Skip to content

Experience Quality Eye Care: Your Optometrists in Kettering

Welcome to Dayton Optometric Center, where quality service and care meet convenience and experience. With over 50 years of dedicated service, our team of Kettering and Dayton eye doctors is here to address all your eye care needs. From glasses and contacts to low vision examinations and specialized visual aids, we provide care based on your specific needs. Let us assist you in maintaining optimal eye health and vision. Visit our new modern facility today.

A vibrant mural depicting three male figures and various optical elements, including glasses and a wine glass, set against a colorful backdrop with text reading 'EVE RY THING IS IN PERFECT FOCUSIF YOURVISIO NISALRIGHT', and a historical timeline on the wall from 1900 to 1970.
Buy Dry Eye Products Online with Dryeye Rescue logo on a white background

Meet Our Kettering Eye Doctors

Megan Wells
Dr. Megan Wells earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Health Science from Grace College in Indiana, then went on to study optometry at The Ohio State University College of...
Heath Gilbert
Dr. Heath Gilbert joined the practice in 1992. He was born in Dayton, where he graduated from Northmont High School. He earned his Doctor of Optometry degree from The Ohio...
Read Our Patient Reviews
A smiling woman wearing a plaid shirt and jeans gives a thumbs up in front of a green chalkboard background.
Girl using an eye exam machine

Learn about eye exams in Kettering, what's involved in a comprehensive exam, and considerations for children and contact lens wearers. Our eye exam provides a full evaluation of your ocular health. Our eye doctors personalize your exam to meet your visual requirements.

Woman with a curly afro hairstyle smiling in a winter setting

At Dayton Optometric Center, we fit contact lenses for even the most complex vision conditions. To determine your personal contact lens requirements, our team of professional optometrists will perform a comprehensive eye exam.

A woman is undergoing a laser treatment at a beauty salon with a white towel on her body and neck

Our goal is to reduce eye dryness and discomfort by restoring a healthy tear film. We recommend scheduling a consultation so our eye doctors can develop a customized treatment plan to promote optimal eye health and comfort throughout the day.

Our Designer Frames

Dayton Optometric Center is a full-service optical center with the skills needed to help patients in Kettering look and feel their best. We understand how much first impressions matter. After all, your face is the first thing people see when they look at you.

We’ll ensure that you enjoy clear vision and feel fantastic.

A close-up view of a woman's face with blue eyes, freckles, and a white background

If you experience vision loss, double vision, swelling, infection, or any eye emergency, contact us immediately so we can direct you to appropriate care.

Please call our office at 937 507-8479 for further instructions. If your condition is urgent, go to the nearest emergency room.

 We provide routine eye care and a full range of optical services, and accept government and private health insurance plans. Our staff works with Medicare and major insurance providers and can help you understand your benefits.

How Do You Pick the Right Designer Frames in Kettering? »

Learn how to choose designer frames and eyeglasses that actually fit your face, your lifestyle, and your family. This guide covers frames for women and men, glasses for kids, and...
Read More

What is Glaucoma? »

All you need to know about glaucoma - risk factors, symptoms and more.
Read More

Winter Wellness for Your Eyes »

Cold weather can take a toll on more than just your skin—it can affect your eyes too. Between dry indoor air and increased exposure to UV rays, the winter season...
Read More

How Does IPL Treatment Help Dry Eye? »

Dry eye is a common problem in Kettering, but over-the-counter drops aren't the only solution. Learn how IPL therapy targets the root cause of dry eye symptoms for longer-lasting relief....
Read More