Jems Optical

Truth or Myth? ''An eye exam is just for getting your prescription updated.'' Myth! A comprehensive eye exam does measure your visual acuity, but it’s also essential for checking the health of your eyes. It’s the only way we can detect some eye diseases before they harm your vision. Visit our website to book your next eye exam.

If you constantly wake up with aching, dry eyes, it can feel like there’s no such thing as a proper night’s sleep. Your symptoms could be due to dry eye disease, which is usually caused by a problem with tear production. While it can help to run a humidifier at night, we encourage you to book an eye exam so we can create a custom dry eye solution for you. Visit our website to book.

When you get the urge to rub your eyes, do your best to resist! Rubbing your eyes can damage your cornea and over time, this can raise your risk of infection. If you’re often tempted to rub your eyes, you may have dry eyes. Come see us so we can diagnose the cause of your discomfort and start finding you relief. Book your appointment on our website.

We’re seeing more and more children with nearsightedness (myopia) these days. We take a high-tech approach to your child’s vision, designed with their long-term sight in mind. We do a quick, noninvasive scan to measure and track the length of their eye, a major contributing factor to myopia. Visit our website to learn more.

Glasses aren’t one-size-fits-all. Our optician can make some adjustments to get a better fit, but some glasses simply won’t sit comfortably on your face and in those cases, we’ll find you something better. When you shop for glasses with us, we think about the little details so you end up with great glasses. Visit us soon!

Diabetes dramatically raises the risk of eye diseases. Controlling your blood sugar plays a huge role in protecting you against vision loss when you have diabetes. Regular eye exams—at least annually, but sometimes more often—are essential and can detect the earliest signs of vision damage. Visit our website to book a diabetic eye exam.

Reading glasses and computer glasses don’t have to be boring! In fact, they're the perfect opportunity to go super bold. We understand that, for some people, getting reading glasses is something you have to do, and not something you're excited about. So let's add some excitement. Come in and try on bold colors, fun shapes, and an unexpected pop of style for your new glasses.

Save the cookie cutters for the kitchen, not your eye care. Our technology-driven approach to your vision means we can provide exceptionally customized care catered to your eyes and your life. Book your eye exam on our website now.

While it’s normal to feel tired after a long day at work, dealing with headaches, eye strain, and neck pain is definitely not normal. Sometimes, chronic headaches are related to a small misalignment between your eyes that causes your brain to work overtime to compensate. Visit our website to book your exam.

We know it looks like something out of a sci-fi movie, but the phoropter was actually invented more than a century ago! This stalwart piece of optometry equipment helps your optometrist determine your refractive error. They will switch between lenses and ask you which one helps you to see more clearly. ''What's better, 1 or 2'' (And if they look the same to you, that’s OK!) Head to our website to book your next eye exam.

If your eyes frequently feel dry, you probably have your tears to blame. Tears are made up of 3 layers: mucin, water, and oil. The meibomian glands in your eyelids supply the oil layer, and when those glands get blocked, your tears don’t work properly. Visit us for a dry eye assessment so we can treat your dry eye and provide you with lasting relief.

Did you know that if you have a progressive prescription your frame shape and size matter? Your lenses need to be deep enough (that's the size from top to bottom) to support your multiple prescriptions without compromising your vision. We take care to help you find frames that you love the look of and that support your vision. Visit us soon to tap into our team’s expertise.

You’ve probably heard that your face shape can help decide what kind of glasses you wear. In fact, your face size is even more important!

If your glasses are too wide or narrow for your face, they not only can look wrong but also slide down your face or feel uncomfortable. We don’t want that to happen. Visit our expert eyewear team soon.

When you’re shopping for glasses, it can help to wear clothes and makeup that you intend to wear with your glasses and do your hair as you typically wear it. This gives you a more realistic view of how they’ll work with your style and your complexion. Visit us soon and our team will help you have a fantastic experience when you’re shopping for glasses.

Your corneas are pretty amazing! They can heal themselves from the sorts of minor scratches that can happen every so often. But if you ever notice vision changes, including pain, light sensitivity, lots of floaters, or flashes of light, please come see us right away so we can rule out serious vision issues. Call us directly or book an exam through our website.

Not all eye drops are created equal! If you are using drops regularly to address irritated, tired, dry eyes, let our expert team help you out. Dry eye disease is a chronic condition, but with the right care, you can find relief from your symptoms. Book your eye exam on our website.

Some people's dry eyes are what we'd categorize as aqueous tear-deficient dry eye. This means your dry, irritated eyes are due to your eyes not producing enough tears. Your vision needs are unique. In your eye exam, we'll diagnose the likely cause of your dry eyes so we can make recommendations to relieve your symptoms. Book your eye exam on our website.

If the eyes are the window to the soul, they deserve gorgeous window-dressing!

We carry a wide range of designer and brand name frames to fit your style and budget. When you visit our optical shop, we work with you to find great glasses that fit you exceptionally well. Are you due for some new glasses? Let us know in the comments.

Aviators, cat-eyes, rounded frames, or square—do you have a go-to frame shape when you’re shopping for new glasses?

We believe in experimenting a little when picking out new eyewear! A shake-up in shape can change your whole look. Come in and try on some of our latest frames to see for yourself. Tell us your favorite frame shape in the comments!

How well can you recognize pink eye (conjunctivitis)? It is a reddish inflammation of the white part (called the conjunctiva) of your eye. If you suspect someone in your home has pink eye, don’t share towels, pillows, or eye makeup until it’s resolved, as bacterial and viral pink eye are very infectious. If you suspect you have an eye infection, please contact us to book an appointment right away.

It’s normal for a baby’s eyes to occasionally wander in the first months of life, but we expect to see their eyes move and focus together by about 6 months old. Wandering or crossed eyes (strabismus) should be treated as early as possible to prevent vision loss. We like to see babies for their first eye exam at 6 months old. Book your eye exam on our website.

Omega-3 fatty acids are fantastic for your eyes. These healthy fats can help soothe dry eyes and protect against eye diseases. Get your dose from fish like salmon, sardines, and herring, or from a daily fish oil supplement. Regular eye exams and a healthy diet are key to protecting your sight. Book yours on our website.

In our quest to get you the best possible vision and comfort from your contact lenses, we may use corneal topography to create a detailed map of your cornea. This quick, noninvasive imaging technique gives us key information about the shape of your eyes. Visit our website to learn more about specialty contacts or book your appointment.

There’s so many things to love about a cat-eye frame!

This fun shape has vintage vibes, adding some quirkiness to your look. The cat-eye naturally uplifts your facial features, which can make you look a little brighter—no matter how much sleep you got the night before. What do you think? Are you into the cat-eye shape? Let us know in the comments.

Square frames are back in a BIG way. This oversized, geometric trend of the '70s is here to make a statement once again. We especially love a bold, square look for sunglasses and second pairs, but there’s nothing stopping you from going this route for your primary pair either. Come on in and try on a few options. We’d love to help you out.