Vision Correction
Could Electromechanical Reshaping Replace LASIK?
A new laser-free technique called electromechanical reshaping may someday correct nearsightedness in about one minute without cutting corneal tissue.
May 29, 2026Read
Dr. Alexander Bonakdar, O.D.
Medical Director & Optometrist
Dr. Alexander Bonakdar is the Medical Director of EyeCare Center of Orange County, specializing in keratoconus, scleral lens fitting, myopia management, and dry eye treatment. With advanced training in specialty contact lenses and ocular disease management, Dr. Bonakdar provides expert care for complex eye conditions.
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Medically reviewed by Dr. Alexander Bonakdar, O.D. · Updated April 2026
Articles by Dr. Alexander Bonakdar
Keratoconus
Bowman Layer Onlay Grafting for Advanced Keratoconus
Bowman layer onlay grafting flattens the cornea by up to 6 diopters without the risks of a full transplant. Patients keep wearing scleral lenses.
May 10, 2026Read
Eye Health
Trigeminal Dysphoria: The Hidden Cause of Eye Strain Headaches
Chronic headaches your neurologist can't explain? A tiny eye misalignment may be overstimulating your trigeminal nerve. Here's how to tell — and fix it.
Mar 29, 2026Read
Dry Eye
Can IPL Dry Eye Treatment Cause Eyelash Loss? What to Know About Recovery
Noticed thinner lashes after IPL dry eye treatment? Here's why it happens, how fast lashes regrow, and which serums are safe to use while they come back.
Jan 22, 2026Read
Contact Lenses
FDA Clears First Daily Disposable Soft EDOF Contact Lens for Presbyopia: A Revolutionary Breakthrough
The FDA has cleared the Deseyne daily disposable soft contact lens, the first to bring Extended Depth of Focus (EDOF) technology to a daily lens for presbyopia.
Jan 16, 2026Read
Keratoconus
Living with Keratoconus: A Comprehensive Patient's Guide
Just diagnosed with keratoconus? You have more options than you think. See how scleral lenses and crosslinking keep patients seeing 20/20 for life.
May 15, 2024Read
Dry Eye
Dry Eye Syndrome: Why Over-the-Counter Drops Aren't Enough
Artificial tears not cutting it? Chronic dry eye has a root cause most drops miss. See how IPL and LipiFlow actually fix the underlying problem.
Jun 2, 2024Read
Eye Health
Why a "Vision Screening" isn't an Eye Exam
Passed a school screening and think your eyes are fine? Screenings miss up to 60% of vision problems. Here's what a real comprehensive eye exam catches.
Apr 20, 2024Read
Myopia
Myopia Management: Stopping the Progression
Is your child's prescription getting stronger every year? Myopia is now a medical condition, not a nuisance. Learn how to slow it — and why it matters.
Jun 10, 2024Read
Astigmatism
Astigmatism Explained: You Don't Have to Live with Blur
Glasses still making things blurry or distorted? Complex astigmatism may be the cause — and scleral lenses finally give you the crisp vision glasses can't.
Jun 18, 2024Read
Cataracts
Cataracts: Restoring Clarity to Your World
Night driving starting to blur? That's often the first sign of cataracts. See how modern lens options and co-managed surgery restore vivid, glare-free vision.
Jun 25, 2024Read
Glaucoma
The Silent Thief of Sight: Why Early Glaucoma Detection Matters
Glaucoma can steal your vision without warning. Learn why regular screenings are your only defense against this irreversible eye disease and how we manage it.
Jul 2, 2024Read
Presbyopia
Reading Glasses vs. Modern Solutions: Conquering Presbyopia
Hitting 40 and squinting at your phone? Presbyopia is universal — but reading glasses aren't your only fix. See modern multifocal contacts instead.
Jul 10, 2024Read
Eye Health
Headaches, Migraines, and Your Eyes: The Hidden Connection
Chronic headaches aren't always just "stress." Learn how Binocular Vision Dysfunction (BVD) and digital eye strain could be the root cause of your pain.
Jul 15, 2024Read
Dry Eye
IPL Therapy: The Breakthrough Solution for Meibomian Gland Dysfunction
Dry eye drops never quite working? IPL therapy targets meibomian gland dysfunction at the source. Here's how it actually fixes the root cause of MGD.
Jul 22, 2024Read
Keratoconus
The Silent Epidemic: Why Every Child Needs a Keratoconus Screening
Keratoconus now affects 1 in 375 kids — and school screenings miss nearly all of it. Learn the subtle early signs and why catching it early changes everything.
Aug 1, 2024Read
Specialty Lenses
Scleral Lenses: The Ultimate Solution for Keratoconus and Severe Dry Eye
Told you're stuck with blurry vision or chronic dry eye? Scleral lenses bathe the eye in fluid while restoring 20/20. See why they work when other lenses fail.
Aug 8, 2024Read
Eye Health
Blue Light and Your Eyes: Fact vs. Fiction
Blue-light glasses sold you a fix — but does blue light actually damage your eyes? Here's what the research really says, and what actually helps screen fatigue.
Aug 15, 2024Read
Laser Surgery
LASIK vs. PRK: Which Laser Vision Correction is Right for You?
LASIK and PRK both promise 20/20 — but one might actually be safer for your specific eyes. See which procedure fits your corneal thickness, job, and lifestyle.
