Thomas Eye Care

02/16/2026

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02/10/2026

February is Age-Related Macular Degeneration awareness month.

Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) is an ocular disease that causes damage to the macula. The macula is responsible for our sharp, central vision. However, it does not affect peripheral (side) vision.

There are two types of AMD, the first one being Dry AMD, which is more common. This is when areas of the macula get thinner as we age, and small deposits called Drusen build up on the layer under the retina called the Retinal Pigment Epithelium (RPE). These deposits, and other age-related changes, cause vision to worsen over time.

Wet AMD is the more serious form of AMD. It is when new and abnormal blood vessels grow under the retina. They can leak fluids (such as blood) and scar the macula. Vision loss occurs more quickly with Wet AMD than with Dry AMD.

How is AMD diagnosed? Your eye doctor may use an Amsler grid, which helps you to notice any areas in your field of vision that may appear blurry, blank, or distorted. Your eye doctor will also dilate your pupils to get a better look into your eyes, using a special lens and Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT). They may also use a special dye called Fluorescein to examine what is happening with the blood vessels in your eye.

AMD is, unfortunately, not curable. But its progress can be slowed down. For now, only the progress of Dry AMD with geographic atrophy (GA) can be slowed. GA is when central vision is lost. Treatment of Dry AMD involves injections of medication to slow further vision loss, and you may also be recommended by your doctor to make changes to your diet.

Wet AMD also involves injections, which comprise of medications that help reduce further growth of the leaking, abnormal blood cells we mentioned earlier, and it also slows down the leaking of any previously formed blood vessels. Sometimes a laser surgery is performed for Wet AMD, and it involves an eye surgeon using a laser to reduce the number of blood vessels and slow the leaking.

If you would like to learn more about Age-Related Macular Degeneration, click on the link below:

Concerned about macular degeneration? Learn the early signs, risk factors, and the latest treatments to help protect your central vision and maintain quality of life.

02/02/2026

Meet our new contact lens distributor, MARLO by Alcon Vision! It allows you to have contact lenses made by Alcon Vision (such as Dailies Total 1, Precision 7, and Total 30) shipped to your home for FREE! You can create your own account (also free!) and purchase your contact lenses via the app. Not feeling so tech savvy? No worries; We'll place your order for you! Contact lenses on backorder? MARLO ships you contact lens trials for free too! MARLO will also alert you when it's time to order more contacts, as well as when you're coming due for your annual routine vision exam. And you will still be able to receive any available rebates!

Are you interested in signing up with this new distributor? Give us a call or send us a text to 918-376-2700 and we'll help get you set up!

01/30/2026

The rooms get warm easily, but we're still freezing up front 😆🥶

01/27/2026

If you're a fan of the Betsey Johnson brand like Dale and Jessica, we've got you! Come see what we have on our board. If you don't see what you're looking for, never fear: Ask one of our opticians about ordering the frame you want!

01/26/2026

Good morning! We are open until 5:00pm today. Come see us if you need a pair of sunglasses to save your eyes from that bright snow out there 😎

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01/22/2026

January is Glaucoma Awareness Month. Did you know that Glaucoma is the leading cause of blindness in individuals over the age of 60 the United States? It has no noticeable symptoms in the early stages, and vision loss is so gradual that many people do not even realize they’re losing their vision until sight is compromised.

What is Glaucoma? In a healthy eye, fluid (aqueous humor) is constantly made, and it must drain away at the same rate at which it is made. Otherwise, there's trouble. When the aqueous humor no longer drains correctly, this causes the pressure in our eyes (called Intraocular Pressure, or IOP) to rise. It is important for our IOP to maintain at a normal level. If left untreated, Glaucoma damages the optic nerve, causing permanent vision loss and eventually leads to blindness.

How is Glaucoma diagnosed and treated? Routine vision exams are the key to your Optometrist or Ophthalmologist seeing signs of/ Glaucoma and diagnosing early. An excellent tool in diagnosing is the Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) scan, which is painless, non-invasive, and over within seconds. It is recommended for all ages, as many diseases (including Glaucoma) can be diagnosed at any age.

Unfortunately, Glaucoma cannot be stopped. But its progression can be slowed and controlled. Treatment can vary, but it often consists of eye drops, although surgery may be necessary. It is crucial to not only attend your yearly routine vision exams, but to also follow-up as recommended by your eye doctor for any eye disease, including Glaucoma.

If you would like to learn more about Glaucoma, you can read this article from the American Academy of Ophthalmology:

Worried about glaucoma? Learn what this “silent thief of sight” really means, how to spot early signs, and the latest treatments to protect your vision.

01/19/2026

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01/12/2026

Come in at any time to find your new favorite frame, just like Stacie did with her Betsey Johnson frame! We are open Monday through Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm and have hundreds of options to choose from. No appointment necessary--You just need a current glasses prescription!

01/05/2026

Jordan wants to remind you that we can add a Chemistrie Clip to ANY frame! Chemistrie Clips are a fun, customizable way to turn your every day glasses into a pair of sunglasses. The lens, bridge, and magnet colors are all customizable. And yes--they CAN have mirror lenses like Jordan's 😎

01/01/2026

Happy New Year!! May 2026 be filled with blessings, fun frames, and staying on top of eye health this year ✨