Important Health Update: COVID-19 At our practice, we take the health and safety of our patients and the community very seriously. We are closely monitoring the situation around COVID-19 and strictly following State and Federal government guidelines. As an optometry practice focusing on eyecare and providing the best quality of care to our patients, we…
Read MoreWhat Is Astigmatism? There’s no stigma about having astigmatism. In fact, one study found 63% of subjects have astigmatism. So, what is this curiously named eye condition? Although it sounds serious, rest easy, it’s just a part of your prescription. Let’s consider your prescription as describing the power of your eye. Astigmatism means that your…
Read MoreWhat are eye floaters? Eye floaters are tiny spots or flecks that appear in your vision. They may appear like black or grey shadows. This means they are especially noticeable when looking at a white wall or the clear blue sky. Often it can be difficult to stare directly at one as they tend to…
Read MoreThe 7 Best Foods For Healthy Eyes Previously we discussed our 11 Essential Tips For Healthy Eyes. From this you may remember healthy eating made the list. In fact, we listed foods for eye health at number one, for the simple reason that we eat every day! So, what are the top healthy foods we…
Read More1 in 5 kids have an undetected vision problem. Could yours be one of them? Every parent wants to ensure their child sees every opportunity coming their way. But for a child to perform at their best, their eyes need to be working at their best as well. Did you know that vision is responsible…
Read More11 Must Reads To Boost Your Eye Health So, you’ve had your eyes tested and you have healthy eyes and good vision. The optometrist says to come back in two years. Great. What next? So how do we keep our eyes healthy between eye tests? Most people would agree that sight is the most important…
Read MoreHow do these numbers help you see? Find out what the numbers for your eye prescription means! Have you ever wondered what all those lenses your optometrist uses are for? How do those prescription lenses help you see better? Well, keep reading to find out more. After going through ‘better 1 or 2?’ about a…
Read MoreOptical Extras With Your Health Fund? Use them or lose them by December 31. Did you know that you can claim ANY health fund optical benefits with us? Maximise your entitlements and our expertise to find the perfect eyewear for you. We take the time to understand how you use your eyes so that we…
Read MoreWhy protect your eyes from UV? From a young age we are educated about the dangers of sun exposure to our skin and overall health, and yet many of us are still unaware of the risks to our eyes. Did you know that your eyes are 10 times more sensitive to UV damage than your…
Read MoreIf you can see clearly, nothing is wrong. Right? Did you know many of the most serious eye diseases develop gradually, often without noticeable signs in their early stages? Don’t wait until it’s too late Every 65 minutes an Australian loses part or all of their vision1 and a staggering 42%2 of people…
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