Aug 22, 2024Read
Contact Lenses
Contact Lens Safety: 5 Habits That Could Save Your Sight
Love your contacts? Make sure you're not putting your eyes at risk. Review these essential safety tips to prevent infections and keep your eyes healthy.
Sep 1, 2024Read
Eye Disease
Diabetes and Your Eyes: Protecting Your Vision
Diabetic retinopathy is the #1 preventable cause of adult blindness — and it starts silently. See how an annual eye exam catches it before vision loss.
Sep 10, 2024Read
Pediatric Eye Care
Vision and Learning: Is Your Child Ready for School?
Your child reads, then quickly loses focus. 80% of learning is visual — and hidden vision problems are often the real reason. Here are the signs parents miss.
Sep 15, 2024Read
Scleral Lenses
Scleral Lenses for Radial Keratotomy (RK) Patients: Your Complete Guide
Had RK surgery decades ago and now your vision is fluctuating all day? Most eye doctors miss the fix: scleral lenses. Here's why they work when glasses don't.
Mar 1, 2026Read
Scleral Lenses
Why Your RK Vision Keeps Getting Worse Decades Later — And What Actually Helps
Your RK vision is slowly getting worse every year? It's called hyperopic shift — and it's not in your head. Here's what's happening and how to actually fix it.
Mar 1, 2026Read
Scleral Lenses
Why Your Vision Changes Throughout the Day After RK — and How to Fix It
Clear at noon, blurry at dawn and dusk? That's diurnal fluctuation — an RK complication glasses can't solve. Learn why scleral lenses finally stabilize it.
Mar 1, 2026Read
Keratoconus
We Now Offer EpiOxa: Painless, FDA-Approved Crosslinking for Keratoconus
EpiOxa is the first FDA-approved epi-on crosslinking — no epithelium removal, less pain, faster recovery. Here's why it changes keratoconus care.
Mar 20, 2026Read
Dry Eye
IPL vs. LipiFlow for Dry Eye: A Clinical Comparison
Artificial tears not working for your MGD? IPL vs LipiFlow — we compare both head-to-head on cost, comfort, and results so you pick the right one.
Apr 20, 2026Read
Dry Eye
Why Eye Drops Aren't Working for Your Dry Eye (And What Actually Will)
Tried every artificial tear and still burning by noon? OTC drops fail for the most common type of dry eye. Here's what actually fixes the root cause in 2026.
Apr 20, 2026Read
Keratoconus
Scleral Lenses vs. Hybrid Lenses for Keratoconus: Which Is Right for You?
Scleral vs hybrid for keratoconus: both correct the cone — but they feel, fit, and cost differently. See which wins for comfort, clarity, and dry eye.
Apr 20, 2026Read
Keratoconus
Keratoconus Treatment Cost in Orange County: Insurance, Financing, and What You'll Actually Pay
What does keratoconus treatment really cost in Orange County? Real price ranges for scleral lenses, crosslinking, Intacs, and transplant — plus financing.
Apr 20, 2026Read
Myopia
Ortho-K vs. Atropine vs. MiSight: Which Myopia Treatment Is Best for Your Child?
Ortho-K, atropine, or MiSight for your child's myopia? All three work — but one fits your kid best. See how we decide, plus 2-year program costs.
Apr 20, 2026Read
Eye Health
Can an Eye Doctor Fix Migraines? The Neurolens Evaluation Explained
Migraines keep coming back despite every medication? A tiny eye misalignment may be the real trigger. See what a Neurolens evaluation can diagnose.
Apr 20, 2026Read
Laser Surgery
I Had LASIK 10 Years Ago. Why Is My Vision Worse Now?
LASIK was perfect 10 years ago — now blur and halos are back? You're not imagining it. See why scleral lenses (not more surgery) usually fix it.
Apr 20, 2026Read
Scleral Lenses
How to Insert and Remove Scleral Lenses: Step-by-Step Guide for New Wearers
New to scleral lenses and struggling to get them on? The step-by-step guide we walk every new patient through, plus fixes most instructions leave out.
Apr 20, 2026Read
Scleral Lenses
Scleral Lenses After Corneal Transplant: Regaining Vision Post-PKP and DALK
Had a corneal transplant but vision is still blurry? Residual astigmatism is common. See how scleral lenses vault your graft and finally deliver 20/20.
Apr 20, 2026Read
Scleral Lenses
Why Are My Scleral Lenses Foggy? Troubleshooting Midday Fogging
Scleral lenses foggy by 2pm? It's the #1 complaint we hear — and it's almost always fixable. Learn the 3 main causes and what to try before you book a refit.
Apr 20, 2026Read
Laser Surgery
Daily Vision Fluctuation After RK: What Causes It and How Scleral Lenses Fix It
Sharp at lunch, blurry before coffee and after dinner? RK patients call it diurnal fluctuation. Learn why scleral lenses stabilize vision all day.
Apr 20, 2026Read
Myopia
Myopia Management Cost in Orange County: The $4,600 Program Explained
What does myopia management actually cost? Our 2-year program is $4,600 all-inclusive — see exactly what's included, coverage, and financing options.
Apr 20, 2026Read
Keratoconus
The Complete 2026 Guide to Keratoconus in Orange County
The complete 2026 patient guide to keratoconus in Orange County — diagnosis, scleral lenses, EpiOxa crosslinking, and the real questions we answer every week.
Apr 20, 2026Read