Are objects at a distance or close by appearing blurry? If so, it's definitely time for an eye exam! Visit our website to schedule yours today.
Yay! It’s officially Fall! What do you look forward to the most this season? Comment below!
Which do you prefer to wear? Hit 👍 for glasses or ♥️ for contacts.
Thousands of sports-related eye injuries occur every year. Here’s a few tips on how to avoid them: Wear the correct eye protection and make sure they're polycarbonate lenses, they’re 10x more resistant to impact than other lenses. Wear additional protective eyewear, if you wear contact lenses or glasses. Wear eye protection if you've had any previous eye injuries or surgeries. Regularly inspect protective eyewear for any damages. Lastly, contact us to determine which protective eyewear is best for your needs!
Our hands touch a variety of surfaces throughout the day—counters, doorknobs, our phones, etc. So remember to wash your hands before touching your face or eyes to prevent spreading any germs into your body!
Water on contact lenses is a big no-no! Water contains microorganisms that could cause an eye infection, even if the water is clean.
For those working and schooling from home, screen time has now doubled! Here are some tips to help minimize the damaging effects of too much screen time:
Have you decided on this year's Halloween costume? For most costumes, makeup is the most essential part! Here are some tips to help you avoid eye irritation or infection when using makeup:
Billions of people around the world experience vision problems because they don’t have access to the proper eyecare & glasses. Most of these vision impairments could have been avoided had they been diagnosed & treated early on by an eye doctor. When was the last time you had an eye exam? Make sure to get annual eye exams and encourage your family, friends, and colleagues to do so as well! #HopeInSight
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Try these simple tips to keep your glasses fog-free!
- Wear a mask that fits snugly around your nose.
- Place a folded tissue under your mask, right at the bridge of your nose, to absorb the moisture.
- Ask us about anti-fog sprays and wipes!
October is Eye Injury Prevention Month! Each year, thousands are affected by eye injuries, the majority of which could have been prevented by wearing proper protective eyewear & taking simple precautions. Believe it or not, half of eye injuries occur in our very homes!
Why is it so important for diabetics to get a yearly eye exam? Not only does diabetes affect your body but it can also seriously damage your vision, potentially leading to vision loss. With the proper care, like getting a yearly dilated eye exam & maintaining a healthy diet, you can help keep your eyes healthy! Contact us to schedule your yearly dilated eye exam.
The Optician's educate the patient on their insurance benefits, different lens options and frame styling. Their goal is to make the patient feel comfortable regarding their glasses purchase. Must be comfortable with designer or high end sales.
Duties include:
Assisting in all frame styling, and lens selection, place frame and lens order, stock frame boards, performs eyeglass repairs, inspects incoming jobs, maintains inventory, and informs patients when their glasses and/or contacts are ready for pick up. Must have exceptional customer services skills , be goal oriented , and have a positive team-focused attitude. Willingness to learn other positions is important as well, we are a team and strongly believe in cross training so we can all help each other throughout the day
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Licensed Optician
Zoom meetings may be great for work, but really not appropriate for an eye exam. TSO eye exams are in-person with an experienced eye doctor in a COVID safe space. Texas State Optical will help you Maximize your insurance benefits. Beat the rush before benefits expire!
REMINDER! Tomorrow, Daylight Savings ends...
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New year, new perspective! Go ahead and get a new perspective with healthy eyes and don't forget to schedule your eye exam.
Did you swap your Dental plan for Vision Benefits this year? Texas State Optical is the right choice to Maximize your new vision benefits with experienced eye doctors and frame stylists, with the best selection of quality eyewear from the brands you love. TSO is always COVID safe and helps patients get the most from what they have!
Caring for the Eyes of Texas since 1936.
In 1824, 15-year-old Louis Braille created a reading and writing system for the blind and visually impaired, known as braille, in which raised dots represent the letters of the alphabet. His creation has played a major role in enabling the blind to experience more independence. Each year, on his birthday, we celebrate him and his life-changing invention.
A promising New Year means new vision benefits! Texas State Optical knows how to help patients maximize NEW vision benefits with professional optometrists in a COVID safe environment. Our insurance specialists work to get you the most value from your vision insurance. Start the new year with a fresh new look at TSO!
Caring for the Eyes of Texas since 1936.
Wishing everyone a year filled with love, laughter, joy, and happiness… Happy New Year! 🥂
WOW! It’s been quite a year hasn’t it?! 😰 What are you looking forward to the most in 2021?
Get in sync with your partner by gazing into each other's eyes! Research shows that couples that are in love and gaze into each other’s eyes for three minutes naturally experience synchronized heartbeats.
Did you know that Dr. William H. Lawson was the first African American optometrist certified to work in the United States and Canada? He graduated in 1912 from the Toronto School of Optometry in Toronto, Canada.
Together we can make a difference. By educating and informing ourselves and those around us about cancer, we can challenge misinformation, stigma, and fear. #WorldCancerDay
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World Cancer Day 2021: Together, all of our actions matter.
We’ve finally made it to the end of the week! Happy Friday everyone, and have a safe weekend!
False! It may give you a headache but it won’t cause your eyes to permanently be stuck that way.
An accurate prescription and progressive lens fitting requires precise measurements. TSO eye exams are in-person with an experienced eye doctor in a COVID safe optometry clinic. Texas State Optical will help you Maximize your New insurance benefits. 2021 is finally here, let us help you get the most from your vision benefits!
Caring for the Eyes of Texas since 1936
