Leon de Vos Optometrist

23/12/2022

Leon de vos optometrist will be closed from 23rd Dec at 12 30pm and will open again on 3 January at 8am . Wish all a blessed Christmas and prosperous new year .

28/11/2022

25/11/2022

Unfortunately work landline 031 5732198 is currently not working . Please use 031 5732139 or book appointments online through our website

Trusted Durban North Optometrist for over 20 years. For the best advice and personal service for all your eyecare needs. Book an appointment online.

07/10/2022

Come by our store, and receive a R200 Superbalist gift voucher when you purchase one of our Vogue frames. 😎 contact us on 0315732198 for more information.

01/08/2022

A huge thank you to the readers of Northglen News for voting us the best Optometrist in the area. Contact us on 0315732198 if you are interested in our contact lens special. 👀

03/05/2022

New stock alert!🚨 come by our store in Durban North to browse through our new eyewear options or contact us on 0315732198 to book an appointment.

06/04/2022

Does driving at night look like this to you? 👀
You may want to book an appointment with your optometrist because you may have astigmatism.

👓What is astigmatism?Astigmatism occurs when either the front surface of the eye (cornea) or the lens inside the eye has mismatched curves. Instead of having one curve like a round ball, the surface is egg-shaped. This causes blurred vision at all distances.

👓How can you tell if you have astigmatism? Astigmatism is diagnosed with an eye exam. A complete eye exam involves both a series of tests to check eye health and a refraction, which determines how the eyes bend light. Your optometrist may use various instruments, aim bright lights directly at your eyes and ask you to look through several lenses.

👓Can astigmatism be cured? Luckily, astigmatism is a very easy condition to treat and there are several options available for treatment. “Astigmatism can be corrected with eyeglasses, contact lenses, and refractive surgery.

☎️ Contact us on 0315732198 to book an appointment.

05/04/2022

🚨🚨🚨We have an EXCITING ANNOUNCEMENT! Stand a chance to win a BRAND NEW MOTORCYCLE by entering our competition with Carrera. Contact us on 0315732198 to find out more.🚨🚨🚨

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Leon de Vos Optometrist situated in Woolworths centre on Mackeurtan ave Durban North

29/03/2022

🚨How to Prevent Computer Eye Strain 💻

👓 Screen Distance. Position your computer screen around 50cm from your eyes – about an arm’s length distance. Your eyes should look slightly downward when viewing the middle of the screen.

👓 Glare. Reduce your scree glare by adjusting the brightness settings on your computer or tilting the screen downwards.

👓 Follow the 20-20-20 rule. Every 20 minutes, take a break and focus your eyes on an object 20 feet (6 meters) away for 20 seconds.

👓 Use lubricating eye-drops if your eyes feel dry.

👓 If you wear contact lenses, give your eyes a break by wearing your glasses.

👓 Make sure you have your eyes tested every 2 years or sooner if you notice a change in vision quality. You may need different glasses for computers than you do for distance.

☎️ contact us on 0315732198 to book an appointment.

24/03/2022

Come and have a look at our Dutz Eyewear range in store now! Dutz is a high-quality brand from the Netherlands who produce bold designs in bright colours!

23/03/2022

🕶 SUNGLASSES 🕶

Have you ever heard the terms “polarized sunglasses” or “UV protection” but have no idea what they mean or why they’re important? If so, this post is for you.

When choosing a pair of sunglasses, it’s important to consider the kind of protection your sunglasses offer. Most sunglasses offer UV protection and this is why:

UV rays are invisible rays that are part of the energy that comes from the sun. Ultraviolet radiation that reaches the Earth's surface is made up of two types of rays, called UVA and UVB. Why are UV rays bad? UV rays can have a serious negative affect on your vision. Both short-term and long-term exposure to UV radiation can compromise your eye health and lead to several eye diseases and conditions such as Macular Degeneration, Cataracts, Photokeratitis and Cancer.

Next we have Polarization:

All light travels in waves, which means that it vibrates. Normally light vibrates in multiple directions but when it bounces off a horizontal surface such as water, snow or the roof of a car, it only vibrates in one direction – horizontally. When this happens, the process is called “polarization”. Why is this bad? Because the light is only bouncing in one direction, it becomes concentrated and hits the eye directly. This concentrated light is called “glare” and causes the eye discomfort and strain. Eye strain can lead to blurred vision, headaches and fatigued – but it will NOT damage your eye.

So, do you really need Polarized sunglasses? While polarized lenses will not protect your eyes from UV damage more than standard 100% UV, they can give you clearer, more accurate vision and alleviate some eye strain. Athletes and outdoor hobbyists often use polarized sunglasses so they can see with a higher degree of precision. Polarized lenses are an excellent choice for:

· Golfers
· Skiers
· Fishermen
· Motorcyclists
· Beachgoers

If you find yourself squinting a lot, even when you’re wearing sunglasses, consider investing in polarized sunglasses. And whatever you do, remember to protect your eyes from ultraviolet rays. Ensure your sunglasses offer 100% UV protection and wear them anytime you head out into the sun.

18/03/2022

Just a reminder that although we will be closed on Monday the 21st of March as it is a public holiday - we ARE open on Saturday mornings from 9am - 1pm every weekend 🤓 contact us on 0315732198 for an appointment.