Most parents worry how much time their child is spending on digital devices. Here are the facts. What is blue light? Sunlight contains red, orange, yellow, green and blue light rays. Combined, this spectrum of coloured light rays creates what we call ‘white light’ or sunlight. Depending on where they fall on the spectrum, light rays have long wavelengths (with less energy) or short wavelengths (with more energy). Blue light is a high-energy visible light and has shorter wavelengths. It is known as blue light because it is on the violet-blue band of the spectrum. Blue light is naturally present in sunlight but is also something we can see from screens such as TVs, computers, smartphones and tablets. Can blue...

Why vision matters Did you know there are an estimated one million children with an undiagnosed vision problem? Good eyesight is crucial in making sure a child develops to their full potential both at school and socially.  It’s especially important to look after children’s eyes – the eye is still developing throughout early childhood so if problems are treated early, it can make a lasting difference. Yet research shows that around 20% of school-aged children have an undiagnosed vision problem (1). It’s never too early to have a sight test, visiting an optometrist will mean you can spot and manage vision problems that may affect your child's development.   How do I know if my child has an eye problem?...

Choose eye health for your New Year's resolution and make it the one you won't break   A fifth (21%) have not had a sight test within the last two years1 but regular checks protect sight by making sure eye conditions are picked up and treated early  Over one million people in the UK are living with avoidable sight loss2   As well as an eye health check, a sight test can detect signs of general health conditions, such as diabetes, high cholesterol and high blood pressure Losing weight, more exercise, saving money and learning a new skill all make the top 10, but keeping to your New Year’s resolutions is conspicuously more difficult than it seems.  Around 30% of us will make...

Wendy is an important staff member at our practice. Wendy is the DISPENSING LENS AND FRAME EXPERT and this is what her role entails: Frame Selection – ensures the frame selected will have a perfect fit, is able to be altered appropriately, and also that the frame is suitable for the selected lens. They are experts on frame materials suitable for allergies, or if a lightweight or robust design is required. Lens Selection – The dispensing Optician carries out a visual task analysis with the patient (discussing working habits, leisure activities, and any problem arises) and recommends the most suitable products for the patients’ lifestyle.  Spectacle fitting and Collection – Correctly fitted spectacles provide the best possible visual correction, and comfort. A Dispensing Optician...

We are now the proud stockists of MULBERRY Eyewear and Sunglasses EXCLUSIVELY NEW to MidUlster! You’ll not see these anywhere else, as we’ve worked hard and negotiated to bring this classic brand to our Optical Boutique. You just HAVE to call into our practice to see and try these beauties in person..... and....Even better, they are not the price of a handbag! 😎🤓👌💋👜  

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NHS_eyes_FINALEXPORT from Dave Mckenna on Vimeo. This video highlights how your lifestyle can affect your eye health and why regular sight tests are important for us all. Call today to book your eye examination 028 7963 4341   #EyeWeek  #VisionMatters #AOPAwards2018 #ukpracticeoftheyear  

Thank you to Mid Ulster District Council for a lovely evening at The Burnavon and recognising our AOP 'UK Practice of the Year' award  and The Randox 'Optometry Practice of the Year' award. Our business very much appreciates the support of our local council.  

How exciting we have just featured in a news article on Modern Optical Retailing: Trends 2018. Clodagh Norton, editor of Eyestylist highlights the optical practices that opened in 2017 and how their new designs & perspectives will help them to succeed in 2018. Our practice has been highlighted. Read here: https://www.100percentoptical.com/whats-on/2282-modern-optical-retailing-trends-2018 

Click to read this feature in 'retail inspiration' on us. We are Wowed to see ourselves in this totally exclusive eyewear fashion magazine. http://www.2020europe.com/en_en/magazine/fashion_and_lifestyle-1/retail_inspiration-20/sinead_mcgurk_opticiansn_ireland-601.html