. Lubricating and anti inflammatory drops calm irritation, and a pterygium that grows toward the center of the cornea can be removed surgically.

Broken blood vessel on the eye

A bright red patch on the white of the eye is usually a harmless subconjunctival hemorrhage that clears in one to two weeks. See us if it is painful, affects your vision, follows an injury or keeps coming back.

Uveitis and iritis

Inflammation inside the eye causes a painful red eye, light sensitivity and blurry vision. It needs prompt treatment with prescription drops to prevent complications such as glaucoma and cataract.

New flashes and floaters

A sudden increase in floaters, flashes of light or a curtain over your vision can mean a retinal tear or detachment, which needs a dilated exam the same day. Call (650) 839-2020 right away.

Learn about retinal tears and detachment.

Sudden vision loss or double vision

Sudden vision loss or new double vision is an emergency. Call (650) 839-2020 right away, and call 911 if you also have face drooping, arm weakness or trouble speaking.

Eye injuries and chemical splashes

For a chemical splash, rinse the eye with clean water for at least 15 minutes, then call (650) 839-2020. Scratches and objects in the eye should be seen the same day; for a serious injury, go to the emergency room.

Sudden eye pain with headache and nausea

A painful red eye with blurred vision, halos, headache and nausea can be acute angle closure glaucoma, which can cause permanent vision loss within hours. Call us immediately or go to the emergency room.

This information is for general education and does not replace an eye exam. If you have a sudden change in vision, eye pain or an eye injury, call us right away or seek emergency care.