Deon Hattingh Optometrist

25/02/2026

Our new sticker at the entrance of the new premises of our practice.

Just a reminder that the practice has moved to:

Block A, 65 Central street, Houghton Estate, 2198

17/02/2026

Transform Your Understanding of Vision and Posture!

💡 As an influential Optometrist in Houghton Estate, Johannesburg, Deon Hattingh believes in improving lives through comprehensive care.

From pediatric vision therapy to adult dry eye solutions, his expertise shines.

Don’t miss him speaking at the Low Vision Centre of Learning webinar on February 18, 2026, at 17:30: “The Role of an Optometrist in Neck Pain and Head Posture: Vertical / Cyclophoria.”

Discover the connections between eye health, head posture, and neck pain.

Register today at https://lvcol.org and level up your practice! 📅🩺

17/02/2026

Is your child "distracted," or are they just struggling to see?

Have you ever asked your child to fetch something from a cupboard, only for them to say they can’t find it—even though it’s right in front of them? 🧐

It might not be a lack of effort. It could be a Visual Processing Difficulty called figure-ground discrimination. When a child's eyes and brain aren't communicating perfectly, schoolwork can become an exhausting battle. Many children with "perfect" 20/20 eyesight are actually fighting double vision, eye strain, or tracking issues that make reading feel like a marathon.

Don't let a hidden visual struggle be mistaken for a behavioral issue. Every child deserves to be seen and understood.

Learn the difference between visual efficiency and processing in our latest blog post! 📖👇
https://deonoptom.co.za/2026/02/07/vision-related-learning-difficulties-more-than-just-eyesight/?utm_source=Website&utm_medium=Blog&utm_campaign=Visual%2520Stress

10/02/2026

Why does reading on a screen feel like a workout for your brain?

You might have 20/20 vision, yet still suffer from "uncomfortable" sight, headaches, and fatigue. The culprit often isn’t your eyes—it’s your environment. Visual Stress is a real phenomenon where modern, high-contrast settings (like your office or your child's classroom) overstimulate the brain.

Are you ready to stop the strain and understand why your environment is the missing piece of the puzzle?

Read our latest blog post for the answers:

https://deonoptom.co.za/2026/01/26/why-can-vision-feel-uncomfortable-understanding-visual-stress-and-modern-environments/?utm_source=Website&utm_medium=Blog&utm_campaign=Why%2520does%2520my%2520vision%2520feel%2520uncomfortable

10/02/2026

Why does reading on a screen feel like a workout for your brain?

You might have 20/20 vision, yet still suffer from "uncomfortable" sight, headaches, and fatigue. The culprit often isn’t your eyes—it’s your environment. Visual Stress is a real phenomenon where modern, high-contrast settings (like your office or your child's classroom) overstimulate the brain.

Are you ready to stop the strain and understand why your environment is the missing piece of the puzzle?

Read our latest blog post for the answers: Link in Bio

07/02/2026

Transform Your Understanding of Vision and Posture!

💡 As an influential Optometrist in Houghton Estate, Johannesburg, Deon Hattingh believes in improving lives through comprehensive care.

From pediatric vision therapy to adult dry eye solutions, his expertise shines.

Don’t miss him speaking at the Low Vision Centre of Learning webinar on February 18, 2026, at 17:30: “The Role of an Optometrist in Neck Pain and Head Posture: Vertical / Cyclophoria.”

Discover the connections between eye health, head posture, and neck pain.

Register today at https://lvcol.org and level up your practice! 📅🩺

04/02/2026

02/02/2026

Very basic course. But hope to become fluent soon.

20/01/2026

Are you accidentally damaging your vision?

It might seem like a harmless habit, but rubbing your itchy eyes during allergy season can lead to a serious condition called Keratoconus, which changes the shape of your cornea and blurs your vision permanently.

If you or your children are struggling with:

Itchy or watery eyes

Light sensitivity while driving

Persistent redness

It’s time for a professional check-up. We pride ourselves on a family-friendly environment where every patient, especially our little ones, receives the special attention they deserve.

🔗 Read the full guide here: [ https://deonoptom.co.za/2025/01/31/allergy-season-and-your-eyes-the-hidden-dangers-of-allergic-eye/?utm_source=Website&utm_medium=GMB&utm_campaign=Allergies ]

13/01/2026

Is your child struggling to focus, or is it just "new school jitters"?

Sometimes what looks like a lack of concentration is actually a vision problem. Many children don't realize they can't see clearly because they’ve never known anything else. Is your child’s vision holding them back from enjoying Grade One? 👓✨

Read our full guide here: https://deonoptom.co.za/2024/12/13/is-your-child-ready-for-grade-one/?utm_source=Website&utm_medium=GMB&utm_campaign=Ready%2520for%2520Grade%2520one

13/01/2026

Is your child struggling to focus, or is it just "new school jitters"?

Sometimes what looks like a lack of concentration is actually a vision problem. Many children don't realize they can't see clearly because they’ve never known anything else. Is your child’s vision holding them back from enjoying Grade One? 👓✨

Read our full guide here: https://deonoptom.co.za/2024/12/13/is-your-child-ready-for-grade-one/?utm_source=Website&utm_medium=GMB&utm_campaign=Ready%2520for%2520Grade%2520one