Published: 27 October 2021 | Updated: 28 September 2026 | Author: Smart Vision Optometry. TL;DR Summary: Glaucoma can damage vision before you notice symptoms. Eye examinations and appropriate treatment help protect remaining sight. Care may involve drops, laser or surgery. Sudden severe eye pain, redness, blurred vision or nausea needs urgent assessment.
Published: 20 October 2021 | Updated: 30 September 2026 | Author: Smart Vision Optometry. TL;DR Summary: Myopia is generally defined at ≤ −0.50 D and high myopia at ≤ −6.00 D. Higher myopia carries greater long-term eye-health risk, while pathologic myopia is defined by structural changes rather than prescription alone.
Published: 12 October 2021 | Updated: 30 September 2026 | Author: Smart Vision Optometry. TL;DR Summary: Teachers can notice visual difficulties and help families seek assessment, but classroom behaviour does not diagnose an eye condition. Adjust learning materials to the child’s assessed needs. Activity restrictions or treatment decisions for retinal disease must come from the child’s clinical team.
Published: 5 October 2021 | Updated: 30 September 2026 | Author: Smart Vision Optometry. TL;DR Summary: LASIK is eye surgery; Ortho-K is a non-surgical overnight contact-lens treatment that temporarily changes corneal shape. Both have limitations and risks, and Ortho-K requires hygiene and regular follow-up.
Published: 20 September 2021 | Updated: 30 September 2026 | Author: Smart Vision Optometry. TL;DR Summary: Children may have an eye condition alongside reading, attention or coordination difficulties. Assess each concern appropriately. Treatment for a diagnosed visual problem should have a defined goal; it must not be presented as a general cure for dyslexia, ADHD or school difficulties.
Published: 12 August 2021 | Updated: 27 September 2026 | Author: Smart Vision Optometry. TL;DR Summary: A balanced diet supports general health, including eye health. It should not be presented as a proven way to prevent or reverse myopia. Research on nutrition and myopia is still developing; keep eye assessments and an individual management plan separate from food or supplement claims.
Published: 19 February 2021 | Updated: 28 September 2026 | Author: Smart Vision Optometry. TL;DR Summary: Choose a varied diet that suits your health needs. Food is not a substitute for eye examinations or treatment. AREDS2 supplements are intended for particular AMD situations, not general prevention, and fish-oil capsules should not be presented as a proven solution for everyone with dry eye.
Published: 17 August 2020 | Updated: 30 September 2026 | Author: Smart Vision Optometry. TL;DR Summary: Screen-related discomfort calls for practical viewing habits and assessment when symptoms persist. Children’s routines should allow age-appropriate activity and sleep. Digital eye strain does not establish retinal injury from ordinary screen blue light.
Published: 20 June 2020 | Updated: 30 September 2026 | Author: Smart Vision Optometry. TL;DR Summary: Working from home can involve prolonged near work and visual discomfort. Review the task, viewing setup and prescription needs, and seek assessment for recurring symptoms. Discomfort alone does not establish permanent damage or myopia progression.
Published: 23 April 2020 | Updated: 30 September 2026 | Author: Smart Vision Optometry. TL;DR Summary: This 2020 interview discusses contact lenses during the early COVID-19 pandemic. Its review findings and service arrangements are historical. Current lens care requires clean, dry hands, the recommended disinfecting solution and replacement schedule, and advice if the eyes become uncomfortable.
Published: 2 May 2019 | Updated: 30 September 2026 | Author: Smart Vision Optometry. TL;DR Summary: Sports place demands on vision, timing and coordination. Eye care can address diagnosed visual needs, but training cannot promise a sporting career or protection from concussion. Suspected concussion requires removal from play and medical assessment.
Published: 21 March 2016 | Updated: 28 September 2026 | Author: Smart Vision Optometry. TL;DR Summary: Long periods of screen use can contribute to temporary eye discomfort, dryness and focusing fatigue. Digital-device blue light has not been shown to cause permanent eye disease.
