We know your vision is important to you – and it’s important to us. When you come for your appointment, we make sure to schedule ample time for your appointment so you will never feel rushed. Our office provides complete eye care for both adults and children. Our comprehensive eye examinations will check your eyes inside and out for any potential eye disorders or diseases. Your visual skills and abilities are carefully evaluated and appropriate treatment is prescribed, whether it’s medication, lenses, or vision therapy. We are prepared to handle whatever your eyecare needs are, and will treat them with the latest in diagnostic equipment and are committed to keeping up with eye care technology.
A routine eye exam should always include a careful look at the retina, which is located at the back of the eye, to screen for abnomalities or disease. This sensitive tissue that makes up the retina is susceptible to a variety of diseases that can ultimately lead to partial loss of vision or even complete blindness. Early detection of any retinal abnormality is thus crucial. Previously, this screening was done by dilating the pupils, a procedure that many patients found uncomfortable, inconvenient, and time-consuming. Now we are able to view the back of the eye with the Optomap Imaging system. In less than a quarter of a second a digital image of the retina is taken giving the doctor a larger view than with a dilated exam.
There have been many advances made to soft and gas permeable contact lenses in the last decade. Our office has the latest in contact lens technology. Whether you have astigmatism or just a standard prescription, we stock a wide range of diagnostic lenses to fit you and your needs. We have the new Focus Night and Day lens. This lens has been approved for continuous wear of up to 30 days. We also offer the latest in colored contact lenses for dark and light eyes such as Expressions, Freshlook and Acuvue 2 Colours. For our patients that want to change more than just their eye color we offer the WildEyes and Crazy Lenses lines. Ask us about the new O2 lenses; approved for up to one week of continuous wear.
For the firm lens wearers, we offer the latest in Gas Permeable technology. This includes the new Extended Wear Menicon Z Thin lens. These lenses have been approved for extended wear up to 30 days.
New lens materials allow more oxygen to the front of the eye, which keeps the cornea healthy and your vision clear.
Our optical laboratory has the latest in equipment to not only fabricate your glasses, but to maintain and repair them should they become broken or damaged. We are able to tint, coat, harden and edge spectacle lenses. We are able to provide you with any frame or lens design available. Our highly qualified Licensed Opticians, Jason and Connie, and staff are able to adjust and fit your glasses to you for extended comfort and vision.
Simmons Eyecare Clinic is an authorized dealer for Oakley, Maui Jim, Ed Hardy and Chrome Hearts sunglasses. Come by and see the latest styles available with or without prescription.
Frames
- Designer Lines
- Safety Frames
- Sports Frames
- Childrens Frames
- Sunglasses
- Spring Hinges
- Lightweight
- Metals
- Large Selection
Lens Features
- Thin, Lightweight Lenses
- Safety Lenses
- Polycarbonate Lenses
- Progressive Lenses
- Computer Lenses
- Sports Lenses
- Transition Lenses
- Special Tints
- Anti-Reflective Coatings
- Ultra-Violet Protection
One year warranty on glasses
*Receive a 15% discount on your 2nd pair of glasses when purchased at the same time as your 1st pair.
*Receive a 15% discount on multiple pairs of glasses when purchased within 3 months of the original pair.
Cataracts: The natural lens in the eye gradually becomes less clear as we get older. When opacities develop in the lens and the lens gets too hazy, vision will be impaired. Our office can diagnose and manage cataract care. When the cataract affects the vision to the extent that you cannot read or see distant objects comfortably, we will recommend cataract surgery. Our office co-manages with cataract specialists that are proven experts in cataract surgery. Cataract surgery can provide you with a bright new world of vision.
