M&M Optical

21/10/2025

🔍 Myth vs Fact: Uveitis Edition

❌ Myth: Uveitis is just eye irritation.
✅ Fact: Uveitis is an inflammatory eye disease that can lead to vision loss if left untreated.

Knowing the difference can protect your eyesight. If you notice unusual changes in your vision, book an eye exam right away. 👁️💡

18/10/2025

17/10/2025

Inflammatory eye diseases, such as uveitis, can seriously impact your vision if left untreated. Early detection and treatment are key to protecting your sight.

Common Symptoms to Watch For:
🔹 Eye redness
🔹 Blurred vision
🔹 Eye pain or sensitivity to light
🔹 Dark spots (floaters) in your vision

💡 If you notice any of these, don’t wait – book an eye exam. Protecting your eyes today means clearer vision tomorrow.

14/10/2025

Did you know regular eye exams can detect problems before they become serious? 🩺 Protect your vision and schedule your next appointment today – early detection saves sight!

Book yours today at admin@mmoptical.co.za

09/10/2025

Happy World Sight Day! 👁️✨ Today, we celebrate the gift of vision and raise awareness for eye health worldwide. Regular check-ups and healthy habits can make a lasting difference.

06/10/2025

Eye injuries can happen in a split second – are you prepared? ⏱️ Learn essential first aid tips for common eye injuries to act fast and prevent long-term damage. Knowledge can save your sight!

👁️ Essential First Aid Tips for Eye Injuries:
1️⃣ Do not rub your eye – rubbing can worsen the injury or push objects deeper.
2️⃣ Flush with clean water – if something is in your eye, gently rinse it out with sterile saline or clean water.
3️⃣ Seek medical help immediately – if pain, redness, or vision changes persist, visit an optometrist or emergency care without delay.

✨ Your vision is precious – protect it today!

02/10/2025

Did you know most eye injuries happen at home or work? 🏠💼 Protect your vision with simple precautions – wear safety glasses, keep hazardous items secure, and take regular breaks when working on screens.

Your eyes deserve the best care!

26/09/2025

🧠 If your child forgets words they just read or struggles with spelling—even after practice it might be a visual memory or perception issue.
These kids see the words but can’t retain them visually.

📘 Vision therapy and tailored exercises can greatly improve this! Let’s work together to boost your child’s confidence and success.

23/09/2025

🧠 Vision problems are often overlooked in Alzheimer’s.

But did you know that:
🔍 The brain plays a key role in how we process what we see.
📉 Alzheimer’s can cause visual misperception, depth issues, and even difficulty reading facial expressions.

Support those affected by being aware and proactive with eye and memory checks.

18/09/2025

🏋️‍♂️ You protect your knees and back at the gym—but what about your eyes?

Gym-goers, take note:
👁️ Avoid contact lenses during intense sweat sessions
🧼 Always wash hands before touching your eyes
😎 Wear wraparound eyewear to prevent irritation and injury from equipment or aircons.

Your vision is as vital as your gains!

15/09/2025

😴 Skipping sleep doesn’t just make you tired; it impacts your eyes.

Here’s how:
💤 Less tear production = dry, gritty eyes
💤 Puffy lids = restricted peripheral vision
💤 Eye twitching from fatigue

Top tip: Stay hydrated and give your eyes a break if you’re sleep-deprived.

12/09/2025

Does your child struggle to keep their place while reading?

👀 It could be poor eye tracking, not poor reading skills.
Eye tracking issues affect how smoothly their eyes move across lines of text.

This impacts:
📘 Reading fluency
🧠 Comprehension
🎯 Concentration

Our visual assessments can help identify if your child needs support including with WISE Reading programmes.