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Welcome to Edwin Y. Endo, OD & Associates at the Mary Savio Medical Plaza. We are Primary Eyecare Physicians (Eye Doctors of Optometry) and we are located in the heart of Honolulu, close to the shores of memorable Pearl Harbor in Aiea and Pearl City in the Leeward Area of central Honolulu in Oahu. We provide medical-vision care for the entire family where true quality is affordable with excellence.
Our goal is to provide quality and complete "state of the art" professional eyecare to our valued patients. We strive to keep up with the latest eye care technology, prescription lenses & fashion eyewear (exclusive designer eyeglasses) with appealing trends and offer our patients a wide variety of services including Cataracts, Macula Degeneration, Glaucoma Treatments & Evaluations, Contact lenses (including bifocals, multifocals, colors, astigmatism, etc), fashion eyewear dispensing, digital Progressive lenses (Pals), Polaroid Transitions (Vantage), Geriatric, Nutrition, Cosmetic (Latisse) and , allergy Red eyes, chronic Dry eyes (punctal plugs, Restasis, Xiidra), Eyestrain, Sore eyes, Eye pain, Lasik & Implantable Contact Lenses & Refractive Surgery consultation & care, & Occupational & Sports vision.
We offer only the best, new industry & revolutionary Space Age standards in the field of Eyecare, Contact lenses, Laser Eye Surgery, Lacrimology, Nutrition and Good-Health.
Eye Care Services
Learn more about what problems can be spotted with an eye exam, what’s involved in a comprehensive exam, and special considerations for kids and contacts.-
We treat children of all ages. Custom kid friendly eye exams, myopia control, & stylish kids frames. Our Center specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of many medical eye disorders in children, including, but not limited to:
- Amblyopia (Lazy Eye)
- Strabismus (Crossed Eyes)
- Ptosis
- Nasolacrimal duct obstruction
- Pediatric cataracts
- Eye issues caused by diseases such as diabetes or juvenile rheumatoid arthritis (JRA) and other medical and neurological diseases
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What are the treatments for red eye?
Remedies for red eye are wide-ranging. Many times, rest, cool compresses over closed eyes, lightly massaging the eyelids, gently washing the eyelids, and/or over-the-counter eye drops, can relieve the symptoms. An eye doctor may recommend and prescribe antibiotics, special eye drops, or ointments.
Treatments for specific conditions include the following:
- Red eye due to allergies. In addition to avoiding the allergen, treatment usually consists of over-the-counter eye drops. Using artificial tear drops will wash allergens from the eye and add moisture to relieve dry, irritated eyes. Decongestant eye drops reduce redness in the eyes from allergies. Antihistamine will also help relieve itchiness.
- Blepharitis. Treatment usually involves keeping the eyelids clean. Wetting a washcloth with warm water, wringing out excess water, and holding it to the closed eyelid(s) for several seconds can help relieve symptoms. Dipping a cotton swab into a mixture of water and baby shampoo to lightly wash the eyelid will also help. Once the condition occurs, it usually does not go away completely, so it is important to clean the eyelids regularly. In some cases, the eye doctor may also prescribe antibiotics or steroid eye drops.
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Bacterial or viral pink eye:
- Place a warm, damp washcloth over the infected, closed eye for a few minutes. This will also loosen dried mucus if eyelashes or eyelids are sticking together.
- Use a clean washcloth each time so the infection does not spread.
- If the pink eye is in both eyes, use a different washcloth for each eye.
- Use over-the-counter lubricating eye drops (artificial tears).
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Including Glaucoma, Macular Degeneration, and Cataracts.
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Dry eyes result from the chronic lack of lubrication and moisture on the surface of the eye, which can cause minor irritations, an inability to wear contact lenses and an increased risk of corneal inflammation and eye infections.
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We treat eye emergencies. Please walk in with red eyes, pink eye, or scratched & swollen eyes for immediate attention.
