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Haven Opticals Ltd Restoring function and meaning to life for the visually impaired through personalized eye care

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O2 Mall, Plot 9, Hakeem Dickson Link Road, Off Elf Bus Stop, Lekki Phase I, Lagos, Nigeria. Suite A9/A10, D Cherub Mall, Opposite Alpha Beach Junction, Lekki-Epe Expressway, Lekki, Lagos, Nigeria.

📢 WE HAVE MOVED!HAVEN EYE & DENTAL CLINICCherub Mall → Chevy View EstateDear Valued Patients,Our Cherub Mall branch has ...
15/10/2026

📢 WE HAVE MOVED!

HAVEN EYE & DENTAL CLINIC
Cherub Mall → Chevy View Estate

Dear Valued Patients,

Our Cherub Mall branch has relocated to Chevy View Estate, Lekki. We look forward to welcoming you to our new location for your eye and dental care.

📍 NEW ADDRESS
7B Udeco Medical Road, Chevy View Estate,
Chevron Drive, Lekki, Lagos.
Beside Irish Medspa.

📍 OUR O2 MALL BRANCH
You can also visit us at:
O2 Mall, Plot 9 Hakeem Dickson Link Road,
Lekki Phase 1, Lagos.

🕘 OPENING HOURS
Monday–Friday: 9:00 am–5:00 pm
Saturdays & Public Holidays: 10:00 am–3:00 pm

Thank you for your continued trust and patronage.

New location, same commitment to your care.

👁️ Did you know that a baby born prematurely may develop a serious eye condition that can permanently affect their visio...
14/10/2026

👁️ Did you know that a baby born prematurely may develop a serious eye condition that can permanently affect their vision if not detected early?

What is Retrolental Fibroplasia (RLF)?

Retrolental fibroplasia is the historical term for advanced Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP), an eye disease that affects the developing retinal blood vessels of premature babies. In severe cases, abnormal blood vessels and scar tissue can develop, causing the retina to detach and potentially leading to permanent vision loss.

🔍 Who is at risk?

Premature babies are particularly vulnerable, especially those born:
- Before 32 weeks of pregnancy.
- With a very low birth weight, particularly below 1,500 grams.
- With medical complications requiring intensive neonatal care.

⚠️ Why is it dangerous?

ROP may not cause obvious symptoms in its early stages. Parents may not notice anything unusual until the condition becomes severe. This is why waiting for signs of poor vision can be dangerous.

✅ How can it be prevented from causing severe vision loss?

1️⃣ Ensure every eligible premature or low-birth-weight baby receives timely retinal screening.

2️⃣ Follow the screening schedule recommended by the baby's ophthalmologist.

3️⃣ Ensure prompt treatment when severe ROP develops. Depending on the stage, treatment may include laser therapy, anti-VEGF injections, or surgery.

4️⃣ Attend all recommended follow-up appointments, even when the baby’s eyes appear normal.

❤️ Dear parents, your premature baby's eyes need special attention. Early screening and timely treatment can make a life-changing difference.

📢 Share this post with expectant mothers, new parents, nurses, and anyone caring for premature babies. One share could help protect a child's sight!

📍 Visit Haven Eye and Dental Clinic for professional eye care and guidance on appropriate eye examinations.

Contact lenses can give you clear vision and a beautiful look, but improper use can put your eyes at serious risk!Many p...
13/10/2026

Contact lenses can give you clear vision and a beautiful look, but improper use can put your eyes at serious risk!

Many people wear contact lenses every day without realizing that simple mistakes can lead to eye infections, corneal ulcers, and, in severe cases, permanent vision loss.

So, are you wearing your contact lenses safely? Let's find out! 👇

🚨 6 WAYS CONTACT LENS USE CAN HARM YOUR EYES

1. 😴 Sleeping with your contact lenses

Unless specifically prescribed for overnight wear, sleeping in your lenses can reduce oxygen supply to the cornea and increase the risk of serious eye infections.

