Athenry Opticians

06/01/2026

❄️ “My eyes water the second I go outside in the cold…”

This surprises people, but 👇
That doesn’t mean your eyes are too watery.

Most of the time, it’s actually dry eye.

Cold air + wind
➡️ tears evaporate faster
➡️ your eyes panic
➡️ they send an emergency signal

So your tear glands flood the eyes with reflex tears.

The problem?
These tears are mostly water.
They don’t have enough oil to stay on the eye.

So they spill over…
and your eyes still feel dry, stingy, or irritated.

If winter makes your eyes worse,
it’s not about more tears — it’s about better tears 👁️✨

Follow for more dry eye facts 👀

05/01/2026

👁️ Dry eye isn’t just about “not enough tears.”

These images show what we often see beneath the surface:
• Blocked or shortened oil glands
• Thickened, stagnant oils
• An unstable tear film that evaporates too quickly

Without healthy oil flow, tears don’t last — no matter how many drops you use.

This is why dry eye needs proper investigation, not guesswork.
Advanced imaging lets us see the cause and tailor treatment properly.

If your eyes feel gritty, watery, tired, or sore — especially with screens — it’s worth a deeper look.

✨ Relief starts with understanding what’s really happening.

20/12/2025

Retinoscopy isn’t old school — it’s essential 👶👁️

When assessing children, we can’t rely on subjective answers alone.
Many kids can’t clearly explain what they see — and some will just guess.

That’s why retinoscopy matters.

✨ Why it’s a cornerstone of paediatric eye exams:
• Provides an objective measurement of refractive error
• Doesn’t depend on letters, language, or confidence
• Helps detect hidden long-sightedness, astigmatism & anisometropia
• Crucial for pre-verbal, anxious, or neurodivergent children

Retinoscopy shows us what the child’s visual system is actually doing — not just what they can tell us.

In a world of automated testing, this skill still makes a real difference to visual development ❤️

15/12/2025

🔥 New Treatment for Blepharitis – ZEST now available 🔥

Struggling with itchy, red, crusty or irritated eyelids?
Blepharitis is a very common condition – and it often needs more than home lid hygiene alone.

We’re delighted to now offer ZEST – an ochre-based, in-practice eyelid treatment designed to gently but effectively remove bacterial biofilm and debris from the eyelid margins.

✨ Why ZEST?
• Targets the root cause of blepharitis
• Gentle, non-irritating ochre formulation
• Helps reduce inflammation, redness & irritation
• Supports healthier lids and more comfortable eyes

Many patients notice improvement in comfort and lid cleanliness after treatment, especially when combined with the right at-home care plan.

If blepharitis or dry, irritated eyes are bothering you, a full dry eye and lid assessment is the first step 👁️

📩 Get in touch to find out if ZEST is right for you.

15/12/2025

12/11/2025

Blurry vision isn’t something to ignore — clarity starts with an eye exam. 👁️

📞 Book your appointment today at: athenryopticians.ie

11/11/2025

Blurry near vision? It might be time for a simple fix. 👓

📞 Book your appointment today at: athenryopticians.ie

10/11/2025

If reading your phone feels like arm’s-length training — it’s time for an eye check. 👓

Book your appointment today with https://athenryopticians.ie/

06/11/2025

Experience the difference of a professional eyelid deep clean 👁️✨
Healthier, happier eyes start here.

📞 Book your appointment today at: athenryopticians.ie

05/11/2025

Say goodbye to itchy, irritated eyes 👁️
Our ZEST treatment deeply cleans your eyelids — leaving your eyes refreshed, healthy, and comfortable.

📞 Book your appointment today at: athenryopticians.ie

04/11/2025

Itchy, irritated lids aren’t just a nuisance — they could be blepharitis. 👁️
Early diagnosis and the right care make all the difference.

📞 For professional eye care, visit: athenryopticians.ie