Consider using your Flexible Spending benefit for routine eye care, glasses, contact lenses or LASIK surgery! If you would like LASIK, but think you can't afford it - call today. FSA dollars qualify and you could plan ahead for the coming year!

At Wilkinson Eye Center, we take the time to fit your contact lenses with expert service.  Our contact specialist, Dr. John Schmitz, utilizes his 30 years experience to fit you with contact lenses providing optimum vision, comfort and eye health.  We are continually pursuing new information and new technology to provide you with the best contact lens experience, not just an "adequate" perscription.

 

"What's new in the world of contact lenses?  Wow, technology never slows down! We now have the first high oxygen flow DAILY disposable soft contact lens.  All previous daily disposables have much lower oxygen flow.  Our corneas need oxygen to stay healthy and the new Trueye by Acuvue is the answer.  The comfort is phenomenal.  It is available for farsighted and nearsighted prescriptions."  - Dr. John Schmitz, O.D.

Contact Lens FYI's:
-Soft contact lenses contain pores which act like a sponge.  The longer a lens is worn the more its pores become "plugged", restricting oxygen to the cornea. The more frequently you dispose of a contact lens the healthier for your eyes and the more comfortable you will be.
 
-Generic contact lens solutions are not always the same. If a store changes their supplier, you may be getting a different solution and not know it. Also, these solutions are formulated using older technology.  We advise to never use a generic or store-brand solution.
 
-Every contact lens wearer should have an updated pair of eyeglasses.  The most successful contact lens wearers are those who do not solely rely on their contact lenses.  Would you be comfortable to wear your eyeglasses every day in the event of an eye infection???  What if you lost or tore your lenses?  "Back-up" glasses are a must.
 
-Contact lens wearers find themselves more sensitive to the sunlight. Contact lenses contain water which attracts the sun like water in a lake or pool.  Good quality polarized sunglasses will enhance your contact lens comfort and vision.
 
-You should rinse your contact lens case out daily with hot water and let air dry. Your case should be replaced every 1 to 2 months.
 
-NEVER continue to wear your contact lenses for longer than instructed by your contact lens professional.  
 
-Contact lenses are considered a medical device as they sit directly on your cornea.  A contact lens prescription expires yearly. At that time your contact lens professional will evaluate your corneal health and renew the prescription.

There are hundreds of lenses out there and your choices can be overwhelming.  That's why we're here; we'll work with you to get you the right perscription and the right fit.  Whatever your vision and comfort needs, Wilkinson Eye Center will rise above the rest to meet them.

 

This year's Kids' Days were a great success, in large part due to the wonderful friends we had visit both offices.  Technicians Jody and Kristy arranged for "entertainment" for  young and old alike with Therapy Dogs from the Mid-Michigan Therapy Dogs, Inc.  Their dogs are "Angels with Paws" to the people they visit.  These MMTD teams volunteer at Assisted Living Homes, Nursing Homes, Libraries, Hospitals, Schools and Hospice.  It's a 12 week training course to become certified. 
 
Lucy Mader is a lead trainer in the program.  She arranged for several volunteers and their dogs to visit our offices.  Thanks Lucy!
 
What is a therapy dog?  MMTD explains: "Therapy dogs come in all sizes and breeds.  A good therapy dog must be friendly, confident, patient, gentle and at ease in all situations.  A dog working with children must be especially patient and forgiving of little hands tugging at their ears and tail.  These dogs must enjoy human contact and be content to be petted and handled by different individuals.  A therapy dog is a family pet that is trained to provide comfort to people in hospitals, nursing homes, schools, and other locations.  The dog's primary job is to bring joy and comfort to unfamiliar people by making physical contact with them."

 

There are many Therapy Dog programs all over the nation, including quite a few in Michigan.  The smiles and comfort these dogs bring to patients, school children, the elderly or anyone needing the love of a furry friend is priceless and more than rewarding to the people, the dogs and their owners.

 

If you would like more information - whether to arrange a visit or to apply for the program for yourself and your dog - call Mid-Michigan Therapy Dogs, Inc. at 810-308-9921.