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03/10/2026

🥬 2. Lutein: Your Retina’s Best Friend

Did you know lutein and zeaxanthin act like natural sunglasses for your eyes? 😎

These antioxidants help protect the retina from harmful blue light and reduce the risk of vision loss from Age-Related Macular Degeneration.

💚 Best sources:
• Spinach
• Kale
• Broccoli
• Eggs

Small daily choices can make a big difference in long-term vision health!

03/02/2026

🥕 1. Feed Your Vision

👁️ Your eyes are what you eat!

This National Nutrition Month, remember that healthy vision starts on your plate. Nutrients like:

• Vitamin A
• Lutein & Zeaxanthin
• Omega-3 fatty acids
• Vitamin C & E

help protect against conditions like Age-Related Macular Degeneration and dry eye.

🥬 Add more leafy greens, carrots, citrus fruits, and fatty fish to your meals this week!

📅 A healthy diet + annual comprehensive eye exam = clearer vision for years to come.

02/23/2026

What You Can Do?

AMD may not be preventable — but you can reduce risk and slow progression:

🥬 Eat leafy greens and colorful fruits
🕶️ Wear UV-protective sunglasses
🚭 Avoid smoking
❤️ Manage blood pressure and cholesterol
👁️ Schedule annual comprehensive eye exams

Your eyesight supports every part of your life.

February is your reminder to prioritize it. 💛

Drop a 💛 below if you’re committed to protecting your vision this year!

Dry vs. Wet AMD — What’s the Difference?There are two types of AMD:👁️ Dry AMD – The more common form. Develops gradually...
02/20/2026

Dry vs. Wet AMD — What’s the Difference?

There are two types of AMD:

👁️ Dry AMD – The more common form. Develops gradually.
👁️ Wet AMD – Less common but more aggressive. Caused by abnormal blood vessel growth under the retina.

The American Macular Degeneration Foundation notes that while dry AMD progresses slowly, wet AMD can cause rapid vision changes.

Prompt evaluation = better outcomes.

If you notice sudden distortion or central vision changes, call your eye doctor right away. 💛

Early Signs You Shouldn’t IgnoreAMD doesn’t always start with dramatic vision loss.Watch for:⚠️ Blurry central vision⚠️ ...
02/18/2026

Early Signs You Shouldn’t Ignore

AMD doesn’t always start with dramatic vision loss.

Watch for:
⚠️ Blurry central vision
⚠️ Straight lines appearing wavy
⚠️ Dark or empty spots in the center of vision
⚠️ Needing brighter light to read

The American Optometric Association emphasizes that early stages may have little to no symptoms — which is why routine exams matter.

If something looks “off,” don’t wait.

Your central vision is too important. 💛

DID YOU KNOW? 👉🏼Myopia management (not JUST GLASSES) focuses on slowing progression of the condition! Common treatments ...
09/10/2025

DID YOU KNOW?
👉🏼Myopia management (not JUST GLASSES) focuses on slowing progression of the condition! Common treatments include prescription glasses AND contact lenses for clear distance vision. Specialized options like miSight, orthokeratology (overnight reshaping lenses), and atropine eye drops can slow myopia in children.

🍎Lifestyle changes, such as increased outdoor time and reduced near work, also help. For adults, refractive surgeries like LASIK or PRK may offer permanent correction. Regular eye exams are essential to monitor changes and adjust treatment plans. Early intervention is key to reducing long-term risks like retinal detachment or glaucoma associated with high myopia.

Let’s learn more about miSight next week!! Stay tuned!

What is MYOPIA? Myopia, or nearsightedness, is a common vision condition where close objects appear clear, but distant o...
09/03/2025

What is MYOPIA?

Myopia, or nearsightedness, is a common vision condition where close objects appear clear, but distant objects look blurry. It occurs when the eyeball is too long or the cornea is too curved, causing light to focus in front of the retina instead of directly on it.

👉🏼Myopia typically develops in childhood and may progress with age. Genetics and environmental factors, like excessive screen time 💻 or lack of outdoor activity, can contribute.

👉🏼It is usually corrected with glasses, contact lenses, or refractive surgery. Regular eye exams are needed to help manage OR even SLOW DOWN nearsightedness, especially in children and adolescents.

Next week we will talk about HOW we can MANAGE IT!

🚨New Product🚨 👉🏼Did you know you can now have hearing aids INSIDE your eyeglass frames?!? 🤯Revolutionary Nuance Audio ey...
07/14/2025

🚨New Product🚨

👉🏼Did you know you can now have hearing aids INSIDE your eyeglass frames?!? 🤯

Revolutionary Nuance Audio eyeglasses combine two essential senses in one sleek design. Call us to schedule a consultation today.

Did you know the human eye blinks about 4.2 million times a year? 👁 That’s like giving your eyes a mini workout every fe...
06/25/2025

Did you know the human eye blinks about 4.2 million times a year? 👁 That’s like giving your eyes a mini workout every few seconds! Blinking keeps your eyes hydrated and protected—it’s one of nature’s coolest reflexes. 💧�

What to do if your child gets pink eye: 👁💧 🧼 Keep hands and face clean—frequent handwashing helps prevent spreading. 🚫 A...
06/24/2025

What to do if your child gets pink eye: 👁💧 🧼 Keep hands and face clean—frequent handwashing helps prevent spreading. 🚫 Avoid sharing towels, pillows, or other personal items. ⚕‍👨🏼 Contact us for advice on treatment and relief if the condition persists more than 1 day. Pink eye is common, but quick action can make all the difference!

Surprise! Dr. Chase and Miles are expecting their first baby — a little girl — at the end of July. 💕We are so excited to...
04/14/2025

Surprise! Dr. Chase and Miles are expecting their first baby — a little girl — at the end of July. 💕
We are so excited to share the good news! Dr. Chase will be out on maternity leave August through most of September. Don’t forget that Dr. Heather West has joined the practice now and will also be seeing patients for Dr. Chase during her leave. Make sure to schedule your appointments early if you’re trying to see Dr. Chase before she leaves! 865-435-1513

👓 NEW YEAR, NEW DOCTOR 👓We are so excited for Dr. Heather West to be joining our practice on Tuesdays and Wednesdays! So...
02/11/2025

👓 NEW YEAR, NEW DOCTOR 👓
We are so excited for Dr. Heather West to be joining our practice on Tuesdays and Wednesdays! Soon, you can schedule with her online at our website or by calling our office : 865-435-1513

Dr. Heather West is a Knoxville native and received her undergraduate degree from Carson-Newman University. She earned her doctorate of optometry from Nova Southeastern University College of Optometry. She received her externship training from Dr. Morris in Miami, FL and Clayton Eye Center in Atlanta, GA.

Dr. West has practiced in Knoxville and surrounding counties over 15 years and serves all types of patients and different ages. She specializes in diabetic eye management, contact lenses, myopia management, and dry eye disease management.

She enjoys spending time with her family alongside their many sports activities. She is also involved with her church and is an avid cross-fitter.

Welcome, Dr. West!

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Fox-Chase Optometry Team

Our office welcomes you to our page, and we would love to be your new trusted eyecare provider. Our optometric physicians, Timothy Fox and Mary Chase, are both alumni from the Southern College of Optometry in Memphis, TN. Both doctors are focused on serving our community by providing excellent service at a fair price, thorough examinations, and a friendly environment. Our office staff, Amanda and Tami, keep up with the latest eyewear fashion trends and can help style your new glasses look, including sunwear.