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Spring in South Africa means blossoms, braais and pollen season 🌸😩 Itchy, watery, red, swollen eyes are classic signs of...
02/09/2026

Spring in South Africa means blossoms, braais and pollen season 🌸😩 Itchy, watery, red, swollen eyes are classic signs of allergic conjunctivitis. Rubbing makes it significantly worse! Your optometrist can prescribe targeted anti-allergy eye drops and help identify your specific triggers. Allergy season doesn't have to ruin your spring.

September is Heritage Month 🇿🇦 and we're reflecting on what it means to care for our diverse, vibrant South African com...
26/08/2026

September is Heritage Month 🇿🇦 and we're reflecting on what it means to care for our diverse, vibrant South African community. Eye care should be accessible to every South African regardless of background, language, or income. As optometrists, we're committed to community outreach, education, and equitable eye health. Sight is a right.

You asked, we're answering! 🎙️👁 This week: your top eye health questions. From 'Do carrots really improve vision?' to 'I...
18/08/2026

You asked, we're answering! 🎙️👁 This week: your top eye health questions. From 'Do carrots really improve vision?' to 'Is reading in dim light bad for your eyes?' we love breaking down the myths. Drop your questions in the comments, or read more on our Info Centre: https://ydoptical.co.za /info_centre

Which symptom are you? 👀Watery, burning, dry, irritated, tired, stinging, or sore dry eye shows up differently for ever...
11/08/2026

Which symptom are you? 👀

Watery, burning, dry, irritated, tired, stinging, or sore dry eye shows up differently for everyone. Systane™ COMPLETE Preservative-Free offers clinically proven multi-symptom relief, protecting and replenishing all layers of the tear film with HP-Guar's hydrophilic meshwork.

Their symptoms, our solution. Ask your pharmacist about Systane™ COMPLETE today.
Read more: https://ydoptical.co.za /info_centre/view/312

Quick test: what number do you see in the image above?If it didn't jump out at you, that's actually pretty common colou...
05/08/2026

Quick test: what number do you see in the image above?

If it didn't jump out at you, that's actually pretty common colour vision deficiency affects far more people than most realise, and a lot of them don't find out until later in life.

We put together a article on why this happens and how a simple test can tell you more.
Read More Here: https://ydoptical.co.za/blog/297

Winter school holidays = perfect time for a kids' eye check ✅ No school disruptions, and healthy eyes ready for the seco...
28/07/2026

Winter school holidays = perfect time for a kids' eye check ✅ No school disruptions, and healthy eyes ready for the second half of the year. Undetected vision problems are a hidden barrier to learning. We recommend annual exams from age 3, and again before starting school. Book this week!

If you've started holding your phone further away to read, welcome to presbyopia 📱👴 the gradual loss of near focus as th...
21/07/2026

If you've started holding your phone further away to read, welcome to presbyopia 📱👴 the gradual loss of near focus as the crystalline lens hardens with age. It's completely normal and starts around 40. Progressive lenses, reading glasses, or multifocal contacts can restore comfortable near vision and your quality of life.

If you have diabetes, your eyes need extra attention 🩺👁 Diabetic retinopathy is a leading cause of preventable blindness...
14/07/2026

If you have diabetes, your eyes need extra attention 🩺👁 Diabetic retinopathy is a leading cause of preventable blindness in South Africa yet in its early stages, it causes NO symptoms. Every diabetic patient should have a comprehensive dilated eye exam at least annually. We work alongside your GP and endocrinologist to protect your sight.

We're halfway through 2026 have you booked your annual eye exam yet? ⏰👁 Most medical aids cover one eye exam per year as...
01/07/2026

We're halfway through 2026 have you booked your annual eye exam yet? ⏰👁 Most medical aids cover one eye exam per year as a primary benefit. Don't let it lapse! Vision changes gradually you often don't notice until it becomes significant. July fills up fast book before the mid-year rush.

Book now: https://ydoptical.co.za/new_booking

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Shop 11 Green Valley Shopping Centre, 88 Stoneridge Drive, Greenstone Hill
Johannesburg
1609

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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 09:00 - 13:00
Sunday 09:00 - 13:00

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