Prevention: Remove your lenses before sleeping.

2. 🚿 Washing your lenses with water

Tap water, bottled water, and saliva are NOT safe alternatives to contact lens solution. Water can contain microorganisms that cause dangerous infections, including Acanthamoeba keratitis.

Prevention: Use only the recommended sterile contact lens disinfecting solution.

3. 🧼 Handling lenses with dirty hands

Your hands can transfer germs, dirt, and other contaminants directly onto your lenses and into your eyes.

Prevention: Wash your hands with soap and water, then dry them thoroughly before touching your lenses.

4. ⏰ Wearing lenses longer than recommended

Keeping your lenses in for too long or exceeding their replacement schedule can increase irritation and infection risk.

Prevention: Follow your prescribed wearing schedule and replace your lenses as directed.

5. 🧴 Reusing old contact lens solution

Topping up old solution or using the same solution repeatedly can reduce its disinfecting effectiveness.

Prevention: Empty the lens case after use and refill it with fresh recommended solution. Keep your lens case clean and replace it regularly.

6. 🏊 Swimming or showering with contact lenses

Water exposure while wearing contact lenses increases the risk of eye infections that can threaten your sight.

Prevention: Remove your lenses before swimming or showering.

🔴 WHEN SHOULD YOU WORRY?

If you wear contact lenses and suddenly develop eye pain, redness, light sensitivity, excessive tearing, or blurred vision, remove your lenses and seek urgent eye care. Do not continue wearing them or attempt to treat the problem yourself.

👁️ YOUR EYES DESERVE PROTECTION!

Contact lenses are medical devices, not just beauty accessories. The wrong habits can turn a convenient way to see or enhance your appearance into a serious eye health problem.

At Haven Eye and Dental Clinic, we encourage safe contact lens use and regular professional eye examinations.

📍 Don't wait until your eyes start hurting. Book an eye examination and ensure your contact lenses are suitable for your eyes.

Share this post with someone who wears contact lenses. You might help protect their sight!

Your glasses help you see clearly, but did you know that cleaning them the wrong way can cause scratches and reduce thei...
12/10/2026

Your glasses help you see clearly, but did you know that cleaning them the wrong way can cause scratches and reduce their lifespan?

Here are 5 tips to keep your lenses clean and in good condition:

✅ Use a lens-cleaning solution: Choose a cleaner specifically designed for eyeglass lenses.

✅ Use a microfiber cloth: It gently cleans your lenses without causing unnecessary scratches.

✅ Rinse before wiping: Rinse your lenses with clean, lukewarm water to remove dust and tiny particles that could scratch the surface.

❌ Avoid your clothes, tissue paper, and rough materials: These may scratch your lenses over time.

❌ Never use harsh chemicals: Products like household glass cleaners may damage lens coatings.

💡 Remember: Scratched lenses can affect visual comfort and clarity. Proper cleaning helps your glasses last longer and keeps your vision clear.

📍 Do you want your glasses to serve you longer? Start by cleaning them the right way!

Visit HAVEN EYE AND DENTAL CLINIC for professional eye care and eyewear advice.

Imagine sitting in church on a beautiful Sunday morning, trying so hard to read your Bible, follow the scriptures on the...
10/10/2026

Imagine sitting in church on a beautiful Sunday morning, trying so hard to read your Bible, follow the scriptures on the screen, or see what the pastor is showing you… but everything looks blurry.

You squint. You move closer. You adjust your sitting position. Sometimes, you even ask the person beside you, “Please, what does that verse say?”

Does this sound familiar? 🤔

Dear friend, you don't have to keep managing blurry vision!

Difficulty seeing clearly in church could be a sign that you need an eye examination. It may be related to an uncorrected refractive error, changes in your prescription, cataracts, or another eye condition that requires professional attention.

👓 Here are 4 signs you shouldn't ignore:

🔹 You struggle to read your Bible, even when you hold it closer.

