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Road to Clear Vision: Why FIFO Truck Drivers Benefit from Laser Eye Surgery

Truck drivers must have excellent eyesight. Without it, they’re compromising safety for themselves and other road users. Poor eyesight impairs their ability to make split-second decisions that can save lives, and not only impacts drivers’ job performance but also their quality of life.    Being a FIFO truck worker can be even more challenging than [...]

Focusing on Eye Care: World Sight Day 2023

If you ask us, every day of the year should be eye care day, but there’s one day on the calendar recognised worldwide as World Sight Day. The second Thursday of October is our yearly reminder of the importance of caring for your eyes to prevent vision loss and blindness. Regardless of the country or [...]

The Importance of Eye Exams: Are You Due for a Checkup?

The importance of eye health awareness can’t be underestimated. Around 90 per cent of blindness and vision impairment in Australians is preventable or treatable if detected early. Encouraging Australians of all ages to have their eyes tested regularly leads to early detection and treatment. Is it still that one task sitting at the end of [...]

Guide on Myopia: What is it & Laser Eye Treatments

A staggering 6.3 million Australians have myopia, commonly known as short-sightedness. The number is estimated to grow, and approximately 55 per cent of the population will have myopia by 2050. Even though myopia cannot be prevented from developing, certain treatments can be used to reduce its progression or correct it. What is Myopia? Myopia (near-sightedness) [...]

SmartSight: The Latest Laser Eye Surgery Technology

From LASIK, to SMILE, laser eye surgery technology has continued to improve in recent years. SmartSight is the latest advancement, with its incredibly quick recovery and impressive results, patients are keen to learn more about the technology. What is SmartSight? SmartSight is a type of Refractive Lenticule Extraction (ReLEx). SmartSight laser eye surgery uses a [...]

How Often Should I Get an Eye Test?

For some people, an eye test is an essential annual appointment, but for others, it’s left off the appointment list. If you’re one of those people who put off having an eye test, here are some reasons to rethink it. How Often Should You Get An Eye Test? The frequency of an eye test will [...]

How to Care for Your Eyes: Do’s & Don’ts

How to Care for Your Eyes: Do’s & Don’ts Our eyes are one precious part of our body. Unlike broken bones and skin abrasions, serious eye injuries don’t always repair themselves. Losing your sight can be life-altering because it can’t be recovered. Some extra care and attention can help your eyes stay healthy and serve [...]

5 Ways to Calm Down Before LASIK Surgery

5 Ways to Calm Down Before LASIK Surgery Many people find medical procedures daunting and overwhelming. So it’s no surprise you may feel a little anxious before going into LASIK surgery. For many it may be the first surgery being awake, and the uncertainty can contribute to those nerve-racking feelings. If you haven't scheduled your [...]

Can I Get LASIK if I Have Cataracts?

Can I Get LASIK if I Have Cataracts? Cataracts can feel like a dark cloud hanging over you. You won’t know if you’re one of the lucky ones that requires no treatment. Or, with time, the cataract can grow bigger, making it harder to see and impacting your quality of life. Luckily there’s a solution [...]

Can I Get Laser Eye Surgery to Fix Astigmatism?

Can I Get Laser Eye Surgery to Fix Astigmatism? It’s a common myth that laser eye surgery can’t fix astigmatism. While that was the case in the early years of laser eye surgery, things have changed. Now, laser eye surgery is routinely used to correct astigmatism. What is Astigmatism? Astigmatism is caused by a curvature [...]

Preparation for LASIK – What to Do Before Surgery

Preparation for LASIK - What to Do Before Surgery When it comes to surgery, laser eye surgery is fairly a minor one. But no matter how quick and easy the surgery is, it still requires you to do a little preparation beforehand. The time you spend prior getting ready for the procedure will help ensure [...]

Am I Suitable for Laser Eye Surgery?

Am I Suitable for Laser Eye Surgery? The majority of the adult Australian population who wear glasses or contacts are good candidates for laser eye surgery. After surgery patients have the freedom to get up in the morning, without worrying about their glasses or putting in their contact lenses. But not everyone is suitable and [...]

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