Our Opticare Newark practice is celebrating reaching 400 Google Reviews! As an independent optician, we pride ourselves on offering the very best in customer care and a personalised service to all who decide to choose Opticare as their trusted optician. 400 Google Reviews later, and we’re immensely proud to retain our average rating of 5 […]
Doctors usually diagnose myopia before age 20. The condition affects distance vision, allowing you to see nearby objects clearly but making distant ones blurry. Experts estimate that by 2050, short-sightedness could affect 5 billion people, half the global population. Myopia treatments include glasses, contact lenses, or surgery. About Myopia Myopia is a progressive eye disorder […]
The weather is getting warmer and we’re making our way back to peak sunglasses season. As per tradition, the slightest bit of sun and us Brits will be getting out in the garden, sitting out on restaurant and pub terraces, and digging out our own sunglasses. Sunglasses don’t have to be just practical though, they […]
Today you will struggle to find an industry or space that has not felt the influence of artificial intelligence (AI). Eyewear, glasses, and the healthcare industry is no exception. The future of eyewear is being revolutionised by AI, enhancing vision correction and introducing smart glasses, whilst transforming user experiences and industry standards. AI isn’t here […]
April 7th is World Health Day, a World Health Organisation (WHO) advocacy day that each year draws attention to a specific health topic of concern to people all over the world. For 2025 the theme is ‘Healthy beginnings, hopeful futures’ focusing on the health of mothers and babies. It is our goal here to spread […]
Gone are the day of thinking glasses are nerdy or only for geeks. Glasses are now a great way to make a fashion statement or accessorise an outfit, with many designer brands available and plenty of options when it comes to shape, style, and colour. A new pair of glasses is always a great way […]
Smart glasses are not a new invention, they were first introduced to us back in 2013 with Google Glass Explorer Edition and many companies have since jumped on the bandwagon. Unfortunately, most have been underwhelming with poor camera quality and hit and miss mics. Meta and Mark Zuckerberg first announced their own lightweight AI […]
The 18th of March is Global Recycling Day and every year that goes by it becomes ever more important to take action and make more sustainable choices, not just on Global Recycling Day, but every day. The last decade has been the hottest on record. We’re continuing to see rising global temperatures, the melting of […]
Are you aware of our OptiPlan? Our ‘OptiPlan Complete’ is our comprehensive eye care plan, available to all Opticare patients for only £14 per month. Join the OptiPlan and become part of the Opticare family. You can enjoy the benefits of superior eyecare with the added bonus of saving on all your eyewear purchases in […]
Age-related Macular Degeneration (AMD) is a common condition that affects the middle part of your vision. It is more common from the age of 60, and is the leading cause of vision loss for older adults. Whilst AMD does not cause total blindness, it can make everyday activities like reading and recognising faces difficult. Without […]











