As spring approaches, allergies become more and more common. Red, itchy and teary eyes will be more common in the coming weeks, and with the pandemic, rubbing your eyes is not a good idea. If you get these symptoms, please...
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Contact Lenses for Astigmatism
If you have astigmatism, contact lenses are a great option. They offer clear and stable vision, while maintaining maximum comfort. Toric or Astigmatic contact lenses are available as daily or monthly disposables, to suit your needs. Contact us to book...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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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...
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Anti Glare Coating, Blue Light, Computer Glasses, Digital Eyestrain, Eye Exam, Eye test, Eyestrain, Farsightedness, Frame, Frames, glasses, Hyperopia, Lenses, Multifocal lenses, Myopia, Nearsightedness, Night Driving Glasses, Optometric Exam, optometrist, Optometrist Sunninghill, Optometrist Woodmead, Prescription Sunglasses, UV Protection
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...
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...
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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...