Leith Opticians and Hearing Centre Pinner

29/10/2025

Finding frames that flatter every face - even the carved ones! 😄🎃
Book your eye test today!

27/10/2025

✨ 👀 Optical illusions teach us how our eyes and brain work together to see. You live in a 3D world, so your brain gets clues about depth, shading, lighting, and position to help you interpret what you see.
But when you look at an 2D image, your brain can be fooled because it doesn't get the same clues. Magical things begin to happen…

24/10/2025

Horses can see nearly 360° thanks to eyes on the sides of their heads! 🐴 A fascinating reminder of how uniquely every species sees the world. 👁️✨

'You often have to teach horses something on both sides of their body for them to process the information fully.'

20/10/2025

A life-changing breakthrough 👁️ - a new eye implant is helping blind patients read again. Incredible progress in restoring sight and hope. Life-changing eye implant helps blind patients read again

The results are astounding and a major advance, say surgeons involved in international research using the pioneering technology.

19/10/2025

'Fluke' optician visit finds boy, 7, in danger of going blind in eye

Mabon plays sport and there had been no sign in school there was a problem with his sight.

17/10/2025

👁️ Fun Fact Friday: Did you know your eyes are the only place in the body where blood vessels can be seen without surgery? That’s why they’re often called the window to your health - eye exams can reveal signs of conditions like diabetes, high blood pressure, and more!

15/10/2025

Going to the optician! 🤣👓

12/10/2025

Contact lenses give you the freedom to enjoy clear vision without glasses. Whether you’re new to lenses or need an update, we’ll help you find the perfect fit. 😎

10/10/2025

👓💚 Today is World Mental Health Day

Good vision isn’t just about seeing clearly – it’s also about feeling well in ourselves. Eye strain, headaches, and vision problems can affect our mood, concentration, and overall mental health.

Taking time for an eye exam is a small step that can make a big difference in your wellbeing.

Let’s take care of our eyes and our minds today. 💚

📅 Book your eye test and give yourself a little peace of mind.

09/10/2025

'My eyesight might been saved if I'd gone to the optician sooner'

Gail Cairns started experiencing sight loss, headaches, and eye pain, but did not go to an optician when she first had symptoms.

07/10/2025

The link between smoking and sight loss is as strong as the link between smoking and lung cancer. http://visionmatters.org.uk/news/news/post/156-say-eye-quit-for-stoptober

04/10/2025

🍂☀️ Autumn sunshine may feel softer, but don’t be fooled - UV rays are still present and can affect your eyes year-round. Protecting your vision isn’t just for summer. Sunglasses with proper UV protection help guard against long-term eye damage while keeping you comfortable in changing light.

👓 Call in during the week to explore our range of stylish, protective eyewear.