OptiLight IPL is used to treat dry eye disease caused by meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD). MGD is a condition that is notoriously difficult to manage.  Eyre Eye Centre is the first optometry practice in South Australia to offer OptiLight treatment - and we are very excited about it! What is OptiLight? IPL stands for Intense Pulsed Light. OptiLight is the “next generation” IPL. It is the first and only IPL that is FDA approved for dry eye management. OptiLight uses precise, intense broad-spectrum light (not laser) to address inflammation – one of the key underlying factors in d ..read more

Most people have experienced the feeling of dry eye at some time or another. The condition can range from a mild irritation to a long-term condition associated with great discomfort or pain, and can affect your vision. Dry eye is very common, but people who suffer from it shouldn’t think they just have to live with it. The underlying causes of dry eyes are complex and numerous and need a thorough examination from your optometrist to determine the cause and most appropriate treatment. Dry eye disease treatment is tailored depending on the cause (blepharitis, meibomian gland dysfunction, environ ..read more

It is said our eyes are the window to our soul. Our eyes are as unique to us as our personalities, as well as our primary way of taking in the world around us. They are a crucial factor to living an active, happy and enriched life. We can sometimes take our eyesight for granted until something goes wrong. As 90 per cent of vision loss can be prevented or treated with early detection; the earlier we start looking after the health of our eyes, the better our chances of maintaining good vision, for life.   Simple tips for healthy eyes: Know your eyes Be aware of the health of your eyes and h ..read more

This Macula Month in May, we remind Aussies to look after their macular health by booking an appointment to see their optometrist. Macular Awareness Month is an annual initiative of Macular Disease Foundation Australia (MDFA), the peak national body representing the macular disease community. Macular disease is the leading cause of blindness and severe vision loss in Australia. It includes age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and diabetic eye disease, along with other less common diseases of the macula.   What is AMD? AMD is a progressive eye disease that destroys central ..read more

Most glasses wearers will go through a few pairs of specs throughout their lifetime. So, when the time comes to choose new frames, what do you do with the old ones? Optometry Australia’s Chief Clinical Officer Luke Arundel thinks you may want to hold on to them. He said: “It’s worth considering keeping your most recent old pair of glasses as a spare pair, and putting them somewhere safe in your home or car in case of emergencies. But if the prescription is no longer suitable, it may be time to say goodbye.” Lions Australia collects old glasses as part of the Lions Recycle for Sight Austra ..read more

How do you stop your glasses from fogging when wearing a mask? Face masks have now become a permanent part of our wardrobe. Those of us who wear glasses will have an annoying side effect to deal with: our glasses fogging up when warm breath escapes from the top of our mask and hits the cooler lens of our glasses, causing condensation to form. When we’ve got a global pandemic and all its implications to worry about right now, the last thing we need is foggy glasses to add to our problems. So here are some ways to combat this obstacle. 1. Wash the lenses A recent paper was published addressing t ..read more

As lockdown and border restrictions ease in some Australian states, many people will be returning to drive, or to broadening their routine driving beyond their local area. With summer on the horizon, a road trip may be at the forefront of many people’s minds. However, it’s important to focus again on your level of comfort and fitness to drive as you increasingly get back on the road and begin travelling further. So, before you go reaching for the esky and the SPF, remember to check this off your list first: Schedule an eye examination Good eyesight and healthy eyes are vital to maintaining roa ..read more

The South Australian Premier announced that SA will go into a hard 7 day lockdown from 6pm on 20th July 2021. This has forced the temporary closure of all allied health services. As per direction from Optometry Australia and South Australia’s Chief Allied and Scientific Health Officer, Eyre Eye Centre will be closed for 7 days until further notice. If you require emergency Optometric advice, we have an after hours mobile number available: 0475 582 226. Unfortunately at this stage we cannot provide emergency care, in which case you will need to present at your nearest Accident and Emergency de ..read more

As a valued member of our community we would like to extend an invitation to join us for the informative and insightful community presentation by Dr James Muecke.   “BLINDED BY SUGAR” Gain an insight into why obesity and type 2 diabetes are a growing epidemic.  Dr Muecke will provide strategies designed to curb the toxic impact of sugar on our health, our children’s health, and our world.  Type 2 diabetes is not only a preventable, but a reversible, disease.  Thursday 5th August, 6:30pm to 8pm, Navigator College Mangiri Centre. This event is free to attend. Bookings are ess ..read more

Optical Assistant Full Time and Part Time position available Eyre Eye Centre is focused on improving the vision and lives of the people of the Eyre Peninsula. We are seeking one Full Time and one Part Time Optical Assistant to join our innovative, dynamic and expanding practice. This is a rewarding, customer focused position in which you will undertake an important role in preventative eye care for our community. Position responsibilities: Patient care Engage closely with patients to assist with lens and frame selection Interpreting prescriptions prescribed by optometrists Perform anci ..read more