There's no question: the the single best way to protect your vision is through regular professional eye examinations. In between examinations, if you notice a change in your vision —or your eye is injured in any way— contact Dr. Jones!

After you schedule an appointment with Dr. Jones, you can get ready for your appointment with our eye exam checklist and learn what you can expect during the exam.

We have a large selection of Frames to choose from:

Luxottica

Marchon

Safilo

Adidas

And we have many stylish Sunglasses by:

Adidas

Vogue

Ray ban

Revo

Gargoyles

Freedom. Flexibility. And high performance. Soft contact lenses can be a superior option for busy people who need vision correction. They help you look your best, but never slip down your nose, fog up unexpectedly, or get in the way of your peripheral vision.

Clear vision. Convenience. Comfort. What's stopping you?

Most people can wear contact lenses, including people with active lifestyles and people who have astigmatism and presbyopia. However, only your eye doctor can tell you whether contact lenses are right for you.

Dr. Jones is a referral doctor for laser vision correction at TLC Big Sky in Billings, MT. He provides quality pre-op and post-op care.

What is Glaucoma?

Glaucoma occurs when a build-up of fluid in the eye creates pressure, damaging the optic nerve. It may be caused by a gradual blockage of the canal through which the excess fluid inside the eye typically drains. Often as you age the drainage angle becomes less efficient.

What are the symptoms of Glaucoma?

Glaucoma often starts slowly, exhibiting no symptoms at all until it has caused serious, irreversible damage. It is the primary reason to have regular eye exams after you turn 40. With early intervention you have a much better chance of preserving your vision. The three common signs of glaucoma are increased intraocular pressure, visual field loss and damage to the optic nerve and nerve fibers.

Sometimes glaucoma sets in rapidly, with

• Blurred vision
• Severe eye pain
• Headache
• Rainbow haloes
• Nausea and vomiting

These symptoms require immediate intervention.

How can you treat Glaucoma?

Prescription eye drops can decrease eye pressure by slowing the production of fluids within the eye or by improving the drainage flow. These medications are effective for most patients when taken regularly. Glaucoma may also be treated by surgery to prevent or slow further damage.

What is involved in surgery for Glaucoma?

Glaucoma surgery improves the flow of fluids in the eye, relieving pressure on the optic nerve. Your doctor uses a highly focused laser beam either to modify the existing drainage route or to create an alternate hole in the iris, depending on the type of glaucoma you have. Surgery can treat glaucoma; however, it cannot reverse existing damage, so it is imperative to get treatment as early as possible to minimize vision loss.