Alexander Daas is a modern eyewear house shaped by decades of optical craftsmanship — curating independent, contemporary eyewear from around the world, rooted in old-world opticianry. Since 1979, we have built a legacy of providing exceptional independent optometry, luxury eyewear styling, exclusive eyewear and leading lens technology.
We have independent optometrists and opticians on-site at five boutique locations throughout California, including Del Mar (San Diego), Larchmont Village (Los Angeles), Palo Alto, San Clemente (Orange County) and San Francisco. We sublease exclusively with board-certified independent optometrists who specialize in comprehensive eye exams.
Elevate your everyday with luxury eyewear styles from iconic brands. At Alexander Daas Opticians, our eyewear styling services carry an individualized approach to every consultation. Our experienced opticians walk you through different eyewear styles, sizes, materials and shapes to ensure you find the best sunglasses and/or eyeglasses based on your lifestyle needs so you see clearly and feel great, and help determine the best types of lenses for your lifestyle and vision needs.
We believe great care cannot be hurried. That’s why every appointment should be tailored to your unique needs.
Comprehensive eye exams go beyond a simple vision check and can include screening for common eye diseases such as glaucoma and cataracts. They can also identify vision issues and provide accurate prescriptions for reading glasses, nearsightedness, or progressive lenses.
During an eye exam, the independent optometrist may use retinal imaging and diagnostic tools to take high-resolution images of your eyes. These images are used to detect diseases and accurately monitor common eye conditions. The three most common imaging modalities are fundus photography, corneal imaging, and optical coherence tomography (OCT).
Are contact lenses a better fit for your lifestyle? Contact lens exams can include custom fittings and specialty lens prescriptions based on your vision needs. Alexander Daas Opticians partners with Contacts Portal, a third party, to provide our clients with a source for the most competitive pricing on contact lenses.
If you notice a sudden change in vision, an infection, or any painful sensations in the eyes, don't wait. An optometrist can often assess eye emergencies and provide appropriate care to help prevent complications.
Myopia is commonly referred to as nearsightedness. Studies have shown its progression can be slowed with special eyewear, contact lenses, and/or eye drops. If you have myopia, consult an independent optometrist to discuss options for managing its progression. Myopia management is typically recommended at an early age to help prevent future complications such as retinal detachments and glaucoma.
Dry eyes can occur for a variety of reasons. Symptoms include redness, stinging, burning, and paradoxically watering of your eyes. A thorough dry eye evaluation can help determine the cause of the discomfort and identify appropriate treatment options. Treatment may include prescription eye drops, amniotic membranes, Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) therapy, and bipolar radiofrequency (RF) treatments.
See the world through custom-fit lenses and eyewear made to look as good as they perform. Schedule your next eye exam at one of our locations. We have independent optometrists and opticians located in Del Mar (San Diego), Larchmont (Los Angeles), Palo Alto, San Clemente (Orange County) and San Francisco. We also work with Vision Service Plan (VSP), EyeMed Vision Care and Spectera.
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Yes, our independent optometrists work with children to provide services like pediatric eye exams.
Even if you have no issues with your eyesight, you should schedule regular eye exams with an independent optometrist at least once a year. Regular eye exams are an essential part of your overall wellness and can protect you from serious health issues. In some cases, an independent optometrist may detect early signs of health conditions such as diabetes or high blood pressure.
A prescription for glasses is typically valid for one year. The expiration date varies based on your age and specific eye needs.