De Smedt Optometrists

11/02/2026

Link for Waverley: https://smpl.is/ah5pf

Link for Pretoria North: https://smpl.is/ah5pg

09/02/2026

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06/02/2026

WHEN YOUR EYES PUT ON A LIGHT SHOW

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Seeing flashes of light or floating spots in your vision?
They’re often harmless, but sometimes they need urgent attention. This article explains when flashes and floaters are normal—and when it’s time to book an eye test.

Few visual disturbances are as distracting as the tiny specks or sudden bursts of light that appear seemingly out of nowhere. These drifting spots, thread-like shapes, or quick flickers, which generally appear at the edges of the field of vision, are floaters and flashes. Many people experience them...

04/02/2026

👓 Is your child’s eyesight getting worse every year?
That’s called progressive myopia — and it doesn’t have to just be “wait and see.”

We offer ZEISS myopia control lenses that help slow down the worsening of short-sightedness in children, while still giving clear, comfortable vision for everyday life.

👧🧒 The earlier we start, the better the results.
📅 Book a myopia check today and protect your child’s future vision.

📍 Waverley
☎️ 012 332 2057
📧 waverley@desmedt.co.za

📍Pretoria North
☎️ 012 546 3105
📧 ptanoord@desmedt.co.za

02/02/2026

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30/01/2026

Will we 😍 you there?

💖 Free Valentine’s Community Run/Walk – Waverley Plaza

📍 Start & finish: Outside Wimpy, Waverley Plaza
📅 Saturday, 14 February 2026
⏰ Meet 6:15 AM | Start 6:30 AM
🎟 FREE entry – register via Quicket (pre-entry only, capped at 350) 👉 https://qkt.io/jwIxSW

✨ What to expect:

Wear pink or red to celebrate Valentine’s Day

Relaxed 5KM run/walk

Great music & positive vibes

Community energy & social connection

⚠️ Important:

Entries close midnight 12 Feb

Ticket collection at Wimpy: 13 Feb (14:00–17:00) & 14 Feb (05:00–06:00)

Cut-off: 75 minutes (15 min/km pace). Tail walker & time keeper provided.

30/01/2026

Glaucoma is known as the silent thief of sight because it does not present with any symptoms during the early stages.

The only way to prevent blindness from glaucoma is to have regular eye examinations.

When was the last time you had a comprehensive eye exam?

📍 Waverley Plaza
☎️ 012 332 2057
📧 waverley@desmedt.co.a

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☎️ 012 546 3105
📧 ptanoord@desmedt.co.za

30/01/2026

I WAS FRAMED BY MY OPTOMETRIST

26/01/2026

January is Glaucoma Awareness Month.
In its early stages, glaucoma does not present with any symptoms. This is also the time when treatment can prevent future vision loss.
The only way to prevent blindness from glaucoma is early detection and treatment.

When was your last eye examination?
Contact us to book your appointment today.

📍 Waverley Plaza
☎️ 012 332 2057
📧 waverley@desmedt.co.a

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☎️ 012 546 3105
📧 ptanoord@desmedt.co.za

23/01/2026

AVERAGE PERSON BLINKS 14 TO 17 TIMES PER MINUTE
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