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Located on the corner of Marine Drive and 3rd Street

Located on the corner of Marine Drive and 3rd Street

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Protecting Your Eyes

Tennis playerDid you know…

  • Nearly half of traumatic eye injuries relate to ball sports
  • 45% of these occur in children under the age of 14
  • 90% of these are preventable

Polycarbonate is a lens material that is widely used for shatter-and-impact resistant lenses, and when combined with sturdy frame materials, makes for formidable eye protection.

There are hazards of sunlight and bright light that are harder to understand; namely, ultraviolet rays (UV) and Glare (extreme brightness). Protecting your eyes from these distracting, even dangerous elements is equally important to eye protection.

Please note that Dr. Scruggs has decided to retire and our office will be closing as of May 31st.

Should you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to us at 503-325-4641