Corliss Optometrists

Corliss Optometrists Corliss Optometrists proudly serves the Puyallup area with quality eye care services and a friendly We care about you and your family's vision wellness.

At Corliss Optometrists, you will find an experienced and helpful team of eye care professionals dedicated to meeting your eye health needs. Our mission is to exceed the expectations of our patients by providing exceptional eye care services. We strive to share our expertise with each patient to inform them of all aspects of their visual health, preventative eye health, and eye care products. Abov

e all, we believe that every person, patient and staff, who steps foot in our office, should be treated with respect, and should leave our office feeling valued. Whether you need to be fitted with eyeglasses or contact lenses, or you need a comprehensive eye exam, our practice utilizes the latest technology and treatments available. Our staff will take the time to answer all of your questions and explain treatment options through your entire eye care experience. We recognize you have a choice for your eye care professional and thank you for choosing us to care for your family's vision needs. If you're looking for quality eye care with a personal touch, then give us a call and schedule your comprehensive eye exam today!

If you find yourself constantly clearing your vision or blinking through irritation, you are likely dealing with more th...
08/20/2026

If you find yourself constantly clearing your vision or blinking through irritation, you are likely dealing with more than just a temporary sting.

Eye drops are often used as a temporary band-aid, but they don't address the root causes of dry eye, like clogged glands or poor tear stability. We want to help you move beyond just masking the symptoms so you can actually enjoy your summer. Specialized assessments allow us to look more deeply into your eye health and provide treatments that target the source of discomfort.

Visit our office for a consultation or book an appointment online to start your journey toward lasting relief.

We are all familiar with the 6 PM burnout: that specific type of exhaustion where your eyes feel gritty, your vision is ...
08/19/2026

We are all familiar with the 6 PM burnout: that specific type of exhaustion where your eyes feel gritty, your vision is slightly blurred, and your neck is stiff from a day of laptop-to-phone scrolling.

This "digital hangover" is a sign that your eyes are struggling to keep up with the demands of our screen-centric world. When we stare at digital devices, our blink rate drops significantly, and our eye muscles stay locked in a high-tension near-focus state. Moving past the burnout requires more than just a quick break. It requires a strategy to support your visual system throughout the day.

Stop by the office to discuss digital strain solutions or book an appointment online to find relief before your next shift.

We often think of squinting as an unavoidable part of a sunny day, but it is actually a sign that your eyes are in a sta...
08/18/2026

We often think of squinting as an unavoidable part of a sunny day, but it is actually a sign that your eyes are in a state of constant overexertion.

When your lenses don't provide adequate protection, your brain signals your facial muscles to tighten in an attempt to block out excess light. This repetitive strain is a primary cause of summer tension headaches and that "heavy" eye feeling by mid-afternoon. Your sunglasses should act as an instant relief button, allowing your eyes and forehead to stay completely relaxed even in the high noon August sun.

Stop by the office to test out our professional-grade polarized lenses.

August is Children's Eye Health and Safety Month, which is basically the universe giving you a gentle nudge to check you...
08/13/2026

August is Children's Eye Health and Safety Month, which is basically the universe giving you a gentle nudge to check your kid's vision before the school year chaos officially locks in.

If your little one has been extra cranky during screen time or seems to be fighting their summer reading, it might not just be the standard pre-September moodiness.

Here is what might actually be going down:

📝 The "Bad Grade" Plot Twist: A lot of struggles with focus or reading comprehension are actually just undiagnosed vision issues in disguise.

👁️ The Subtle Clues: If they are squinting, constantly rubbing their eyes, or sitting so close to the TV that they are practically inside it, it is time for an eye exam.

💻 The Tablet Takeover: Schoolwork is almost entirely digital now. We will check how their eyes are handling that inevitable screen fatigue.

⚽ Gym Class Hero Prep: From tracking a soccer ball to avoiding a dodgeball to the face, good depth perception changes everything.

Beat the frantic September rush here with us while families are still organizing their schedules. Click the link in our bio to book their comprehensive pediatric exam today.

You are flying down a gorgeous mountain trail, crushing your pace, and out of nowhere, you take a hit. A rogue bug or a ...
08/12/2026

You are flying down a gorgeous mountain trail, crushing your pace, and out of nowhere, you take a hit. A rogue bug or a massive cloud of dust lands directly in your eye. Your immediate, primal instinct is to aggressively rub your eyelid, but that is exactly how you can turn a minor annoyance into a painful corneal scratch.

Here is your official backcountry survival plan for a mid-ride eye strike:

🛑 Freeze and Step Back: Pull over safely to the side of the trail immediately. Do not attempt to blink it out while moving, and absolutely keep your hands away from your face.

💦 The Water Bottle Flush: Lean your head to the side, hold your eyelid open, and gently sq**rt clean, fresh water from your hydration pack from the inner corner of your eye outward.

🚫 Ditch the Lake Water: Never use lake, river, or stagnant trail water to flush your eyes, as you risk introducing nasty bacteria into a vulnerable area.

