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Dr. Samantha Love, OD

Optometrist

219 Citrus Tower Blvd Clermont FL, 34711 Show map

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Samantha Love, OD, is an optometrist who attends to patients at Clermont Family Eyecare in Clermont, FL, which she established in 2015. As an optometrist, she specializes in examining the eyes and applicable visual systems for defects or abnormalities, as well as diagnosing and managing eye disease. Earlier in her career, she garnered a vast externship experience that focused on contact lenses, vision therapy, low vision, and post-operative care for Lasik and cataracts. Moreover, Dr. Love has served as an internship preceptor for the Health Careers Academy at East Ridge High School and the University of Central Florida Healthcare Management Program. Dr. Love has been granted license to practice optometry in Florida and Georgia.

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Southern University Bachelor Degree 0

Illinois College of Optometry Doctor of Optometry 2005

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Can steam irritate my eyes?
The heat from the steam may be the culprit of your eye irritation. Try to keep your eyes closed so that the heat doesn't dry out your eyes. Steam will also make your eyes red for a few minutes. You have a few other factors that will definitely affect the eyes such as a cold and sinuses. READ MORE
Is there any way to treat squinty eyes without surgery?
There is a new product called Upneeq on the market that can help elevate your top eyelid into a position that makes your eyes look more alert and awake. The doctor-approved eye drops are an affordable alternative to surgical procedures for upper eyelid drooping. READ MORE
Can styes in my eyes affect my eyesight?
Styes around the eyes are harmless to your eyesight. If you tend to get styes on the regular then make sure that you use an eyelid cleaner to clean you lids twice a day and do warm compresses to prevent your glands from getting clogged. If you begin to see redness and or swelling that involves the entire eyelid or extends to the side of the face/cheek, then seek care from a licensed eye doctor. READ MORE
How often should I get an eye examination?
I recommend that you get an eye exam every 1-2 years. If you have any medical conditions, then get a dilated eye exam every year. READ MORE
Can a two year old have glasses?
A person can wear glasses at any age. Watching too much TV does not mean that the child will wear glasses. Squinting, headaches, and running into things are signs that the child may need corrective lenses. There are also symptoms/signs that will only be uncovered at a doctor's visit. READ MORE
I tasted my eye drops?
It’s not unusual to taste your eye drops. Everyone has a small opening in the corner of each eyelid by the side of your nose. This opening allows tears to drain down into your nose, draining further down to the back of your throat. That’s why your nose runs whenever you cry and that's why you taste the drops! Feel along the side of your nose, by the corner of your eye and you will feel a depression, or groove, running down the side of your nose. That’s the pathway the tear drain goes through to get from your eyelid into your nose. If you press against your nose right there, you will close the drain. In order to stop tasting your eye drops, then press along that depression right after you place the drop in your eye. Close your eye and hold the pressure for 30 seconds and let the medication soak into your eye where it belongs. After 30 seconds, release the pressure and wipe your eye with a tissue. Voila, none of the medication will go into your nose and throat where you can taste it! READ MORE
Will my son need glasses for life?
Your eye doctor will be able to look at your son's prescription and let you know if he will need the glasses for life. The answer depends on the type of prescription that he has. Generally if he has a higher prescription, then he will need glasses for the rest of his life. Some kids are prescribed glasses just for reading or school work and they grow out of it. Consult your eye doctor to seek the full answer to your question. READ MORE
My toddler has a lot of discharge from his right eye. What is it?
Discharge, goop, eye boogers, eye gunk or whatever you call it, is a concern for many people especially babies and toddlers. Eye mucus in the corners of your eyes tends to accumulate during sleep. Other times, your eyelids may seem glued shut by the gunk stuck to your lashes which can signal an eye infection. The color of the discharge tells a lot about what is going on with the eye. Generally stringy white mucus may signal allergies, white or yellow balls of mucus could signal a tear drainage problem which is very common amongst toddlers and babies. I recommend that you clean around your toddler's eye area with a baby wipe to clear any discharge. Next take a moist warm cloth and gently massage the depressed drainage area near the corner of the eye and near the nose. This will clear up any minor discharge. Make sure that you get your son evaluated by an eye doctor to ensure that he doesn't have an infection of the tear glands and drainage ducts which may require surgical repair. READ MORE
What causes keratoconus?
Keratoconus is an eye disease in which the clear tissue of the front of the eye (cornea) thins and bulges outward in the shape of a curvy cone. Keratoconus typically begins in puberty or the late teens and progresses into the mid to late 30's. The exact cause of keratoconus is unknown. One in ten people with keratoconus have a family history of keratoconus. Frequent rubbing of the eyes can exasperate the condition. The condition causes blurry vision which can be treated initially with glasses and special contact lenses. As the disease progresses then the vision will continue to deteriorate until contact lenses are the only option in order to see. Corneal cross linking is a procedure that can help strengthen the cornea to help slow progression. I recommend that your husband seeks a person that specializes and treats keratoconus because not all eye doctors specialize in this condition. Symptoms first appear during puberty or the late teens and include blurred vision and sensitivity to light and glare. Vision can be corrected with glasses or contact lenses early on. Advanced cases may require a cornea transplant. READ MORE
Will vitamin A supplements improve my eyesight?
