Presbyopia is a common eye condition that occurs as people age. It is triggered by a loss of elasticity in the eye’s natural lens, which makes it difficult for the eye to focus on close objects. Symptoms include difficulty reading small print or performing close-up tasks, eye strain and headaches. The first step in diagnosing […]
Top 5 questions asked about an eye test 1) My child really wants spectacles – how will the eye care practitioner know if they really need them or not? During the eye test, the practitioner can use different types of instruments and tests to check if a spectacle prescription is required. These are called objective […]
Practicing good hand hygiene before handling your contact lenses is essential. This is especially important during these times. Always wash your hands well before touching your eyes and handling your contact lenses. Use a mild non-cosmetic soap which is oil and fragrance free and dry your hands thoroughly after with a clean towel or tissues. […]
Our eyes are made up of different parts, each with their own important functions. Inside the eye…
Our eyes are made up of different parts, each with their own important functions. Inside the eye…
Our eyes are made up of different parts, each with their own important functions. Inside the eye, just behind the colured part (the iris) with a black hole in the middle (the pupil) is the natural lens. Normally the lens is clear and its main function is to focus light into our eyes for clear […]
Our eyes are made up of different parts, each with their own important functions. Inside the eye…
Our eyes are made up of different parts, each with their own important functions. Inside the eye…
Our eyes are made up of different parts, each with their own important functions. Inside the eye…
Our eyes are made up of different parts, each with their own important functions. Inside the eye…
Our eyes are made up of different parts, each with their own important functions. Inside the eye…
Our eyes are made up of different parts, each with their own important functions. Inside the eye…
Many studies have been done on the effects of blue light on our bodies. One of the main effects is suppression of melatonin production. Melatonin is an important hormone for sleep pattern regulation with increased levels at night. The use of blue light emitting devices (digital screens) lowers melatonin production which in turn keeps the […]
Does small print appear blurred, especially under low light conditions or maybe when you are tired?Do you have to push the print further away from you to be able to read it?Then most probably you have PRESBYOPIA.This happens to most of us over 40, due to the lens in your eye which becomes stiffer, causing […]
For all those contact lens wearers out there, and also for any aspiring contact lens wearers, here are some important steps to take before inserting and removing your lenses. ALWAYS wash your hands with soap and water, then dry them well with a paper towel. Do not let any water get in contact with your […]