Black Diamond Eye Care

08/07/2026

👀 Myth or Fact: "Sitting too close to the TV ruins your child's eyes."

Myth! Sitting close doesn't damage eyes — but it can be a sign your child is struggling to see clearly at a distance, which is worth a closer look.

As school ramps back up, near-vision habits (hello, tablets and homework) matter more than ever for healthy eye development.

Not sure if your kiddo's vision is on track? We're here to help.

📅 Schedule a back-to-school eye exam at our Castle Rock or Castle Pines office — link in bio.
🤳303-688-5066

08/05/2026

Let your children enjoy the outdoors without compromise!
with sun tints help children continue to wear their lenses while enjoying time outdoors, with added protection against UV and glare.

08/03/2026

07/24/2026

Before the school year starts, make sure vision is on your checklist. Kids don't always know their eyesight is off — they've never known anything different. A child who can't see the board clearly won't say so. They'll just struggle.

A back-to-school eye exam is one of the easiest wins you can give them heading into the year.

We still have appointments available at our Castle Rock and Castle Pines locations — but spots go fast once school starts.

👉 Book today. Link in bio.

07/22/2026

July is Dry Eye Awareness Month 👁️ — and summer is actually one of the sneakiest culprits.

AC dries out your tear film.
Pollen triggers inflammation.
Travel puts you in recycled, low-humidity air for hours.

Sound familiar? Dry eye and summer allergies can feel almost identical — but they're not the same thing, and treating one won't fix the other.

If your eyes have been burning, watering, or feeling gritty all summer, it might be time to find out what's actually going on.

We offer dry eye evaluations at both our Castle Rock and Castle Pines locations. 💙

07/20/2026

Congratulations to Dr. Jason Ortman on being named 2026 Optometrist of the Year! 🏆 given By the Colorado Optometric Association.

This honor is so well deserved. Your passion for patient care, commitment to excellence, and humble leadership inspire everyone around you.

Congratulations, Dr. Ortman! 👏💙

07/20/2026

July is UV Awareness Month — and your eyes deserve more than a squint and a prayer. ☀️
UV damage is sneaky. It adds up quietly, year after year. The fix is simple: great sunglasses that actually protect you (and look good doing it).
At Black Diamond, we've got you covered with:

✨ Everyday sunglasses

🏃 Sports eyewear

👁️ Second pairs for every season
Your vision is worth protecting. Come see us. 🖤💎
📍 Castle Rock | Castle Pines

07/17/2026

August is right around the corner. Are your kids' eyes ready? 🏫

We still have appointments available this week at both our Castle Rock and Castle Pines locations. If your child hasn't had an eye exam this year, now is the moment — not the night before school starts.

A clear prescription, a great pair of frames, and the confidence that comes with being able to see every word on every page: that's what we're here to give your family before the school year begins.

🗓️ Grab one of our remaining July spots — book now!

07/15/2026

Behind the scenes at Black Diamond this week 🎒

The team has been going above and beyond to squeeze in every back-to-school family we can before August. Pre-stocking our kids' frame selection, reviewing pediatric prescriptions with extra care, and making sure our youngest patients feel completely at ease from the moment they walk in.

This is the time of year that reminds us what small, community-based eye care is all about. We're not a big-box optical chain — we're your neighbors, and we take that seriously.

Castle Rock and Castle Pines: thank you for letting us be part of your family's school year prep. 💛

🙌 Share this with a local parent who's still working through their back-to-school list!

07/13/2026

The school year waits for no one — and neither do our appointment slots. 📆

July is moving fast, and we want to make sure every family in Castle Rock and Castle Pines has the chance to get their kids in before August. A comprehensive eye exam now means no surprises on day one.

Whether your child has never worn glasses, is due for a prescription update, or you simply want peace of mind — we're here for all of it. Same warm faces, same thorough care, same community you've trusted.

Don't put it off one more week.

📞 Call or book online today. Both locations are accepting new and returning patients.