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Eidon by Centrevue Retinal Exam, Canon CR2 FAF,Annual eye exams are vital to maintaining your vision and overall health. We offer the Eidon Centervue Retinal Exam as an important part of our eye exams especially for diabetics, retinal detachments, tumours, floaters, inflammation, etc.
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Sports eyewear can give you the performance edge you're seeking for just about any sport (tennis, racquetball, etc.) or recreational activity (hunting, fishing, etc.). It can also provide the safety and eye protection you need as well.
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Visual Field Testing (Zeiss VFA3, FDT, Neo2000)Measures the quality of your side vision (peripheral vision). Usually involves covering one eye and focusing the other on a fixed point in front of you, while describing what you can see on the “periphery” of your vision.
WITH PATIENT COMFORT IN MIND
All tests can be run in a way that’s comfortable for patients, without putting strain on their head and neck from holding in an uncomfortable position. -
Eyeglass Repair
Laser surgery
Contact lenses / Specialty Premium lenses
Eye exams
Edwin Y Endo OD provides professional eye examinations at our Aiea location. We'll have you read an eye chart to test your vision and do some other simple tests to asses the overall health of your eyes. Book an appointment for your exam today by calling us.
Dry eyes
Dry eyes are a common condition that is associated with aging, as well as certain health conditions. We are able to provide treatment and ongoing support for patients with this issue. Let us work with you to discover the cause of your dry eye condition and address it with an appropriate method.
Nutrition
At Edwin Y Endo OD we believe that good nutrition is important to the overall health of your eyes. Our approach to this is to include a nutritional component, along with education, so that our patients receive a full spectrum of treatment when they come to us for help. Call to learn more about how we do that.
Computer vision
From practical advice to specialty glasses, Edwin Y Endo OD Optometrist can assist you with any computer-related vision issues you may be experiencing. Eyestrain is a real concern among those who spend long hours staring at a screen. Let us help you keep your eyes in good shape.
Envision Yourself
About Envision Yourself: Seeing Well and Looking Good. Envision Yourself was conceived and created by the Vision Council of America. Our office is proud to utilize the principles and concepts of Envision Yourself to provide you the best results and satisfaction with your eyewear selection.
- We help our patients select eyewear that meets individual considerations of style and image.
- We work to improve our patients' satisfaction with their eyewear purchases.
Eyewear DO's and DON'TS (from the "Envision Yourself" Program)
- Do...refuse to look your age. Half-eye "readers" make you look like a granny. Ask your eyecare professional about progressive lenses that can help keep you looking young.
- Do...have your glasses cleaned and professionally adjusted so they don't fall down your nose.
- Do...wear colored frames -- color will turn your eyewear into a fashion accessory.
- Do...remember that eyewear has style; outdated glasses are as unflattering as an old outfit.
- Do...ask for an anti-reflective coating for your lenses. This will let others see your eyes while helping you see better.
- Do...select known products and brand names. All eyewear is not the same. Just as poor quality window glass and mirrors distort a view, so too does poor quality lenses.
- Do...ask your eyewear consultant about polishing lens edges. Edge polishing minimizes lens thickness, and keeps you from looking "nerdy."
- Do...select eyewear with the assistance of a vision care professional who can help you find attractive and comfortable eyewear to fill your vision needs.
- Don't...be afraid to wear glasses if you have a heavy prescription. A trained eyecare professional can recommend high-index lenses that can accommodate your prescription in a lighter, thinner lens.
- Don't...buy glasses that are so large they hide your eyes plus half your face.
- Don't...wear an old-fashioned bifocal with a line. You will look out of style and out of date. Ask your eyecare professional about no-line progressive lenses.
- Don't...hide your eyes. Make sure the center of your lens is un-tinted to let your eyes shine through. Consider cosmetically tinting the upper and lower portions of the lens to match your eye color and skin tone.
