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Jesus Gabriel Martinez

Optometrist | Corneal and Contact Management

Dr. Jesus Martinez is an optometrist practicing in HENDERSON, NV. Dr. Martinez specializing in providing eye care services to patients. As an optometrist, Dr. Martinez performs eye exams, tests vision, corrects vision by prescribing eye glasses or contacts, detects certain eye disorders and manages and treats vision problems. Optometrists often work closely with ophthalmologists who may need to further treat patients with surgical procedures.
8 years Experience
Jesus Gabriel Martinez
  • HENDERSON, NV
  • Illinois College of Optometry
  • Accepting new patients

Is it ok to wear reading glasses all the time?

If the glasses are single vision reading glasses, I would only recommend to use them for reading only. If they are bifocals or progressives, then they may be use all the time. READ MORE
If the glasses are single vision reading glasses, I would only recommend to use them for reading only. If they are bifocals or progressives, then they may be use all the time. It is best to consult with your eye care provider to see what was prescribed for you.

Does an eye pressure test hurt?

There are multiple different kinds of eye pressure tests, none of which should be painful. The most you should feel is a slight tickle or a little pressure but absolutely no pain. READ MORE
There are multiple different kinds of eye pressure tests, none of which should be painful. The most you should feel is a slight tickle or a little pressure but absolutely no pain.

Can I wear contacts with dry eyes?

If you suffer from dry eyes, it is important to treat the dry eyes prior to wearing contact lenses. There are contact lenses that are better suited for dry environments such as READ MORE
If you suffer from dry eyes, it is important to treat the dry eyes prior to wearing contact lenses. There are contact lenses that are better suited for dry environments such as daily disposables but this should be discussed with an optometrist

How often should contacts be replaced?

It all depends on the type of lenses and the recommended replacement schedule set by your optometrist. There are some contacts that should be replaced daily, some that should be READ MORE
It all depends on the type of lenses and the recommended replacement schedule set by your optometrist. There are some contacts that should be replaced daily, some that should be replaced bi-weekly, and some that should be replaced monthly. It is best to have an examination with an optometrist to determine what contact lenses would be ideal for your particular eyes.