As our glorious days here on the coast linger on and evenings stay lighter for longer, many of us are spending more time scrolling, streaming, or working on screens late ...
At Envision Optical, we want you to have the clearest vision possible so you can enjoy the most precious moments in life. Based on your individual needs and lifestyle, our optometry team offer various vision correction treatments, including an advanced and effective solution known as orthokeratology.
Orthokeratology, or ortho-k for short, involves using specially designed contact lenses to ...
As children grow, their vision changes – and often. From ages six to 18, a child’s vision can change quickly and drastically. Our Envision optometry team promote regular eye exams for our younger patients to help uncover any vision issues, detect eye diseases early and preserve a child’s vision long-term.
Any uncorrected vision problems may:
We pride ourselves on offering the latest lens technologies to our Gold Coast and Tweed Heads patients, including the Rodenstock DNEye technology. This innovative eye scanner measures the anatomy of your eye and transfers more than 7000 data points captured to create a lens individually customised for ...
Your eyes do a lot for you-whether you're soaking in a sunset, binge-watching your favourite show, or reading this blog. So why not return the favour with a diet that supports healthy vision?
What you eat matters more than you think. We are all aware of the importance good nutrition ...
Why Outdoor Play is a Game-Changer for Kids' Eye Health
In our ever-connected digital age, it’s becoming more common to see children spending hours indoors, whether it’s in front of screens or engaged in structured indoor activities such as schooling. But here’s a fact you may be surprised by, encouraging your kids to spend more time outside isn’t simply great for ...
This week we recognise Diabetes Awareness Week, which is the perfect time to share some useful information with you all about how diabetes can affect your eyes. We see a lot of patients at Envision who have Diabetes - a serious chronic health condition which occurs when there is too much glucose in the blood. Unfortunately, over time high glucose ...
If you’re over 60 and you’ve ever felt like you're looking through a fogged-up window, especially in bright light or at night - you might be experiencing the effects of cataracts. As one of the most common vision issues we come across at Envision in our over 60 patients, cataracts can have a significant impact on your quality of life. ...
Astigmatism is a common eye condition that we treat regularly in our Envision practices at Burleigh and Tweed. It affects millions of people globally, leading to blurred or distorted vision. It arises due to an imperfection in the curvature of the cornea or lens of the eye. Ideally, the cornea and lens should have a perfectly round shape, much like ...
Our eyes are a vital part of our overall health and wellness. For the majority of our patients, we find their eyesight helps them sense the world. However, without maintaining healthy habits along with routine eye checks, our eyes and vision can become damaged.
Prevention and early diagnosis remain your best weapons for the treatment and management of eye conditions and ...
When the summer holidays near an end and the new school year approaches, it's time to ensure that your child's eyes are ready for the academic start to the year. Good vision is crucial for effective learning, and neglecting proper eye care can have a significant impact on a child's performance in school. Here's a comprehensive guide on what to ...
Here at Envision Optical, we pride ourselves on being able to provide our Gold Coast patients with the latest in diagnostic technology. OCT scanning is an important assessment tool within our clinics - offering a non-invasive, cutting-edge method to obtain high-resolution images used to analyse the layers of your retina, optic nerve, and anterior segment of the eye. This ...
Spring has definitely arrived here on the coast. This season is all about renewal and growth - as you embrace this vibrant time, it's also a perfect chance to refresh your diet with foods that benefit your overall health, including your eyes. By incorporating seasonal produce rich in essential nutrients, you can support your vision and help protect against age-related ...
Ah, springtime on the coast! The season of blooming flowers, warmer weather, and unfortunately for many patients, eye allergies. As beautiful as spring can be, it also brings a surge of pollen and other airborne irritants that can leave our eyes feeling itchy, red, and watery. At Envision Optical, our optometrists are kept busy helping people manage their eye allergies. ...
As optometrists, there is one concept we find ourselves constantly being asked to explain- the notion of "20/20 vision." Mostly mislead by media, many people believe it signifies perfect eyesight, but the reality is more multi-layered. In this blog post, we are here to shed light on the actual meaning of 20/20 vision and its significance in assessing your visual ...
From the moment a baby opens their eyes to the world, their visual abilities undergo a series of rapid and remarkable transformations. As optometrists, and parents, we want to highlight the importance of understanding the developmental vision milestones of your child, as they may provide valuable insight into your child's overall growth and health. Outlined below are the visual developments ...
Maintaining healthy vision is a crucial aspect of your overall well-being, and one of the most effective ways to do so is by scheduling regular eye exams at one of our local practices. These comprehensive assessments play a pivotal role in detecting and addressing potential vision problems, ensuring that your eyes remain in optimal condition.
Eye exams are not just about ...
As local optometrists on the Gold Coast and Tweed Heads, we find our patients are looking for a range of options for correcting vision problems to suit their lifestyles and needs. We are noticing an increasing interest in recent years in multifocal contact lenses as technology improvements have made these a great option. These lenses offer a range of benefits ...
At both our Burleigh Waters and Tweed Heads eye clinic locations, our optometrists can offer treatment solutions to our patients who may be suffering from the effects of keratoconus and recommend specialised contact lenses to provide therapy. Keratoconus is a condition that affects the shape of the cornea, causing it to become more conical and thinner over time. This can ...
As part of providing the best optometry care possible to you and your family, we are always keeping ourselves in alignment with any advancements in the field of vision correction. One breakthrough that has truly revolutionized the way we approach personalized vision correction is the introduction of custom lenses with DNEye technology. This cutting-edge innovation has provided us with the ...
Our eyes do astonishing things - they provide us with the gift of sight, allow us to connect with others, and navigate our daily lives. Considering how much we rely on our vision, it’s important not to neglect looking after your eyes.
At Envisions, our dedicated optometrists acknowledge that eyes aren’t “one size fits all”, so at our Gold Coast and ...
Here at Envision Optical, the lifetime health of your eyes is our main concern, so we cannot stress ...
Here at Envision Optical on the Gold Coast and Tweed Heads, myopia is a common condition that we see in patients on a regular basis. Myopia, also known as near-sightedness, is a refractive error that causes distant objects to appear blurry while close objects remain clear.
Myopia has become increasingly prevalent in recent years, especially in urban areas, and it is ...
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