Glaucoma: Glaucoma gradually destroys the optic nerve tissue in the back of the eye. The greatest danger of glaucoma stems from the fact that the disease is painless and without obvious symptoms until significant damage has occurred. The most common cause is from pressure being too high inside the eye, but vascular disease and other diseases can also cause glaucoma. We always monitor for glaucoma during routine eye examinations. Tests include checking the pressure of the eye, screening for peripheral vision defects and analyzing the appearance of the optic nerve. If you are diagnosed with glaucoma, we typically prescribe medications that lower the eye pressure. Most forms of glaucoma are successfully treated with eye drops. Laser treatments and eye surgery are secondary treatments that offer alternative ways to treat more advanced glaucoma.
Diabetes: Diabetic patients should have a dilated retinal examination each year. Laser treatments have proven to slow the progression of retinal eye disease for many patients. Diabetes often stimulates the growth of new blood vessels in the back of the eye, which ultimately leak and damage the retina. If this condition is discovered early, laser treatment can destroy these vessels. We have the latest instruments used to detect changes in the back of the eye. If we discover advancing diabetic eye disease that can be treated or needs further evaluation, we will refer you for consultation and further testing to a board certified retinal specialist.
Our office provides emergency services for eye infections and eye injuries. Please call our office at 501-778-2363 during office hours or our emergency number; 501-303-2201 (pager) after hours or on weekends. Our staff will work with you to schedule an appointment as soon as possible. After assessing the extent of the injury or infection a treatment plan will be formulated and explained to you. Treatment may include medications and supportive care. Follow-up visits to monitor your recovery will be scheduled as needed.
Dry Eyes: Symptoms include scratchy eyes, burning, mild redness and gritty feeling eyes. Oral medications, reading, computer tasks and dry environments may aggravate marginally dry eyes. Dry eyes can be diagnosed by using dyes to observe tear patterns, evaluation of the amount of tears on the front of the eye and from review of your symptoms. Treatment may include artificial tears; eye drops for treating allergies; and/or punctal plugs inserted in the tear drainage canals.
Allergies can be particularly annoying to contact lens wearers. In the past many people had to quit wearing their lenses for a month or two during the allergy season. New lens materials and allergy medications have made it possible for these people to eliminate itchy eyes. There are medications effective and safe even in children as young as three.
Most people with vision correction issues are wanting to know more about Lasik and whether it is right for them. Here is a brief description of the procedure;
A flap is created in the cornea and gently folded back. An Excimer Laser is used to reshape the cornea into a flatter shape (this is much like a contact lens corrects vision by forming a new shape on the cornea). The flap is then put back in place, acting like a natural bandage. The healing process is quick and the discomfort level is quite low.
People will often say that they did not feel anything, and could see well the very first day. Most people have improved vision in 24-48 hours. Although, it must be noted that each person will heal at a different rate. Vision, although greatly improved immediately after surgery, often continues to improve for some weeks, even months.
Lasik is not for everyone. People's eyes are different so even though you may have had a friend who has had Lasik, it may not be the best course of treatment for you. If you are interested in laser vision correction, we will be happy to guide you in choosing the right surgeon, procedure and laser appropriate for you.
After the procedure, we take great care to monitor your eyes and adjust your medication for the best possible results.
Our office provides co-management for many of the surgical services such as Cataract surgery, Laser surgery, Refractive surgery and Strabismic surgery. We are affiliated with TLC Laser Eye Centers. They are noted for having the most stringent standards and training for their surgeons and affiliate members.
Additionally, we have working arrangements established with other specialized eye care doctors to manage such things as retinal detachments, retinal tears and hemorrhages.
We are proud to announce the addition of Optomap retinal screening technology to our practice. We are concerned about retinal problems including macular degeneration, glaucoma, retinal holes or detachments and systemic diseases such as diabetes, stroke and high blood pressure. These conditions can lead to serious health problems including partial loss of vision or blindness, and often develop without warning and progress with no symptoms. Optomap is fast, easy and comfortable and will not require dilating drops (in most cases), which result in blurred vision and sensitivity to light.
We accept cash, personal checks, ATM, American Express®, MasterCard®, Visa®, and Discover®. Also, please visit Care Credit for an affordable way to pay for your procedures.
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