👁️ The Eyelid Lift Trick: If the debris is stuck under your upper lid, gently pull the upper lid down over your lower lashes to let them naturally sweep the bug out.

Keep your eyes safe so you can actually enjoy the views. Click the link in our bio to grab some preservative-free saline packets for your trail first-aid kit.

The back-to-school scramble is lurking right around the corner, and the absolute last thing you want to deal with is a f...
08/11/2026

The back-to-school scramble is lurking right around the corner, and the absolute last thing you want to deal with is a frantic, last-minute rush for appointments. Before the sports schedules, lunch prep, and school supply chaos officially take over, let's cross off the most important checklist item.

🎒 Avoid the September Jam: The moment the school year starts, calendars completely melt down. Booking now can save your sanity.

📝 Fresh View for Day One: Making sure their prescription is perfectly locked in helps them start the term with confidence, not eye strain.

💻 The Screens: With schoolwork being almost entirely digital, an August checkup gets their eyes prepped for heavy tablet and laptop use.

⏱️ Quick In and Out: Getting it done now means you get the best time slots before the afternoon calendar rush fills up completely.

Skip the panic and secure your peace of mind. Click the link in our bio to book your kid's back-to-school slot today.

School sports schedules are dropping, but before you send your young athlete onto the field or into the gym, we need to ...
08/06/2026

School sports schedules are dropping, but before you send your young athlete onto the field or into the gym, we need to talk about their eyes. Everyday frames are great for reading, but they are not built to withstand a high-speed collision with a ball, a stick, or a stray elbow.

Here is why upgrading to proper sports eyewear is a total game-changer:

⚽ Safety: Specialized sports goggles feature impact-resistant polycarbonate lenses that will not shatter into their eyes under pressure.

🏃‍♂️ The Frame Slide Fix: Unlike standard glasses that constantly fly off their face when they sprint, sports frames stay completely locked in place.

🎯 Peak Performance Edge: Precision prescriptions combined with proper wrap-around design instantly improve their depth perception and tracking.

🛑 Banish the Gym Anxiety: No more worrying about breaking their expensive daily frames means they can actually play with 100% confidence.

Let's gear them up safely before the season kicks off. Click the link in our bio to book a sports vision consultation today.

Trying to crush a workout or read a green in your everyday designer sunglasses is a recipe for a bad game and an instant...
08/05/2026

Trying to crush a workout or read a green in your everyday designer sunglasses is a recipe for a bad game and an instant headache. Sports-specific sunglasses aren't just a marketing flex; they are highly specific gear built to survive movement and optimize your sight.

Here is what you actually need to look for before hitting the court or the trail:

🏃‍♂️ The Anti-Slip Grip: Sports frames often feature hydrophilic rubber nose pads and temples that grip tighter the more you sweat, stopping the annoying slide.

🏌️‍♂️ Contrast Tints: Specific lens tints like rose, amber, or copper can enhance depth perception, helping you track a golf ball against the sky or spot tree roots on a trail.

🏋️‍♂️ Featherweight Materials: Nylon composites make the frame incredibly light, reducing pressure points and preventing bounce while you sprint.

🛡️ Shatterproof Protection: Polycarbonate lenses make sure that if a ball or a stray branch hits your face, your lenses will not shatter into your eyes.

Whether you want to try on a few pairs or explore our full selection of performance eyewear, our showroom here with us is completely open for you to browse at your convenience. Click the link in our bio to find our location details.

August is National Eye Exam Month, which means it is time to stop ignoring that persistent eyelid twitch. If you are wai...
08/04/2026

August is National Eye Exam Month, which means it is time to stop ignoring that persistent eyelid twitch. If you are waiting until your vision completely fails to book an appointment, consider this your sign to stop putting it off.

🧠 The Afternoon Slump: That predictable 3 PM brain fog is often just uncorrected micro-astigmatism exhausting your brain.

🔦 The Restaurant Squint: If you secretly need your phone flashlight to read a menu in a dim room, your eyes are talking to you.

💻 The Dual-Monitor Tax: Staring at screens all day alters your blink rate and harms your tear film.

🩺 The Hidden Health Check: High-tech retinal scans can detect signs of conditions such as high blood pressure and high cholesterol.

Treat it like your standard lifestyle maintenance. Click the link in our bio to book your August slot.

Children's eyes are more susceptible to UV damage. Start sun protection habits early! Equip them with UV-protective sung...
07/29/2026

Children's eyes are more susceptible to UV damage. Start sun protection habits early!

Equip them with UV-protective sunglasses and wide-brimmed hats for outdoor adventures. Safeguarding young eyes from UV radiation paves the way for a lifetime of healthy vision.

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312 4th Street SE
Puyallup, WA
98372

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Monday 8:45am - 5pm
Tuesday 1pm - 4pm
Wednesday 8:45am - 4pm
Thursday 8:45am - 5pm
Friday 8:45am - 4pm

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