New Bloomdale

We have just received new Bloomdale frames. This brand is trendy due to its comfortable fit, beautiful colours and lightness is weight. Contact us for an appointment to get yourself a pair.

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Eyestrain, Possible Causes

Many people suffer eyestrain. The severity of the eyestrain is usually linked to the cause. Here are some of the possible causes: 1. Excessive Near Work Our eyes are not meant to focus up close for prolonged periods. We spend...

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Corporate Wellness Tip 4: Beware of Digital Eyestrain

Be aware of, and don’t ignore, symptoms of digital eye strain. Take note of: 1. Sore and red eyes with prolonged computer work. 2. Headaches on the front or sides of the head. 3. Fluctuating vision 4. Difficulty with night...

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Corporate Wellness Tip 2: Avoid Glare

Curtains and blinds can be used to help control the light coming in, and place your screen so the windows are on the side and not behind or in front of it. Anti-glare coating on spectacle lenses and antiglare screen...

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Difficulty Reading Small Print

Presbyopia Presbyopia is a condition whereby the eyes become farsighted due to age. The far-sightedness is caused by the lens’ inability to focus on objects that are close. It is a natural process that usually starts in your early 40s...

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Blue Light and Sleep

Many people reach for their phones, laptops, or tablets as soon as they get into bed. These devices emit blue light, which can affect the sleep cycle. Blue light stimulates parts of the brain that make us feel alert, resulting...

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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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Dry Eye Syndrome (DES)

Dry Eye Syndrome is one of the most common conditions we see at the practice. Most people experience the same symptoms, burning eyes, sandy feeling, teary and red eyes, and blurry vision. Medication, computer use, air conditioning, contact lens wear,...

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