Vitamin A is a group of antioxidant compounds that play an important role in vision, bone growth and health of the immune system. In general, there are two types of vitamin A, depending on the type of food source it comes from. Vitamin A from animal-derived foods is called retinal and can be used directly by the body. The other form of Vitamin A is obtained from colorful fruits and vegetables in the form of provitamin A carotenoids which are converted by the body to retinol. Beta-carotene is one of the most effective and prevalent carotenoid. Good sources of retinol include whole milk, cheese, beef and chicken liver. Good sources of provitamin A carotenoids include carrots, sweet potatoes, cantaloupes, spinach, and kale. Vitamin A is essential for good vision. When in combination with other antioxidant vitamins, Vitamin A appears to play a role in decreasing the risk of vision loss from macular degeneration. The combination of Vitamin A and lutein may prolong the vision in people with retinitis pigmentosa. In the Unitied States, Vitamin A deficiency is rare, but it is common among the poor un-developed countries. Vitamin A deficiency also causes damage to the retina, which also contributes to night blindness. In most cases, it's best to obtain vitamins and minerals from a healthy, balanced diet. The recommended daily value for Vitamin A is 5,000 IU. Make sure you clear any supplements with your doctor prior to taking them. READ MORE
A ball hit my eye and now it's swollen. What should I do?
Swelling is one of the common signs of eye injuries. In order to reduce the swelling you should apply cold compresses to the affected area. It is normal for your eye and or face to hurt, especially when you try to open, close or move it. The eye may be sensitive to the touch, as well. Swelling can affect the eyeball, eyelid or entire face. Make sure that you visit an eye doctor. The eye doctor will evaluate your pupils to make sure that they constrict properly, how your eyes move, feel for abnormalities in your eyeball and the bones and surrounding your eye. The doctor will test your vision and dilate your pupils, in order to look inside your eye during an eye exam. I recommend that when you are able to open your eye make sure that you go to the eye doctor for an evaluation of any broken orbital bones, inflammation, or damage to the retina. READ MORE
Ophthalmology?
Contact lenses have improved over the last few years. With contact lenses you have the freedom to wear the lens once a week, twice a month, or everyday. I do recommend that you look at the option of a daily contact lenses if you plan to only wear the contact lens once a week. Your eye care professional will be able to evaluate your eye to see if contact lenses are a good fit for you. READ MORE
Can contact lenses protect my eyes from the light of my computer screen?
There are two sources of light that are emitted from screens, blue light and glare. Blue light can cause disruptions to the circadian rhythm, blurry vision, difficulty focusing, irritated/dry eyes, headaches, neck/back pain, etc. Glare can cause obstruct the vision and cause squinting. Most commonly discomfort is felt after two or more hours in front of a digital screen, characterized by tiredness, dryness, and redness. Extended exposure to bright light, screen glare and longer periods of device use can contribute to varying degrees of physical discomfort, and may also contribute to productivity loss, sluggishness and stress. CooperVision® Biofinity Energys™ contact lenses are designed for all-day wear, helping people’s eyes better adapt so they can seamlessly and continuously shift focus between digital devices and offline activities. Biofinity Energys is the only lens in the United States that will help to protect the eyes against light from the screen. Visit your eyecare professional to explore additional options for screen protection such as lenses with blue light and glare. READ MORE
What happens if I am exposed to a lot of dust?
Dust will not damage your eyesight. Dust can collect on the lashes and clog up the glands in the eyelids, leading to blepharitis, allergies, and dry eyes. Make sure that you clean your eyelids and lashes with a special cleanser made for the eye area twice per day. You can also rinse the outer area of your eyelids with saline solution for sensitive eyes if you are somewhere where you do not have your lid cleanser. READ MORE
What should I do for recurrent pink eye?
Make sure that you get your pink eye evaluated by an eye doctor to determine the type of pink eye. Pink eye can be viral, bacterial, fungal, or allergies. Refrain from touching your eyes, if you need to touch them then use a tissue. Clean your eyelids and lashes every day with an eyelid cleanser like Ocusoft lid cleanser or Avenova. Get annual eye exams. READ MORE
Eye floater?
It is great that you have a follow-up visit so that the surgeon can evaluate the progress of your eye. Floaters generally do not go away but the eye will get used to the floater. The surgeon will let you know if the eye is healing properly or if more damage is occurring from the tear. It is possible to have another tear or retinal detachment so make sure that you go to that follow-up visit. READ MORE
My nephew is 7 years old and has been diagnosed with cataract. What should we do?
A cataract is the clouding of the eye's natural lens. Cataracts can be congenital (the child is born with it), acquired (the child acquires it from something) or senile (seen in older people). Kids can have a congenital or acquired cataract. If the cataract is interfering with vision, then the cataract specialist will remove the lens and replace it with a lens implant in order to prevent poor vision that eye. READ MORE
Why do my eyes turn bloodshot by the end of the day?
You should get your eyes evaluated to see the true cause of your red tired eyes. Redness can be caused by bacteria, viruses, dryness, and allergies even if your eyes do not feel itchy and irritated. Tired eyes may be a sign that the eyes are straining or dry. Also if you use redness drops, then that can cause the redness to come back worse (rebound effect). READ MORE
My eyes are puffed up and feel heavy. Why?
Puffy eyes can be a sign of allergies or infection. Visit your eye doctor to evaluate your eyes and determine the best course of treatment. In the meantime, make sure that you clean your lids and lashes with a lid cleanser like Avenova. Pain is something that can determine if your condition is minor or major so get your eyes evaluated. READ MORE
Is there such a thing as a whole-eye transplant surgery?
At this time, scientists have not figured out a way to successfully transplant a whole eye at this time. The eye is a very small but complex organ that is connected to your brain by the optic nerve. The optic nerve is made up of more than a million tiny nerve fibers similar to a fiber optic cable. The nerve fibers cannot be reconnected once they are cut which makes it impossible, at this time, to transplant a whole eye. Once scientists figure out how to regenerate and reconnect a functional nerve then this will be groundbreaking news in healthcare. There are a group of researchers who are working on this huge endeavor and they hope to be able to perform whole eye transplants within a decade. However, when someone receives an eye transplant today, they are usually undergoing a corneal transplant. Make sure that the glass eye is cleaned frequently, which can reduce a lot of the irritation. READ MORE

