Summer Vision
Summer is nearly over but the sun is still out and it’s time to make up for the damp days of 2022. Thinking about relaxing in our gorgeous coastal community unencumbered by blurry text, ... Continue Reading
Sunglasses, UV, and Your Vision
Sunglasses are the perfect summer accessory. We love statement sunnies that complete an outfit, but do you know if your sunnies are actually protecting your eyes from UV damage? Sunglasses are equally important to ... Continue Reading
New Year Deal!
Let’s catch up before New Years! We know you pay hundreds of dollars a year for your private health insurance, so if you have optical extras don’t forget to use them! See the team ... Continue Reading
Use Up Your Health Fund Extras!!
Optical extras? Use them or lose them by December 31! Do you have extras cover as part of your private health insurance? Most health funds – including Bupa, Medibank and NIB – reset optical ... Continue Reading
Sustainability in the Optical Industry: why we’re pushing for it
If you have your eyes on our socials you’ll know we have our eyes on the environment. Optical products such as spectacles, sunglasses, and contact lenses are relatively small and more ethically produced than ... Continue Reading
New Sustainable Frame Range
Garret Leight, one of the frame brands offered here at Beckenham Optometrist, is launching their first eco-friendly collection! As a locally owned independent practice, not 500 metres from the beach, we are passionate about ... Continue Reading
Eye Melanoma
Melanoma is a type of cancer that develops in the cells that produce melanin — the pigment that gives your skin its color. Your eyes also have melanin-producing cells and can develop melanoma. Eye ... Continue Reading
Your Child Should be wearing sunglasses
Children need to protect their eyes just as much as adults, if not more. UV exposure can harm the eyes as well as the skin, and the cumulative effect of UV rays can be ... Continue Reading
Are you ready for Beckenham Optometrist Summer Specials?
To reward all our amazing patients we are running some great summer specials to finish off what has been a wonderful 2019! $100 off 2nd pair of pescripted glasses or sunglasses! Exlcuding Maui ... Continue Reading
How Does The Sun Affect Your Eyes?
In Australia, with our high levels of UV radiation, we need to take special care to protect our eyes. Australia’s sun worshiping culture means the country’s 22 million people are 13 times more likely ... Continue Reading
