Opticare News

Why Oakley Sunglasses Are More Than Just Style – A Look at the Technology

It’s not just about looking good; it’s about being able to perform at your best too. Thankfully, Oakley sunglasses offer both.  But for this blog, we’re setting aside style to focus solely on what makes Oakley sunglasses so good for enhancing sporting performance and your outdoor adventures.   Prizm Technology Oakley has poured decades of […]

Understanding Health Conditions That Can Cause Hearing Loss

At Opticare we’re not just about eyes; we’re also passionate about ears and your hearing health. Thanks to our partnership with Amplify Hearing, we’re able to offer a complimentary hearing consultation to our patients and a range of other services. Hearing loss not only affects your ability to hear but can also have a significant […]

A Guide To Your Child’s Vision

Your child’s vision is a complex combination of the brain, the eyes, and the vast array of nerves that connect them. At birth, their visual system is still immature and continues to develop throughout the child’s early years. Healthy eyes and good vision are vital components of a child’s development and learning. Learning ‘how to […]

Cataract Awareness: A Guide

A cataract is the clouding of the part of your eye called the crystalline lens. Your vision becomes blurred because the cataract is like frosted glass, interfering with your sight. If your optometrist has told you that you have a cataract, don’t be alarmed. Many people over 60 have cataracts and the vast majority can […]

Celebrating 400 Google Reviews At Newark

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 […]

Myopia and Preventative Treatment: A Guide

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 […]

Sunglasses Frame Trends 2025

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 […]

Artificial Intelligence and Eyewear

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 […]

Eye Health and World Health Day

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 […]

What’s The Latest In Eyewear Fashion?

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 […]