🔹 The words on the projector screen look blurred from your seat.

🔹 You frequently squint or experience headaches while reading.

🔹 You can no longer see faces or objects clearly from a distance.

The good news? Many causes of blurry vision can be managed with the right treatment or appropriate corrective lenses, depending on the underlying condition.

🙏 Your next Sunday experience can be different!

Don't wait until you can barely see before taking your eye health seriously. Make next week the beginning of clearer, more comfortable vision.

📅 BOOK YOUR EYE CHECK-UP FOR NEXT WEEK AT HAVEN TOTAL EYE CARE!

Let's help you see more clearly, read more comfortably, and enjoy every moment of your worship experience.

❤️ Love Your Eyes. Protect Your Sight.

09/10/2026

Have you ever felt that annoying itch in your eyes and your first reaction was to rub or scratch them?

You’re not alone! But did you know that rubbing your eyes might make the problem worse instead of giving you relief? Here’s why! 👇

🔴 1\. YOU COULD DAMAGE YOUR CORNEA. Your cornea is the clear, front surface of your eye. Rubbing it aggressively can cause scratches or injuries, leading to pain, redness, and blurred vision.

🔴 2\. YOU MAY WORSEN THE ITCHING. Rubbing can trigger the release of more histamine, a chemical involved in allergic reactions. This may increase the itching, leaving you trapped in a frustrating cycle of rubbing and more itching! 😫

🔴 3\. YOU COULD INCREASE YOUR RISK OF EYE INFECTIONS. Your hands come into contact with many surfaces throughout the day. Touching or rubbing your eyes with unclean hands can transfer germs into your eyes.

🔴 4\. YOU MAY INCREASE YOUR RISK OF KERATOCONUS. Frequent, vigorous eye rubbing is associated with keratoconus, a condition in which the cornea gradually becomes thinner and bulges outward, potentially affecting your vision.

🔴 5\. YOU COULD MISS AN UNDERLYING EYE PROBLEM. Itchy eyes may be caused by allergies, dry eyes, irritation, or an infection. Repeated rubbing only provides temporary relief without addressing the actual cause.

👁️ SO, WHAT SHOULD YOU DO INSTEAD?

✅ Avoid rubbing or scratching your eyes.

✅ Apply a clean, cool compress over your closed eyelids to help soothe the itching.

✅ Wash your hands before touching the area around your eyes.

✅ Avoid suspected triggers, such as dust, smoke, or other irritants.

✅ Seek professional eye care if the itching persists, keeps returning, or comes with redness, discharge, pain, or blurred vision. Sudden vision changes or severe eye pain require urgent medical attention.

💡 REMEMBER: Your eyes are delicate, and that moment of relief from rubbing may not be worth the damage you could cause.

❤️ LOVE YOUR EYES. PROTECT YOUR SIGHT. Don't let an itchy eye become a bigger problem!

Your eyes work for you every single day—helping you see the people you love, experience beautiful places, work, learn, a...
08/10/2026

Your eyes work for you every single day—helping you see the people you love, experience beautiful places, work, learn, and enjoy life. But how often do you stop to care for them?

Many eye conditions can develop gradually, sometimes without obvious symptoms until vision is already affected. That’s why protecting your sight shouldn’t start only when you notice a problem.

👁️ Have regular comprehensive eye examinations.
🕶️ Protect your eyes from harmful UV exposure.
📱 Give your eyes regular breaks from prolonged screen use.
🩺 Manage health conditions such as diabetes and hypertension.
🚨 Don’t ignore persistent eye pain, redness, flashes, floaters, or changes in vision.

Most importantly, don’t wait for your vision to become blurry before checking your eyes.

This World Sight Day, make a simple promise to yourself:
LOVE YOUR EYES. PROTECT YOUR SIGHT. ❤️👁️

Because every beautiful moment is worth seeing.

You protect your skin from the sun… but are you protecting your eyes? Many people think cataracts are simply an unavoida...
07/10/2026

You protect your skin from the sun… but are you protecting your eyes?

