Professional Eyecare of West Orange

Professional Eyecare of West Orange Comprehensive Eye Exams & Dry Eye Specialists
Trusted Care by Dr. Alan Schlussel in West Orange, NJ
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Your Vision, Our Mission – Trusted Eye Care in West Orange

At Professional Eye Care of West Orange, we are committed to delivering exceptional optometric services to help you see and live your best life. Led by Dr. Alan Schlussel, our practice offers comprehensive eye exams, treatment of eye diseases, dry eye therapy, contact lens fittings, and the latest in eyewear fashion. We combine advanced t

echnology with personalized care to meet the unique vision needs of every patient. Whether you need a routine check-up or specialized eye care, our friendly team is here to serve you with integrity and compassion. Visit us at www.drschlussel.com or stop by our West Orange office to experience quality eye care in a warm, professional setting.

Passing a school vision screening with 20/20 vision doesn't always mean a child's visual system is ready for the classro...
08/21/2026

Passing a school vision screening with 20/20 vision doesn't always mean a child's visual system is ready for the classroom. These basic tests primarily check distance clarity but often miss how well the eyes coordinate and track words across a page during reading. If you’ve noticed your child losing their place while reading or avoiding near-work, it may be a sign of hidden visual strain rather than a lack of focus.
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From blurry blackboards to tired eyes after screens, kids’ vision needs are changing fast. Let’s get ahead of the school...
08/20/2026

From blurry blackboards to tired eyes after screens, kids’ vision needs are changing fast.
Let’s get ahead of the school year with an exam that does more than just check boxes.
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1 in 4 kids has a vision issue that can affect learning, and most don’t even know it. Book a comprehensive eye exam this...
08/17/2026

1 in 4 kids has a vision issue that can affect learning, and most don’t even know it. Book a comprehensive eye exam this August and help your child start the school year with confidence.
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By the year 2050, researchers estimate that nearly half the world’s population will be nearsighted. While genetics play ...
08/14/2026

By the year 2050, researchers estimate that nearly half the world’s population will be nearsighted. While genetics play a significant role, the modern shift toward increased near-work is accelerating how quickly a child's prescription changes each year. We now have the clinical ability to do more than just update a lens; we can actually slow the physical elongation of the eye to protect long-term health.
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Backpacks? Check. School supplies? Check. Eye exam? Make sure your child is ready to take on the school year with a cle...
08/12/2026

Backpacks? Check. School supplies? Check. Eye exam? Make sure your child is ready to take on the school year with a clear vision and healthy eyes. August is Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month — the perfect time for a back-to-school eye check-up.
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A single millimeter shift in how your frames rest on your nose can move the optical center of your lens away from your p...
08/07/2026

A single millimeter shift in how your frames rest on your nose can move the optical center of your lens away from your pupil. This minor misalignment often forces your eye muscles to work overtime just to keep your vision clear, leading to persistent end-of-day headaches. Professional frame styling ensures that your prescription is perfectly centered, allowing your visual system to remain relaxed and efficient throughout your busiest days. Visit [Professional Eyecare of West Orange]([link removed]) to learn more.

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A headache that consistently starts by mid-afternoon is often a result of your frames being misaligned by just a few mil...
07/30/2026

A headache that consistently starts by mid-afternoon is often a result of your frames being misaligned by just a few millimeters. If the bridge of your glasses doesn't sit exactly where it should, the optical center of the lens shifts away from your pupil. This forces your eye muscles to work overtime to find the "sweet spot" of clarity, leading to significant strain that you might mistake for a typical tension headache.

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Passing a school vision screening with 20/20 vision does not always mean a child is visually ready for the classroom. Re...
07/23/2026

Passing a school vision screening with 20/20 vision does not always mean a child is visually ready for the classroom. Reading is a complex task that requires the eyes to coordinate, track, and focus as a team, skills that a standard letter chart simply isn't designed to measure. When a child skips lines or struggles to keep their place, it is often a sign of a structural coordination issue rather than a lack of clarity.

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If your eyes are constantly watering, it is often a sign that they are actually struggling with chronic dryness. When th...
07/16/2026

If your eyes are constantly watering, it is often a sign that they are actually struggling with chronic dryness. When the tiny glands in your eyelids become blocked, they stop releasing the essential oils needed to keep your tear film from evaporating too quickly. Your brain then signals for a flood of "emergency water" to compensate, but without that oil layer, the moisture disappears instantly and leaves you feeling gritty again.

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By the year 2050, researchers estimate that nearly half of the global population will be nearsighted. This isn't just ab...
07/09/2026

By the year 2050, researchers estimate that nearly half of the global population will be nearsighted. This isn't just about a change in how we see; it reflects a physical elongation of the eye as it develops during childhood. Modern myopia management allows us to look beyond simple correction and actively address the rate of that growth while your child is still young.

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Address

155 Prospect Avenue #201
West Orange, NJ

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 2pm
Saturday 8:30am - 2pm

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+19737361020

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