The Importance Of Regular Eye Exams

A lot of people who “can see” often only get their eyes checked when they need a driver’s license or when it’s required for work. People generally judge the health of their eyes using the “clarity” of their vision, and...

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World Optometry Week

This week we celebrate World Optometry Week. We use this time to raise awareness of the importance of regular eye exams. Eye exams don’t only help diagnose and treat vision-related conditions but may help diagnose systemic conditions such as diabetes...

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Diabetes and Vision

Poorly controlled diabetes can have a devastating effect on vision. The effects can range from fluctuating vision to complete, irreversible blindness. Fluctuating vision (some days clear, some days blurry, with the same spectacles or even without spectacles) is one of...

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Year End Update

There’s still time to get your eye exam done before the end of the year. Contact us to book your appointment, to order contact lenses, spectacles or to purchase sunglasses. We close for the year on the 17th of December...

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Swimming Pool Chlorine And Your Eyes

Chlorine and the eyes.  For a lot of people, summer means more time in the pool. While this may help cool you down, your eyes may not be very happy. Some people experience red, sore, burning, and teary eyes after...

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Holiday Preparations

Enjoying your holiday with peace of mind requires some planning. Here are a few tips from us, to help make your holiday as stress free as possible: Pack a spare pair of spectacles If you’re a contact lens wearer, consider...

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EyeCare Awareness Month

It is EyeCare Awareness Month and this year the theme is “LOVE YOUR EYES”. Here are a few tips to help you do just that: Get your eyes tested regularly to make sure any sight threatening conditions are caught early....

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