Category Archives: Eyecare & Health

Healthy Ageing Guide

Healthy Ageing Guide For Your Eyes

As you get older it’s common to experience changes to your eye health and vision. Whilst genetics and the natural aging process play a role in long-term eye health, there are many controllable factors that can help slow the progress of deterioration. In this guide, we’re going to explain how to maintain your eye health […]

Going on holiday this summer?

Eye Care Recommendations For Travelling

Summer holiday season is upon us, but just because you’re taking a break doesn’t mean your eyes are. Protecting your eyes whilst travelling, especially on aeroplanes, is super important to having long lasting, top-quality vision. Here are some top tips and important things to consider when travelling: 1) Bring extra glasses and/or contact lenses There’s […]

What Can Opticians Detect During an Eye Exam?

Curious about what opticians can spot during an eye exam? Eye examinations aren’t just for checking your vision; they also allow opticians to assess your overall eye health and can even uncover other underlying health issues. Let’s discover what your optician can detect during an eye exam and find out what to expect during an […]

What’s The Importance Of Booking An Eye Test?

The Importance of Booking an Eye Test. In our busy lives, it’s easy to overlook our eye health. However, regular eye tests are crucial for maintaining good vision and overall well-being. In this guide, we’ll explore the importance of booking an eye test, what to expect during the appointment, and why it’s essential for everyone, […]

What is blephex treatment?

What is BlephEx Treatment and is it Worth It?

What is BlephEx Treatment? BlephEx is a treatment for blepharitis, a long-term inflammatory eyelid condition often caused by an overgrowth of normal bacteria living along the eyelid and base of the eyelashes. BlephEx helps alleviate blepharitis by removing debris and the bacteria that causes uncomfortable symptoms. Symptoms of blepharitis include: Red, inflamed eyelids Crusting around […]

how to reduce tired eyes

What is Eye Fatigue and How To Prevent It

Ever experienced exhausted eyes or have difficulty focusing your vision? You could be suffering from eye fatigue! Eye fatigue, tired eyes, or eye strain is a common issue, especially in the digital age when focusing on a screen for hours at a time has become the norm. If you’ve ever experienced eye fatigue, you may […]

How Does Hay Fever Affect Your Eyes?

Seasonal pollen allergies, colloquially known as “hay fever”, affect millions of people (up to 25% of the adult population) each year, usually between mid-May – July. An old wives’ tale claimed that the smell of hay caused “hay fever,” giving the condition its name. Today, we know airborne pollen from grass, trees, and weeds triggers […]

What are Cataracts? A close up of what it looks like

Eye Cataracts Explained

Have you ever experienced blurry vision, trouble seeing at night, or colours appearing faded? If so, you might be suffering from an eye condition known as cataracts. Cataracts can develop at any age, cause a variety of uncomfortable symptoms and can in extreme cases lead to blindness if left untreated. The good news is that […]

Amar-Kaash Gandecha sitting in his office with eye testing equipment

Specialist Therapeutic Eyecare Now Available At Opticare

Are you concerned about your eyes? Perhaps you worry about whether you have an eye condition, but the idea of waiting a long time to see a specialist puts you off making an appointment. The good news is that Amar-Kaash Gandecha, our director, can now diagnose certain eye conditions at Opticare without the need for […]

ballon entrance at our open day

Newark Opticare Opticians Open Day

Wednesday 29th January was a very special day for us all here at Opticare Opticians. It was our Newark Open Day. Over the past few weeks, we had been extra hard at work planning, cajoling and preparing for a busy day of showcasing, raffles, prize giving and general merriment. With over £1,000 worth of prizes […]