Keyes Eyecare Newsletter

15-30% OFF SPECTACLE LENSES IN DECEMBER! December has traditionally been a quieter time of year for our suppliers. We have approached them and are delighted that between us we are able to offer you a huge discount on any lenses ordered in December. This year we are offering 15% OFF ALL LENSES, WITH 30% DISCOUNT ON SECOND AND SUBSEQUENT PAIRS OF LENSES!* If you have already bought glasses from us in 2024, we don’t want you to miss out; for anyone who has bought glasses earlier in the year, we have managed to secure a 30% discount off any further pairs of lenses ordered in December. If you fancy a different look, some polarizing sunglasses for the low winter sun, or have more than one pair for practical reasons, please do phone us to arrange a time to come in. We have a limited number of appointments available to take advantage of this offer, so please do contact us as soon as you can to make sure you don’t miss out! *excludes MiYOSMART and Cerium lenses Floaters look like small, black or translucent spots or strands that move in front of your eyes. These floaters usually move around when we move our eyes. They are often caused by the natural shrinking of the gel inside the eye (vitreous). This tends to happen more as people get older. Floaters can also be associated with flashes of light, although this is slightly less common. Flashes are caused by the movement of the vitreous jelly. Very occasionally these symptoms can be caused by a more serious condition called a retinal detachment, where the light sensitive layer in the eye starts to pull away. This would need urgent treatment. Retinal detachments are more common in short sighted people, older people and those who have had eye surgery. Most of the time flashes and floaters are part of the natural aging process of the eye but it is important to seek urgent advice if you have: • A sudden increase in floaters, particularly if you also notice flashes. • A new, large floater • A change in floaters or flashing lights after an eye injury • A shadow or veil spreading across the vision in one of your eyes If you have any concerns or queries please don’t hesitate to contact us. Flashes and Floaters A common symptom that patients can present to the consulting room with are flashes and floaters. Usually occurring in one eye at a time, it can be quite concerning for patients, but after discussing your symptoms and examining your eyes, we can normally reassure you that there is nothing to worry about.