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Vision Screening Certificates for Driver’s License Renewal
We do screenings for driver’s license renewals, save yourself the time and hassle of doing your screening at the department’s offices, get your certificate from us. It’s free for existing patients who’ve had their eyes tested recently, and R75 for everyone else.
Dry Eye Syndrome
Dry eye syndrome Dry eye syndrome is a chronic lack of lubrication on the surface of the eye, resulting in dry and uncomfortable eyes. It may occur at any age, but is more common in older people, menopausal women in particular. It may be caused by insufficient tear production or excessive tear evaporation. Excessive evaporation […]
Eye Whitening Drops
Decongestants These are drops that are meant to make your eyes “whiter”. The most popular here is Eye gene. It’s important to remember that these drops simply make your blood vessels thinner, therefore making your eyes look less red. They do not address what caused the redness in the first place. Conditions such as allergies, […]
Computer Related Eyestrain
Most of us spend time in front of a computer, regardless of what profession we’re in, even more so now that a lot of people are working remotely. Prolonged computer use can harm your eyes and even lead to poor vision. The most common result of prolonged computer use is Myopia (nearsightedness). Computer usage can […]
The CLIP-ON
Frames with sunglass clip ons used to be very popular a few years ago. They were a great option for people who couldn’t afford transition lenses, but still wanted optimal UV protection. The clip on frame is back, and it has been improved considerably. This Ripple model comes with three clip ons, yellow for night […]
Prescription Sunglasses
Prescription sunglasses are a great way to get optimal UV protection and great vision, while staying fashionable. This pair of Marc Jacobs sunglasses is perfect for scripting. The shape and colour are classic, so they’ll be fashionable for a long time, and it’s not too big, so it can accommodate a variety of prescriptions. Available […]
Presbyopia
Presbyopia is one of the conditions we develop as we get older. It is characterised by difficulty reading small print close by. It is caused by weakening of the eye’s focussing system. It’s a natural progression, that usually starts in your early 40s. If you find that you struggle to read small print or thread […]
Age Related Vision Changes
The eyes change a lot with age. Some of the changes are easier to manage than others. Sight threatening conditions such as Glaucoma, Macular Degeneration and retinopathies caused by hypertension and diabetes, are very common in older individuals. Regular eyes exams after the age of 40 are very important, even without vision problems.
Fluctuating Vision
Vision that fluctuates may be due to a variety of conditions. One of the first things I think of when I get a complaint of fluctuating vision is systemic conditions, more especially Diabetes. If you find that sometimes your vision is ok, other times it’s not, sometimes you need your specs, other times you don’t, […]
Back to Basics for Covid-19 Prevention
Gauteng Province is experiencing an alarming increase in Covid-19 cases. It’s important to remember the non-pharmaceutical prevention methods such as mask wearing, hand washing and social distancing. We’re all tired, but it’s important to go back to basics, the basics that have worked for us before. Help those over the age of 60 register for […]