S. Walton Eyecare

S. Walton Eyecare S.Walton Eyecare is the oldest established independent community optical practice in South Tyneside.

πŸ–€ Happy Halloween from S Walton Eyecare πŸ‘“πŸŽƒStay safe, have fun, and keep those eyes on the treats! πŸ‘€βœ¨
31/10/2025

πŸ–€ Happy Halloween from S Walton Eyecare πŸ‘“πŸŽƒ
Stay safe, have fun, and keep those eyes on the treats! πŸ‘€βœ¨

πŸ‘€ Clear vision is no trick β€” it’s a treat! 🍬✨Book your Halloween eye exam today and keep the scares where they belong… n...
27/10/2025

πŸ‘€ Clear vision is no trick β€” it’s a treat! 🍬✨
Book your Halloween eye exam today and keep the scares where they belong… not in your vision. πŸ‘“

πŸŒ™ Night driving can be tricky β€” especially with headlight glare and poor visibility.πŸ‘“ Our night-driving lenses are desig...
24/10/2025

πŸŒ™ Night driving can be tricky β€” especially with headlight glare and poor visibility.

πŸ‘“ Our night-driving lenses are designed to help you see clearly and drive confidently, even on the spookiest night of the year.

πŸ“… Book your free night vision assessment

πŸ‘οΈ Focus your vision β€” what clarity do you seek?Clarity isn’t just about what you see… it’s how you see the world.πŸ‘“ Regu...
20/10/2025

πŸ‘οΈ Focus your vision β€” what clarity do you seek?

Clarity isn’t just about what you see… it’s how you see the world.
πŸ‘“ Regular eye checks help keep your vision as sharp as your goals.

πŸ“… Book your eye test today and step into a clearer tomorrow.

πŸ‘» Night driving doesn’t have to be scary!✨ Our night-driving lenses help reduce glare, sharpen your vision, and keep you...
15/10/2025

πŸ‘» Night driving doesn’t have to be scary!

✨ Our night-driving lenses help reduce glare, sharpen your vision, and keep your eyes comfortable behind the wheel.
🚘 So you can focus on the road β€” not the fright.

πŸ“… Book your night vision consultation today!πŸ‘€

πŸˆβ€β¬› β€œCan you spot the black cat?” πŸ‘“πŸŽƒπŸ‘“ This Halloween, make sure your eyesight is as sharp as your costume.πŸ“… Book your ey...
14/10/2025

πŸˆβ€β¬› β€œCan you spot the black cat?” πŸ‘“πŸŽƒ

πŸ‘“ This Halloween, make sure your eyesight is as sharp as your costume.
πŸ“… Book your eye test or night vision check today!

14/10/2025

πŸ‘“πŸŒ™ Do you find driving at night difficult?
Blurry vision, glare from headlights, or eye strain could be signs your eyes need extra support. ✨
Book an eye test today and see the road ahead with confidence. πŸš—πŸ’‘

Wearing unknown or unverified contact lenses β€” meaning lenses from an unknown source, without a prescription, or not app...
10/10/2025

Wearing unknown or unverified contact lenses β€” meaning lenses from an unknown source, without a prescription, or not approved by an eye care professional β€” can be very dangerous. Here are the key reasons why it’s important not to wear them:

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πŸ”Ή 1. Risk of Eye Infections

Unknown contact lenses may not be sterile or properly manufactured. This can lead to bacterial, fungal, or viral infections, such as:
β€’ Keratitis (inflammation of the cornea)
β€’ Corneal ulcers
β€’ Conjunctivitis (pink eye)

Some of these infections can cause permanent vision loss if untreated.

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πŸ”Ή 2. Improper Fit

Contact lenses are not β€œone-size-fits-all.”
If a lens doesn’t fit your eye’s curvature properly, it can:
β€’ Scratch your cornea (causing corneal abrasions)
β€’ Reduce oxygen flow to the eye
β€’ Cause redness, irritation, and blurred vision

Over time, this can damage your cornea and lead to chronic discomfort or scarring.

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πŸ”Ή 3. Unknown Materials and Solutions

Unverified or decorative lenses (like cheap cosmetic or Halloween lenses) may contain:
β€’ Toxic dyes or unsafe coloring agents
β€’ Low-quality plastic that blocks oxygen
β€’ Unsterile packaging, introducing bacteria

These can cause allergic reactions, toxicity, or severe inflammation.

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πŸ”Ή 4. No Professional Guidance

Without an optometrist’s fitting and instructions, users often:
β€’ Overwear lenses (for too long or overnight)
β€’ Fail to disinfect or store them properly
β€’ Reuse lenses meant for single use

All of these increase the risk of infection and corneal damage.

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πŸ”Ή 5. Possible Permanent Vision Damage

In the worst cases, complications from unsafe lenses can cause:
β€’ Scarring of the cornea
β€’ Reduced vision clarity
β€’ Permanent blindness

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βœ… What You Should Do Instead
β€’ Always get contact lenses prescribed and fitted by a licensed eye care professional.
β€’ Only buy lenses from reputable, approved sources.
β€’ Follow all cleaning and wearing instructions carefully.
β€’ Never share contact lenses with anyone.

πŸŒπŸ’š World Mental Health Day is a reminder that well-being is more than physical healthβ€”it’s about creating workplaces and...
10/10/2025

πŸŒπŸ’š World Mental Health Day is a reminder that well-being is more than physical healthβ€”it’s about creating workplaces and communities where everyone feels supported, heard, and valued. Let’s keep the conversation open.

The main event.Not a dry eye in the house.
09/10/2025

The main event.
Not a dry eye in the house.

πŸŽƒβœ¨We want everyone to enjoy their Halloween parties safely this year, and not put the health of their eyes at risk for t...
07/10/2025

πŸŽƒβœ¨We want everyone to enjoy their Halloween parties safely this year, and not put the health of their eyes at risk for the sake of looking scary πŸ’€.
Anyone thinking of wearing novelty lenses should visit their local optometrist for advice. πŸ‘“πŸ‘©β€πŸ’Ό
Contact lenses should only be fitted by a trusted eye care professional to ensure correct fitting and comfort.πŸ‘€βœ¨

Address

515 Stanhope Road
South Shields
NE334QX

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 6:30pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 1pm

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