- Don't... go outside in the daytime without sunglasses with 100 percent ultraviolet (UV) protection. Cataracts have been linked to UV radiation, and squint wrinkles will age you before your time.
- Don't...be afraid to own more than one pair. Eyewear is the accessory that is noticed the most -- the one that frames your eyes.
Fashion trends/Colors:
Well-known designer labels have come out with new introductions along new sleeker, smaller-shaped lines. Last year, it was glamour and big, now it's closer to the eye and sexier. Plastics and metals are both strong, but metals are the most popular. Combinations of metal fronts and plastic temples look good, too.
In metal frames, the oval and rectangle are the most popular shapes, followed by squares and skinny ovals & small wires in all shapes. The best frame colors are matte-black and tortoise, followed by deep browns and deep olives. The brown family is particularly noteworthy, everything from metallicized bronzes to warm beige & copper. Leading-edge colors are ruby reds to purples, shades of indigo and blue.
There are some brights, in the yellow, celery, and orange families, especially in sport lines. Colored lenses, which we started last summer, have been outstanding, and these will continue. The top lens color is blue, followed by yellow, orange, and violet.
There's a new look in finishes: a light metallicized, translucent, or a muted pearlized, which gives a more matte finish.
Getting the best glasses
Eyewear has changed more in the last five years than in the previous 100, and with a variety of new styles and products from which to choose you can select the sharpest lenses, most flattering frames, and necessary options at the best price.
The newest frames are scaled down to smaller proportions with less weight and improved optics and more flattering, eye-accentuating looks. Frame materials include wire-thin titanium and stainless steel to sleek colored plastics and bold metals with new designs.
Lenses have become thinner and flatter with less weight and improved appearance and better vision. New "hard" coatings are better and "anti-reflective" coatings are much improved. There are eyeglasses for almost everything including sports & safety, "task" and computer glasses to swimming. And many aging baby boomers can now benefit from today's progressives (no-line multifocals) which represent some of optical engineering's greatest feats.
Really, there is so much to know and we help you decide what is the best options and materials available for your prescription, your personal needs and the best style to match you.
Fair prices. Don't assume heavily advertised chain stores will have low prices or that glasses offered by independent eye doctors are overpriced. A recent study by Consumers Reports concluded that the best overall buys were from your independent eye doctors when based on the following factors: price, quality, accuracy, and service.
Here is what to look for: Well-made quality frames. Appearance and feel are important features to look for. Should handle well with smooth and precise opening and closure of frame. Should have smooth finish and even color and looks neat. Quality names and current styles. Major frame companies with good reputations are Safilo, Luxottica, Charmant, Tura, Neostyle, Christian Dior, Gucci, etc. Not all designer names are reflective of quality. A lenses-first approach.
Your prescription will dictate the best type of frame that you need. For example, if you have a high prescription, choose a small frame. Seek current-generation, high quality lenses and coatings. Cheaper and poor quality coatings will not last very long and only cost you more money. Inform your vision consultant of what your needs are. Will the glasses be used for work, sports, sewing, etc. If you develop skin irritation from nickel, you should seek nickel-free frames. If you sweat a lot, then you should seek corrosion proof frames. Frame and coating guarantee. Quality frames and specialty coatings usually have a manufacturer's warranty (normal wear and tear) of 1-2 years. Your vision consultant should be certified, have a current license, and many years of experience.
Using Frames to Improve Your Looks
- To draw attention to eyes: Use oval frames with anti-reflective coatings.
- To make a full, round face look longer and thinner: Choose a shallow and angular styles, not deep and not round and no broader than the widest part of the face.
- To shorten a long nose: Select a frame with a low or colored bridge.
- To narrow and lengthen a wide nose: Use frames with nose pads or bridges positioned high on the nose.
- To shorten a long face: Try frames with the same width as the face with deeper lenses, lower temples and bridges.
- To widen close-set eyes: Use narrow frames with unobtrusive bridges and a darker color or detailing away from the center.