Sustainability in the Optical Industry: why we’re pushing for it

If you have your eyes on our socials you’ll know we have our eyes on the environment. Optical products such as spectacles, sunglasses, and contact lenses are relatively small and more ethically produced than ... Continue Reading

Burrito Bowl for Cataract Prevention

We’ve all heard the old wives’ tale that carrots are good for your eyes, in fact according to a study conducted in 2020, 31% of Australians believe it. Whilst beta-carotene is beneficial for your ... Continue Reading

Rowena Beckenham on Sustainability in Small Business

Small businesses have an opportunity to be thought leaders and influencers in communities, and I believe have a social responsibility to make the environment a key factor in decision making. “Sustainability is just an ... Continue Reading
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March is Glaucoma Awareness Month!

  What is Glaucoma? Glaucoma is a term used to describe a collection of diseases where damage to the optic nerve causes irreversible loss of sight. It is usually caused by an increase in ... Continue Reading

New Sustainable Frame Range

Garret Leight, one of the frame brands offered here at Beckenham Optometrist, is launching their first eco-friendly collection! As a locally owned independent practice, not 500 metres from the beach, we are passionate about ... Continue Reading

Summer Smoothie Bowl for Retinal Health

We are all aware of how crucial good nutrition is for our overall health and well-being, but did you know a balanced diet is also necessary for eye health! Different micronutrients and antioxidants play ... Continue Reading
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Eyewear to suit your lifestyle

Eyewear – relying on one pair of glasses for all your life’s activities and tasks will almost always be a compromise when it comes to your vision, eye comfort, and eye health. At Beckenham ... Continue Reading

Learn about the eye

Your eyes are made up of many different parts that work together to help you see. Click on the below list for an explanation of each part of the eye.     ... Continue Reading

Customising Eyewear Needs

Eyewear to Suit your life Relying on one pair of glasses for all your life’s activities and tasks will almost always be a compromise when it comes to your vision and eye comfort. We ... Continue Reading

Protect your eyes this spring

With many of us taking the opportunity to get out and exercise in our area these past couple of months, spending time outdoors also brings the risk of hay fever and sun damage. Applying ... Continue Reading