TarrEye&VisionCenter

TarrEye&VisionCenter Dedicated to excellence in eye care since 2003. We use the latest technology to care for your eyes.

11/17/2025

Full Circle Moment

11/16/2025

Now prescribing breakthroughs eye drops also known as “invisible readers” - reducing and eliminating the need for reading glasses. To see if you are a candidate schedule a visit with Dr. Blake Tarr (865) 382-7888.

11/09/2025

Aging has a way of teaching us lessons we didn’t ask for — but sometimes, those lessons make us better at what we do.

Lately, the momentary aches that come with getting older have given me a deeper appreciation for what many of my patients go through every day.

It’s one thing to understand discomfort from a clinical standpoint — it’s another to feel it and realize how much it can wear on someone’s quality of life.

That understanding has motivated me to seek out solutions that go beyond the basics — tools that address often overlooked sources of discomfort and improve lives in tangible ways.

Two such innovations I’ve brought into my practice are:

Avulux – the first and only FDA-approved lenses for light-filtering migraine relief.

Newton – designed to correct subtle eye misalignment that can cause eye strain, headaches, and fatigue especially for those spending long hours on screens.

I don’t prescribe them every day, but when I do, and a patient comes back smiling — sometimes even a little surprised that something finally worked — it’s one of the most rewarding parts of my work.

Aging may not be easy, but it’s helping me become a better doctor — more compassionate, more curious, and more committed to helping patients find the relief they’ve been searching for.

Let’s keep learning and improving — together.

11/03/2025

Father-Son hikes are amazing. Especially when filled with wisdom from your 6yr old!

His words of wisdom-

“There could be bears anywhere!” How I took it: Dad I’m glad we get to do this together.

“Just a few minutes ago, my legs felt like they could run fast as a horse. Now, ugh.”How I took it: Dad I’m trusting that you can get me home even if you have to carry me.

“We’ve almost made it! It’s only up and down and up and down.” How I took it: Don’t give up even when it’s not all down hill.

“We can see where we started!” How I took it: we’ve come a long way and the view was great, but it’s even better when we stop and reflect on how far we’ve come!

What a great day! I got to spend the day with my son and teach him a little about grit and he got to teach me a lot about how great it is being a kid.

10/31/2025

Blind As A Bat?

For centuries, people wondered how bats could soar through the night sky, darting between finger-thin branches and snatching up tiny insects — all in complete darkness. The mystery puzzled naturalists for generations. How could these creatures navigate so precisely when even the keenest human eyes would fail?

Early scientists believed that bats, like other nocturnal animals, possessed extraordinarily sharp eyesight — perhaps even a kind of night vision. But in the late eighteenth century, Italian scientist Lazzaro Spallanzani made a groundbreaking discovery that turned this idea upside down.

Spallanzani observed that owls, the masters of night hunting, could not fly in a completely dark room. Bats, however, could. Even more astonishingly, when Spallanzani blinded the bats, they still flew and hunted normally. But when he blocked their ears, they became helpless — crashing into walls and unable to catch prey.

Something far more mysterious than eyesight was guiding them.

The true explanation remained hidden for over a century. Then, in the early 1900s, after the Titanic tragedy of 1912, inventor Hiram Maxim (famous for the machine gun) began experimenting with the idea of sonar — the use of sound waves to detect objects. Maxim speculated that bats might navigate in a similar way, though he incorrectly assumed they relied on low-frequency sounds produced by their wings.

The real breakthrough came in the 1930s, when physicist G. W. Pierce developed a detector capable of picking up high-frequency ultrasonic sounds — sounds far beyond the range of human hearing. At last, the secret was revealed: bats emit ultrasonic pulses and listen for the returning echoes to build a mental map of their surroundings.

This process, known today as echolocation, allows bats to “see” with sound — an elegant and precise natural sonar that guides them flawlessly through the dark.

So next time you hear the phrase “blind as a bat,” remember — bats may not see the world as we do, but in the darkness, they are anything but blind.

10/24/2025

New Eye-drop helps people see clearly without readers!!

Put 2 drops of VIZZ in this morning. After two patients, I took off my +1.25 readers and didn’t need them the rest of the day (7+hrs). Near VA was 20/20. Distance VA 20/20.

Not bad for an eyedrop.
SCHEDULE A CONSULTATION TODAY at www.TEAVC.com or (865)475-6565.

Did you know there is a new eye drop that may replace your reading glasses?Put 2 drops of VIZZ in this morning. After ...
10/24/2025

Did you know there is a new eye drop that may replace your reading glasses?

Put 2 drops of VIZZ in this morning. After two patients, I took off my +1.25 readers and didn’t need them the rest of the day (7+hrs). Near VA was 20/20. Distance VA 20/20.

Not bad for an eyedrop.
Schedule a consultation at www.TEAVC.com or (865)382-7888.

Congratulations Debbie on your new book!
07/10/2025

Congratulations Debbie on your new book!

That “Eye Freckle” Could Be More Than You Think.A choroidal nevus—often called an eye freckle—might seem harmless, espec...
05/29/2025

That “Eye Freckle” Could Be More Than You Think.

A choroidal nevus—often called an eye freckle—might seem harmless, especially if your vision feels fine. But in rare cases, these spots can develop into melanoma, a serious eye cancer.

The problem? You won’t feel it. You won’t see it. And you won’t know… unless you get checked.

This is why yearly eye exams matter—even if you don’t wear glasses, even if your vision feels perfect.

Don’t wait for symptoms. Protect your sight.

Book your annual eye exam with Tarr Eye & Vision today.

Spring into Style — Before It’s Gone! Our Spring Glasses Sale at Tarr Eye & Vision Center is almost over, and so are the...
05/29/2025

Spring into Style — Before It’s Gone!
Our Spring Glasses Sale at Tarr Eye & Vision Center is almost over, and so are these deals!

💥 $34 glasses frames — while supplies last! 💥
Freshen up your look with stylish, affordable eyewear the whole family will love.

📅 Appointments are filling fast — don’t miss out!
📞 Call 865-475-6565 today to book yours!

Herpes Eye Disease is more common than you might think — and it can look a lot like pink eye at first.Swipe to see a rea...
05/23/2025

Herpes Eye Disease is more common than you might think — and it can look a lot like pink eye at first.

Swipe to see a real case treated at Tarr Eye & Vision Center — the first photo shows the eye before treatment, and just 2 days later, you can already see dramatic improvement.

If you have “pink eye” that isn’t healing, don’t wait. It could be something more serious — and early treatment makes all the difference.

📍 Come see us at Tarr Eye & Vision Center.
📞 Call now or book online — your vision depends on it.

Say Hello to Sharper, More Natural Vision – Meet Qlosi!Now available at Tarr Eye & Vision CenterWe’re excited to offer Q...
05/16/2025

Say Hello to Sharper, More Natural Vision – Meet Qlosi!
Now available at Tarr Eye & Vision Center

We’re excited to offer Qlosi, a prescription eye drop designed to improve near vision in adults with presbyopia — a common age-related condition that makes it harder to see up close. 📖💡

Just one drop in each eye can help you:
✅ Read without readers
✅ Focus more easily
✅ Enjoy clearer vision throughout the day

It’s a simple solution that fits right into your daily routine.

Want to find out if Qlosi is right for you?
👓 Book a consultation with our team today!

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