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SPECIALTY EYE CARE: TUSTIN, CA

Boutique optometric care with advanced clinical focus.

We're a boutique optometric practice with a clinical focus on dry eye, scleral lens fitting, and advanced vision care — built on a 30-year Tustin legacy and refined for what comes next.

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LEADERS IN EYE CARE

30+ YEARS IN ORANGE COUNTY

ADVANCED DRY EYE CENTER

ADVANCED SCLERAL LENS FITTING

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WHO WE HELP

Care designed for patients who expect more.

Most eye care practices weren't built for chronic conditions, complex prescriptions, or patients who notice the difference between adequate care and exceptional care. We were.

We work with patients who:
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Have struggled with chronic dry eye and want a real solution, not another bottle of drops

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Need specialty contact lenses for keratoconus, post-surgical correction, or hard-to-fit prescriptions

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Want a calm, considered visit instead of a rushed clinic appointment

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Expect their eye doctor to be as thoughtful about the experience as the outcome

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Want their eyewear to feel as personal and considered as their care — a curated selection, not a wall of frames

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SPECIALTY CARE

Where we lead.

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Dry Eye Treatment

A custom, multi-step protocol for chronic dry eye — beyond drops.

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Light Therapy (IPL)

In-office intense pulsed light therapy for inflammatory dry eye.

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Scleral Lens Fitting

Fellowship-level fitting for keratoconus, post-surgical, and severe dry eye.

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Myopia Control

Slowing nearsightedness in children with proven, evidence-based methods.

OUR DOCTORS

Meet Your Doctors

Dr. Alexander Elson, OD, FSLS

Dr. Alex Elson believes exceptional eye care begins with listening. Drawn to optometry by the opportunity to build lasting relationships with patients, he values the time and trust that allow meaningful connections to develop over years of care.

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Tanya Ngo,
OD

Dr. Tanya Ngo's path into optometry started long before she became a doctor. She first worked as a volunteer and then as an optometric technician — and that hands-on experience shaped her clinical instincts and the warmth she brings to every patient interaction.

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THE EXPERIENCE

A practice designed around how care should feel.

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Care with Intention

Designed for comfort and focused on quality. We create space for meaningful conversations, thorough evaluations, and personalized care.

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Technology with Purpose

We invest in diagnostic and treatment technology that improves patient care—not gadgets for show. Every instrument in our office is selected to help us diagnose more accurately, treat more effectively, and deliver better outcomes.

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Find Your Signature L0•0K

Distinctive eyewear from independent designers and modern classics. Thoughtfully selected frames to help you find something that feels personal—not predictable.

PATIENT STORIES

Trusted across generations of Orange County patients.

“This place is great. Everyone is very helpful… I have been going here for over 10 years. The equipment for exams is state of the art.”

Mel

Dr. Elson was thorough, knowledgeable, and friendly… The staff was professional and answered all our questions about cost… Hands down the best selection of frames as well.”

Teresa

“I loved this clinic. Such friendly and knowledgeable staff. They took time and check each and every problem of my eye.”

Jhunu

“I recently consulted Dr. Elson at 17th Street Optometry for a contact lens appointment, and it was an excellent experience. Dr. Elson and his team were extremely kind and knowledgeable.”

Graham

“I have been coming here for over 7 years and I have never been treated so well. The staff is absolutely wonderful and extremely helpful.”

Danica

“I came in without an appointment, not knowing what to expect. I was greeted immediately… they proved to be very competent. The exam/evaluation was excellent.”

Steve
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Your eyes deserve a closer L0•0K

Schedule a comprehensive evaluation with one of our doctors today.

Insurance:

We accept most major vision and medical insurance plans, including VSP, EyeMed, MetLife, and most PPO medical plans.

New Patients Welcome:

We're accepting new patients at our Tustin location. New patient paperwork can be completed in advance.

Visit Us:

17400 Irvine Blvd, Suite N Tustin, CA 92780

Mon-Fri 9:15am-5:00pm

MEET YOUR DOCTOR

Better eye care starts with a conversation.

Book a comprehensive exam, dry eye evaluation, or specialty lens consultation — we'll take it from there.

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