Many people think cataracts are simply an unavoidable part of getting older. But long-term exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation can contribute to cataract development and progression, causing gradual damage to the eye’s natural lens.

And here’s the part you shouldn’t ignore:

☀️ Every day you spend outdoors without adequate UV protection, your eyes are exposed to UV radiation.

UV exposure is not something you necessarily feel. Your eyes may look perfectly normal while cumulative damage is occurring over time.

🕶️ HOW DO YOU PROTECT YOUR EYES?

✅ Choose sunglasses that provide 99–100% UVA and UVB protection.
✅ Wear them whenever you're outdoors, especially during prolonged sun exposure.
✅ A wide-brimmed hat can provide additional protection.
✅ Don't wait until your vision becomes blurry before having your eyes examined.

And remember: Not every dark pair of sunglasses offers adequate UV protection. Look for sunglasses specifically labeled UV400 or 100% UVA/UVB protection.

👁️ Your eyes are exposed to the sun every day. Protect them before problems begin.

When was your last comprehensive eye examination?
📍 Book an eye check-up today and make UV protection part of your daily eye-care routine.

You could be losing part of your vision before you even realize it.ARMD — Age-Related Macular Degeneration — is an eye c...
06/10/2026

You could be losing part of your vision before you even realize it.

ARMD — Age-Related Macular Degeneration — is an eye condition that affects the macula, the part of the eye responsible for sharp, central vision.

And here’s what makes it concerning: early ARMD may cause little or no noticeable symptoms. You may still feel like you can see perfectly, while changes are quietly developing.

As it progresses, you may notice: 🔹 Blurry or distorted central vision
🔹 Straight lines appearing wavy
🔹 Difficulty reading or recognizing faces
🔹 A dark or blurry spot in the centre of your vision

👀 The good news? Regular comprehensive eye examinations can help detect changes early, sometimes before you notice them yourself.

Don’t wait until your vision starts interfering with your daily life before you take your eyes seriously.

Your eyes deserve a check—even when they feel fine.

🗓️ When last did you have a comprehensive eye check-up?

05/10/2026

When was the last time you had a proper eye examination?

If your answer is “I can see clearly, so I don’t need one,” think again. 👀

Many eye problems can develop silently, without pain, redness, or noticeable changes in vision—until the problem becomes more difficult to manage.

🩺 WHY SHOULD YOU HAVE AN ANNUAL ROUTINE EYE CHECK-UP?

A routine eye examination can help your eye-care professional:

✅ Detect vision changes early
✅ Check for conditions such as glaucoma and other eye diseases
✅ Monitor the health of your eyes
✅ Identify changes that may require further medical attention
✅ Make sure your glasses or contact lenses are still suitable for your vision needs

👓 AND DON'T FORGET YOUR LENS PRESCRIPTION!

Even if you still see reasonably well with your glasses, your prescription can change over time.

Have your lens prescription reviewed at least every 2 years—or sooner if you notice blurred vision, headaches, eye strain, difficulty seeing at night, or your glasses no longer feel as effective.

Your old glasses may still look perfectly fine… but your eyes may have changed.

❤️ MAKE EYE CARE A ROUTINE, NOT AN EMERGENCY.

Don't wait until your vision becomes blurry before you take your eyes seriously.

📅 Annual eye check-up.
👓 Prescription review at least every 2 years.
👁️ Early detection can make a difference.

When was your last eye examination?
If you can't remember, perhaps it's time to book one.

Address

O2 Mall, Plot 9, Hakeem Dickson Link Road, Off Elf Bus Stop, Lekki Phase I
Lagos

Opening Hours

Monday 09:00 - 17:00
Tuesday 09:00 - 17:00
Wednesday 09:00 - 17:00
Thursday 09:00 - 17:00
Friday 09:00 - 17:00
Saturday 10:00 - 15:00

Telephone

+2349087935555

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