Areas of expertise and specialization

contact lenseslow visionpost-operative care for lasik and cataractsdry eyekeratoconus

Professional Memberships

American Optometric Student Association
College of Optometrists in Vision Development
National Optometric Association
Florida Optometric Association
American Optometric Association
Central Florida Society of Optometric Physicians

Professional Society Memberships

American Optometric Student Association, College of Optometrists in Vision Development, National Optometric Association, Florida Optometric Association, American Optometric Association, Central Florida Society of Optometric Physicians

Dr. Samantha Love, OD's Practice location

Clermont Family Eyecare

219 Citrus Tower Blvd -
Clermont, FL 34711

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Get to know Optometrist Dr. Samantha Love, who serves patients in Clermont, Florida.

Dr. Love is a talented, caring, and innovative optometrist and the driving force behind the Clermont Family Eyecare. She takes the time to listen and understand her patients’ ocular needs and wants. She feels that patient education is very essential to quality eye care and she spends the extra time to make sure that each patient understands the importance of better eye health.

“At Clermont Family Eyecare, the patients have our undivided attention. We never rush a visit. We never “push” a product. Our commitment to the patient goes far beyond the average eye exam into our vision of making your vision of you better. That means exceptional service, style, and medical professionalism—without compromise.”

After receiving a mild eye injury at age 16, Dr. Love began to explore optometry as a future career path. She earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Microbiology at Southern University in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. She then went on to pursue her dream and obtained a Doctor of Optometry degree from Illinois College of Optometry in Chicago in 2005.

During her academic career, she served as President of the National Optometric Student Association, Residential Complex Ambassador, tutor, teaching assistant, and Lions Club Charter member. She also served as a member of the American Optometric Student Association, the College of Optometrists in Vision Development, Private Practice Club, and several others.

Upon graduation, Dr. Love obtained a license to practice optometry in Florida and Georgia. She began filling in at private and commercial offices in the Atlanta metro area. After 1 ½ years of filling in for various doctors, she took over a Wal-mart Vision Center and began building her practice, Bella Vista Family Eyecare. Within a year, her practice quickly grew to two locations in Lithia Springs and Marietta, Georgia. In 2013, she relocated to Florida and purchased a private practice in Clermont in July of 2015.

With extensive externship experiences, Dr. Love was provided with a plethora of knowledge in practicing full-scope optometry. Her externships emphasized contact lenses, vision therapy, low vision, and post-operative care for lasik and cataracts.

In addition to her educational credentials, her professional affiliations include the National Optometric Association, the American Optometric Association, the Florida Optometric Association, and the Central Florida Society of Optometric Physicians. She has served as an internship preceptor for the Health Careers Academy at East Ridge High School and the University of Central Florida Healthcare Management Program.

Optometry is a health care profession that involves examining the eyes and applicable visual systems for defects or abnormalities, as well as diagnosing and managing eye disease. Optometrists are healthcare professionals who provide primary eye care through comprehensive eye examinations to detect and treat various visual abnormalities and eye diseases. Being a regulated profession, an optometrist’s scope of practice may differ depending on the location. Thus, disorders or diseases detected outside the treatment scope of optometry (i.e. those requiring certain surgical interventions) are referred out to relevant medical professionals for proper care, more commonly to ophthalmologists who are physicians that specialize in the tertiary medical and surgical care of the eye. Optometrists typically work closely together with other eye care professionals, such as ophthalmologists and opticians, to deliver quality and efficient eye care to the general public.

With an intense desire to serve her community, Dr. Love currently participates in several community vision screenings, food drives, and church activities. Outside of the clinic, she enjoys spending quality time with family, traveling, and scrapbooking.