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Are you sure you’re wearing the right prescription lenses for your needs? Do you know how to choose the best lenses to enhance your vision and lifestyle? Expensive designer frames don’t necessarily equate to better quality eyewear. And not

How much do you really know about your glasses lens coatings? Could your glasses be doing more to protect your eyes and improve your vision? Just as one example, it might surprise some people to learn that dark tint

Have you ever wondered at what age cataracts start to interrupt your eyesight and begin to impact your quality of life? Many people believe cataracts only affect the very elderly. But did you know lifestyle factors and certain conditions

What if I told you that a simple glaucoma eye exam could be the key to preserving your vision against a condition known as the “silent thief”? There’s a common misconception that if you have perfect vision, you’re safe

Did you know that not all forms of age-related macular degeneration (AMD) are the same, and the treatment options can vary widely? Contrary to popular belief, even more aggressive forms of AMD, can be managed effectively with the right

Can a simple eye check-up reveal the unseen impact of diabetes on your eyes? Despite what many assume, diabetic eye exams involve more than just checking your vision; they are comprehensive evaluations that can detect hidden damage of the

Would it surprise you to learn that the frequency of your diabetic eye exams could be the key to preserving your vision longer? Contrary to popular belief, diabetic retinopathy can begin to affect your eyes even before any symptoms

Did you know that certain groups of people are at a significantly higher risk of developing diabetic retinopathy than others? Some people think that if they don’t have a family history of diabetes, they’re not at risk for diabetes

Do you know what makes a paediatric optometrist different from other eye care professionals? Paediatric optometrists in Melbourne do more than just prescribe glasses; they play a crucial role in the early detection of vision problems that could affect

Cataracts are a condition that I often describe to my patients as a fogging of the lens in their eyes, which leads to a decrease in vision. Imagine looking through a frosty or fogged-up window; that’s how the world