Keyes Eyecare Newsletter

Because it’s our birthday... We wanted to do something special, to say THANK YOU, so we are delighted to be able to offer you 25% off your first pair of spectacle lenses and 50% off your second and subsequent pairs of spectacles lenses. Because it’s our birthday we’re giving you: 25%-50% OFF SPECTACLE LENSES between 1st and 31st August 2024! An opportunity to treat yourself... 4 Because it’s summer – it’s a great time of year to change your eyewear for the brighter weather. And prescription sunglasses are an essential summer item to protect your eyes from the ageing effects of the sun. 4 Multiple looks and style choices – if you’ve ever wanted to have more than one pair of glasses, you can do that now with significant savings. 4 Make life easier – with a separate pair of glasses for a hobby, reading or computer work.A separate pair that is specific to one task can make life easier and more comfortable for prolonged tasks. 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 50% discount off any further pairs of lenses ordered during the birthday offer period. Our Birthday Gift to You What are Cataracts? Cataracts are common eye condition where the lens in the eye, which is usually a transparent structure, thickens and becomes cloudy. It is most commonly associated with increasing age but can be exacerbated by certain medications, diabetes, trauma, as well as be congenital (from birth). The risk of Cataracts are also dramatically increased by prolonged UV exposure, which is why wearing the correct UV protection, not just on sunny days is so crucial. If you would like to discuss the different options for UV protection, including photochromic, polarised, or tinted lenses please give us a call on 0191 284 7361. There are several types of cataracts, each causing slightly different symptoms, which usually appear gradually. The most common symptoms are: • Blurred or hazy vision • Colours not so distinctive • Sensitivity to glare • Change in prescription, resulting in new spectacles being required • Poor night vision • A ‘halo’ effect round lights HOWARE CATARACTS TREATED? The treatment for cataracts is surgery. It is a short procedure, normally only taking about 15-20 minutes, in which the natural lens of the eye is replaced with a plastic intra ocular lens implant (IOL). The implant that is used can change the prescription that is in the patient’s glasses, so it is important that patients know what to expect before going ahead. NHS OR PRIVATE? The NHS usually covers the cost of the procedure and a type of implant that allows clear vision at one distance, called mono-focal.With this option you will still need to wear glasses post operatively, usually for reading or if you prefer, varifocals for convenience. If you would like a multifocal lens which would allow clear vision at most distances without the need for glasses this can be done as a private procedure. When considering surgery, it is important that you are aware of the benefits and potential risks involved so you can make an informed decision on what is the best option for you. Cataract surgery is a safe and effective procedure and recovery time is usually minimal. Please ask our optometrist Karen if you have any concerns or would like any more information.