Myopia Intervention

Myopia, known as short-sightedness, is a condition that results in blurred distance vision. Unfortunately, rates of myopia in children are steadily on the rise. This is in part due to the nature of modern ... Continue Reading

Myopia Epidemic

Myopia, known as short-sightedness, is a condition that results in blurred distance vision. This occurs due to refractive error; a consequence of an elongated eyeball causing distant objects to be focussed in front of ... Continue Reading

Summer Vision

Summer is nearly over but the sun is still out and it’s time to make up for the damp days of 2022. Thinking about relaxing in our gorgeous coastal community unencumbered by blurry text, ... Continue Reading

Sunglasses, UV, and Your Vision

Sunglasses are the perfect summer accessory. We love statement sunnies that complete an outfit, but do you know if your sunnies are actually protecting your eyes from UV damage? Sunglasses are equally important to ... Continue Reading

Use Up Your Health Fund Extras!!

Optical extras? Use them or lose them by December 31! Do you have extras cover as part of your private health insurance? Most health funds – including Bupa, Medibank and NIB – reset optical ... Continue Reading

World Class Technology In-Store

At Beckenham Optometrists, our technology can spot vision changes before they become a problem. When you book an eye exam with our team you get access to world class eye care technology including retinal ... Continue Reading

Protect your Eyes from Hay Fever

It’s time to take advantage of the glorious warming weather by getting out and spending time in nature! For some of us however, this can be a little challenging. Unfortunately spring is also hay ... Continue Reading

Managing Childhood Myopia

What is Myopia? Myopia, also known as short-sightedness, is a visual condition that results in blurred distance vision. This occurs due to refractive error; a consequence of the eyeball being longer than it should ... Continue Reading

Orange Walnut Winter Salad

Macular disease can affect anyone, at any age. The most common of these diseases is age-related macular degeneration. This is a chronic painless disease that affects a layer of cells called the retinal pigment ... Continue Reading

Brownies your Eyes, Tummies, and Taste-buds will LOVE

Are you a sweet tooth, or a chocolate lover that wants to enjoy your favourite snacks without having to fret over the implications for your health? We’ve got you covered with these delicious, fudgy, ... Continue Reading