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Who Can Treat Eye Infections in Australia?

Who Can Treat Eye Infections in Australia?

Ever wondered who's the best health care professional to turn to when you need to treat an eye infection? Do you know when it's time to see an optometrist instead of trying remedies from your GP or pharmacist?  Some viral eye infections don’t respond to common...

MiyoSmart Myopia Control Lenses: What You Should Know

MiyoSmart Myopia Control Lenses: What You Should Know

Your child is struggling to see distant objects clearly. You suspect they might be experiencing myopia and you’re not sure what to do next. What if something as simple as specialized children's spectacles could offer the solution? Myopia is a condition affecting...

Glaucoma Treatment in Wollondilly Shire

Glaucoma Treatment in Wollondilly Shire

Are you aware of an eye condition often referred to as the “sneak thief of sight”? I'm referring to glaucoma. Most people with glaucoma have no early sign or symptoms, yet vision loss is irreversible. What if glaucoma is quietly damaging YOUR vision without you even...

How to Choose Eyeglasses Frames

How to Choose Eyeglasses Frames

Are you ready to discover the secrets to finding glasses or sunglasses that suit you perfectly? Wondering how to choose eyeglasses frames that match your lifestyle, your prescription, your personal taste and your budget? Many believe that one frame style suits all...

UV Eye Damage: How to Prevent It

UV Eye Damage: How to Prevent It

Have you ever wondered what prolonged exposure to the sun is doing to your eyes? Do you know how UV rays can silently damage your vision?Don't make the mistake of believing that UV damage only affects the skin. It can severely impact your eyes too. In fact your eye...

Pterygium Treatment and Causes

Pterygium Treatment and Causes

Could that strange growth on your eye be more than just a minor annoyance? You may have a benign growth, something called pterygium (a.k.a. "surfers eye") that is a response to UV exposure. Contrary to common belief, the condition doesn't always go away on it's own,...

What Are Avulux Migraine Glasses?

What Are Avulux Migraine Glasses?

Imagine a life where headaches don't dictate your day. Could Avulux migraine glasses be the answer? The health benefits of using anti-migraine glasses are immense, including decreased reliance on medications and their potential side effects. I'm Nandita Chowdhury, the...

Paediatric Eye Tests at Picton Eyecare

Paediatric Eye Tests at Picton Eyecare

Have you ever wondered how paediatric eye tests can shape your child's future? Many parents believe that if their child can see clearly up close or at a distance, there's no need for an eye exam, but this overlooks critical aspects like depth perception and eye...

Can My Optometrist Prescribe Eye Drops?

Can My Optometrist Prescribe Eye Drops?

Dealing with the discomfort from dry eyes, the anxiety of glaucoma, or the pain of an eye infection can be overwhelming, especially when you're unsure where to find the right treatment. Navigating through a maze of medical advice and options often leaves you more...