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Do pterygiums and corneal scars prevent laser eye surgery?
April 8, 2022 / Eye Health
Most people thinking of having laser vision correction surgery will be suitable and can expect to have an excellent outcome. However, some people have conditions affecting their eyes that make them unsuitable for laser eye surgery. Conditions such as cataracts, lazy eye, and severe dry eyes will likely mean that you are unsuitable. This blog will discuss two other conditions...
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Eight things our patients LOVE about having had laser vision correction
March 15, 2022 / Laser Eye Surgery
At the Wellington Eye Centre we perform laser vision correction surgery on a variety of eyes; short-sighted, long-sighted, presbyopic, and astigmatic eyes! Getting rid of your spectacles or contact lenses can be a game-changer. Here are some of the bonuses of surgery! 1. No more rain drops on my glasses and no more fogging from my mask! Raindrops on your...
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Why (most) humans can’t see clearly underwater or why (most) fish can’t see clearly out of water
February 16, 2022 / Eyesight
It’s a commonplace experience that, if you dive underwater, your vision immediately becomes blurry. Most, but not all, fish have the same experience when they jump out of the water. There are rare exceptions, however! Some fish are able to see well both in and out of the water, and there is one unique group of human beings able to...
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What’s the BUZZ about honey-based eye drops?
January 4, 2022 / Eye Health
Since the launch of Optimel Mānuka Honey eye care products in 2015, the use of honey-based products in eye care has been gaining momentum and creating a buzz. Honey has been documented for medicinal uses for centuries. It has been used to treat a range of ailments including wounds, infections, eye diseases, and gastrointestinal problems. It is only more recently...
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It’s time for a New Year, and a New You!
December 16, 2021 / Eye Health
As we close the chapter on another tough year it’s time to think about relaxing, enjoying the sunshine, and spending time with family and friends. It’s time to reflect on your goals and the year that has been. Ready to start the new year afresh! If you like to make New Year’s resolutions here are a few eye care ones...
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SMILE into Summer
November 18, 2021 / Laser Eye Surgery
At the Wellington Eye Centre, we offer 3 types of laser eye surgery – SMILE®, LASIK and PRK. Each surgery treats slightly different types of eyesight and has its own benefits. It’s important to talk to your Ophthalmologist during the pre-surgery assessments to determine which surgery may be best for you. Laser Eye Surgery Recovery Following laser eye surgery, you...
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Sick of your glasses fogging up with your face mask?
October 8, 2021 / COVID-19
Mask wearing is a day to day reality for most medical professionals. But the general population of New Zealand is only now becoming accustomed to it too. For the bulk of Kiwis, wearing a mask is a small personal inconvenience albeit one with a much greater purpose. For some, that inconvenience could be the frustration of their glasses fogging up! If...
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Sleep and the Effect on your Eye Health
October 4, 2021 / Eye Health
We know that getting enough sleep is important for our physical and mental health. But getting enough shut-eye is also crucial to your eye health and promoting clear and comfortable vision. It is especially important for anyone who suffers from dry eye. How much sleep do we need? Health experts recommend adults get 7 to 9 hours of sleep each...
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How do we know it is safe for you to have laser eye surgery?
September 23, 2021 / Laser Eye Surgery
At the Wellington Eye Centre, we take the well-being of our patients extremely seriously. Laser eye surgery is an elective surgery, performed on your most important sense organ. Therefore we put your safety first. Whether it’s SMILE®, LASIK or PRK, it is vital to know that it is safe to do so. This article will talk about some of the...
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Dry Eyes and Mask Wearing
September 6, 2021 / COVID-19
Mask wearing is a day to day reality for most medical professionals. Now the general population of New Zealand is becoming accustomed to it too. For the bulk of Kiwis, wearing a mask is a small personal inconvenience but one with a much greater purpose. For some, that inconvenience could be the onset or worsening of Dry Eye symptoms. Dry Eye...
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Spring has almost sprung, how to look after your spring related eye issues
August 26, 2021 / Eye Health
Spring is the season of hope, budding flowers, bouncy lambs and the end of winter! But for those who suffer from hay fever, it can be a real drag. You may have already started to experience itchy eyes and runny noses as the worst of winter is hopefully behind us. With the change of season just around the corner, now...
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Have your eye drops run out?
August 18, 2021 / Eye Health
Have you been caught short over lockdown and have run out of your eye drops? Or maybe the eye drops you normally use aren’t on the shelves in your supermarket or pharmacy? To help you navigate this we have outlined some options below. Prescription eye drops For those of you using prescription only eye drops, for example for the treatment...
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