FAQ
(Frequently Asked Questions)

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Q. Do you accept VSP insurance?

A. Yes, we accept VSP insurance along with many other popular ones as well such as Medi-Cal, Spectera, EyeMed, and United Healthcare. If your plan is not listed or if you have any questions such as vision insurance expiration and eligibility, please give us a call at 714-848-0028.

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Q. What ages do you see at Olive Optometry?

​A. Although we welcome all ages, our patients range from 3 to 93 years old. For younger children, we would refer to a specialist.

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Q. How often should I get an eye exam?

A. This depends on your age and eye health. Below is a general guideline for healthy eye care.

• Infants and children: Typically, around 3 years old and before starting school. An early assessment will help catch any early onset issues that might be present and a routine helps to track any changes from an early age as the child grows.

• Teens and adults: In this age group, it is normally recommended for an eye exam every two years.

• Seniors (age 60 and over): Annual eye exams are more important as aging naturally increases the risk of several eye conditions and therefore a frequent check-up would help with early detection and preventative measures to take place.

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​Q. Do you offer myopia control for children?​

A. Yes, we do offer myopia control for children. Myopia control is the use of treatment which aims to slow the progression of myopia (nearsightedness) which is increasingly more common in children today. According to one report, "In the past five decades, tremendous increases in the prevalence of myopia have been reported world-wide. In the United States, myopia, which affected 25% of the population in 1971-1972, increased in prevalence to affect 42% by 2004. If current trends continue, there will be 5 billion near-sighted individuals globally by 2050." 

National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine. 2024. Myopia: Causes, Prevention, and Treatment of an Increasingly Common Disease. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press.

 

Q. What should I bring to my first appointment?

A. For your first appointment, it would be helpful to have your current pair of prescription glasses (if you have any) to provide a baseline. ​

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