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Only 2 spine-chilling weeks remain to cast your vote for your most-loved jack-o-lantern
The clock is ticking, only 2 spine-chilling weeks remain to cast your vote for your most-loved jack-o-lantern in our Pumpkin Decorating Contest Fundraiser. Don't hesitate! Stop by the office to enjoy each design and join us in applauding our staff for their dedication...
Pumpkin Fundraiser for Mammograms
Get ready for a spine-tingling showdown of creativity and camaraderie at our staff Pumpkin Decorating Fundraiser! Our talented team has been conjuring up their most hair-raising pumpkin masterpieces, and it's all for a fang-tastic cause. Stop by to witness the...
Pumpkin Decorating Fundraiser Coming Soon!
Each September, the enthusiastic staff of Thomas Eye Center proudly transform into pumpkin artists, in preparation for our October fundraising extravaganza. The spooky fun kicks off October 1 when their stunning, one-of-a-kind jack-o'-lanterns go on display for our...
Do you suffer from gritty, itchy eyes? It could be dry eye disease.
Are dry, itchy, and gritty eyes bothering you? You're not alone. Dry eye disease affects many people, causing discomfort and irritation. But how do you know when it's time to seek a diagnosis and explore treatment options? If you've been experiencing persistent eye...
All About Presbyopia
Around the age of 40, most adults will start experiencing signs of presbyopia. It is when your eyes gradually lose the ability to see things clearly up close. The tell-tale sign may be when you notice yourself needing to hold things further away to read them. ...
Eye Care and the Common Cold
To help you beat the common cold this season, here are a few things to keep in mind: The best practice for washing hands: wet hands with warm water before applying soap, rub hands together covering each palm, between fingers and then the back of your hand, and then...
Even children need eye protection from the sun
Children may not be as interested as adults are in the fashion aspect of sunglasses. But because kids spend much more time outdoors than most adults do, sunglasses that block 100 percent of the sun's harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays are extra important for children. In...
Eyeglass donations accepted here
If you have any old eyeglasses or sunglasses laying around, don’t throw them away! Consider donating them to local people in need. Dr. Thomas is partnered with the Lions Clubs International and our office is an official drop off location! Just gather your...
Dry Eye Can Happen to Anyone
Dry eye occurs when the quantity and/or quality of tears fails to keep the surface of the eye adequately lubricated. The risk of developing dry eye increases with advancing age. These days, though, even young people are developing dry eye due to “digital eye strain”...
Think your child is ready for contacts?
How do I know when my child is ready for contact lenses? There’s no “right age” to begin wearing contact lenses — almost anyone of any age can wear them. But it involves a level of responsibility and the ability to follow a wear-and-care routine. If you feel your...