Myopia Management Through Orthokeratology
Myopia, more commonly referred to as nearsightedness, is a common refractive condition affecting millions of people worldwide. In fact, 1 out of 3 people in the U.S. alone are nearsighted. People with this condition have trouble seeing objects at a distance clearly because the distance from the cornea (front of the eye) to the retina […]
Mark Marlow, L.D.O.
Mark Marlow, Optician “It’s about getting the right fit for your eyes so you can get the clearest vision in your eyeglasses or contacts. I’m committed to my patients, so I encourage everyone to bring in their prescriptions and see for themselves.” Licensed Optician Mark Marlow was born in Detroit, Michigan, but grew up here […]
Special Offers from EyeCare Optical!
20% Off Lenses and Frames Present this card for 20% off the total cost of your lenses and frames. Offer valid at EyeCare Optical’s ten Knoxville locations. Not valid with insurance and can not be combined with any other discounts. Must have a minimum purchase of $100. Maui Jim and Oakley brands are excluded. Offer […]
Use It or Lose It
A lot of us have been there before – the end of the year creeps up and the hard realization hits that we have yet to use our Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) or other eye insurance benefits for glasses or contacts before they fade away with the onset of the new year. The result is […]
Astigmatism
Astigmatism is an imperfection in the curvature of the cornea or lens of the eye. If the cornea or lens is irregularly shaped, the light that enters the eye isn’t refracted properly, resulting in distorted vision. If the imperfection lies with the cornea, it is called corneal astigmatism. If it’s the lens that is distorted, […]
Care Tips for Contacts
Protect your eyes by caring for your contacts the right way. Here are some helpful tips for contact lens wearers. An estimated 45 million Americans wear contact lenses. They’re especially popular here in East Tennessee due to the abundance of outdoor activities our beautiful area provides, whereas glasses may be considered more of a hinderance […]
The Importance of Comprehensive Eye Exams
Make getting your comprehensive eye exam a priority if you haven’t already! A lot of people make the decision to visit an eye clinic only when they notice a change in their vision. We understand it’s easy to forget about scheduling regular eye appointments if you’re seeing clearly and everything appears to be fine. But […]
C. Allyn Hildebrand, O.D., Knoxville & Hardin Valley, TN
C. Allyn Hildebrand, O.D. Ophthalmic Specialties Contact Lens Refractive Surgery Consultation Ocular Disease: Management and Treatment Education Undergraduate:B.S.Memphis State UniversityMemphis, TN Medical School:Doctor of OptometrySouthern College of OptometryMemphis, TN Board Certifications 1989 National Board of Optometry 1989 Board Certified in Treatment andManagement of Ocular Disease Professional Affiliations American Optometric Association AOA Contact Lens Section Tennessee […]
Daniel Horton, O.D., Knoxville, Maryville & Sevierville, TN
Daniel Horton, O.D. Ophthalmic Specialties Comprehensive Eye Care & Consultation Contact Lens Refractive Surgery Consultation Ocular Disease: Management and Treatment Education Undergraduate:B.S. BiologyUniversity of TennesseeKnoxville, TN Medical School:Doctor of OptometrySouthern College of OptometryMemphis, TN Board Certifications Tennessee State Board of Optometry National Board of Optometry Professional Affiliations “It’s not like people are built in a […]
Eyecare Optical – Knoxville
Main Office1124 E. Weisgarber RoadKnoxville, TN 37909 Phone: (865) 584-0905 EyeCare Optical – Knoxville is located at 1124 E Weisgarber Road, less than 1 mile off I-40 and Papermill Road. Optometrists:Gregory Everett, O.D.C. Allyn Hildebrand, O.D.Shawn Sussmane, O.D.Daniel Horton, O.D. Opticians: John Wolfenbarger, L.D.O.Chad Baker, L.D.O.Anthony Laboy, L.D.O. Facebook EyeCare Optical is a vision center […]
Nearsightedness
Nearsightedness (also called myopia) is the most common form of vision impairment in people under the age of 40. In fact, it’s estimated that by the year 2025, roughly 50% of the world’s population will be nearsighted. What Are Symptoms Of Nearsightedness? A person who is nearsighted has difficulty seeing things at a distance clearly […]
Farsightedness
Farsightedness (also called hyperopia) is a refractive error in which distant objects appear clearer, while closer objects are more blurred. About 5 to 10 percent of Americans are farsighted. What Are Symptoms Of Farsightedness? People with farsightedness are able to focus better on objects far away than ones close up. In addition to blurry near […]
