Adrian Yssel Optometrist

Adrian Yssel Optometrist Optometrist serving the community for over 40 years! Our focus is on providing the best in eye care

Yes, certain frame shapes can beautifully balance your face shape — but the real secret to looking great in glasses is w...
07/05/2026

Yes, certain frame shapes can beautifully balance your face shape — but the real secret to looking great in glasses is wearing what you love. When you feel good in them, that confidence shines through far more than any trend.

Quick guide to flattering shapes (while remembering the golden rule: choose what makes you happy!):
Round faces → Angular or rectangular frames add definition.
Square faces → Round or oval frames soften strong jawlines.
Oval faces → Almost any shape works — experiment freely.
Heart-shaped faces → Bottom-heavy or cat-eye styles balance the forehead.
Diamond or long faces → Oversized or rounded frames add width and softness.

At Yssel Optometry we help you try on dozens of styles so you can see (and feel) what suits your face and your personality. Come in, play with shapes, and leave loving what you see in the mirror.

Because the best glasses are the ones you never want to take off. ❤️

More screen time often means more demand on young eyes 👀From schoolwork to everyday use, children and students are spend...
01/05/2026

More screen time often means more demand on young eyes 👀

From schoolwork to everyday use, children and students are spending longer hours on digital devices — which can lead to tired eyes, discomfort, and difficulty focusing.

This May, support their visual comfort with a simple upgrade:

✨ Upgrade to blue light protecting lenses for FREE on qualifying pairs

A small change to their lenses can make screen time feel more manageable during busy days.

📅 Valid until 31 May 2026

📍 Suite 5, Medforum Building, Heunis Street 2302, Secunda
📲 076 606 6642
📞 082 776 6673
📧 ayssel@dvn.co.za

Happy Workers day! Please note the practice will be closed today for the Public HolidayWe will be back in Action on the ...
01/05/2026

Happy Workers day! Please note the practice will be closed today for the Public Holiday
We will be back in Action on the 4th of May!

Presbyopia is a natural age-related change that affects how your eyes focus on nearby objects 👁️It can make reading smal...
29/04/2026

Presbyopia is a natural age-related change that affects how your eyes focus on nearby objects 👁️

It can make reading small print, menus, or phone screens more difficult. The good news is that it can be identified during a routine eye exam and managed with the right vision correction.

📍 Suite 5, Medforum Building, Heunis Street 2302, Secunda
📲 076 606 6642
📞 082 776 6673
📧 ayssel@dvn.co.za

Happy Freedom Day! Please note our Practise will be closed on the 27th of April
26/04/2026

Happy Freedom Day!

Please note our Practise will be closed on the 27th of April

Most people only realise their glasses don’t fit correctly when they start sliding down their nose, digging into their t...
22/04/2026

Most people only realise their glasses don’t fit correctly when they start sliding down their nose, digging into their temples, or causing headaches after a few hours. A well-fitted pair of glasses should feel almost invisible — supporting clear vision without any discomfort or distraction.

At Yssel Optometry we check every detail during your dispensing appointment:
-Your pupils are perfectly centred in the lenses (for sharpest vision).
-The frames sit comfortably without extending past the sides of your face.
-The top of the lenses rests just below your eyebrows.
-When you smile or talk, the frames stay securely in place.
-They never slide down your nose.
-The temple tips rest gently and evenly on your ears.

A proper fit isn’t just about comfort — it protects your prescription accuracy and prevents unnecessary strain. Book your next eye test and frame fitting with us and experience the difference professional adjustment makes! 👓

Finding yourself holding your phone further away to read clearly? 📱👓Difficulty reading small text can be a common sign o...
15/04/2026

Finding yourself holding your phone further away to read clearly? 📱👓

Difficulty reading small text can be a common sign of changes in near vision as we get older. An eye examination can help determine what is causing the change and what options are available to improve your vision.

📅Book an eye exam

📍 Suite 5, Medforum Building, Heunis Street 2302, Secunda
📲 076 606 6642
📞 082 776 6673
📧 ayssel@dvn.co.za

As we head into the cooler months (perfect for more indoor time — but watch those screens!), let's talk myopia managemen...
08/04/2026

As we head into the cooler months (perfect for more indoor time — but watch those screens!), let's talk myopia management: proactive strategies to curb progression in children, starting before it even begins.

Myopia, or nearsightedness, affects over 40% of the global population and is projected to hit 50% by 2050, driven by genetics, less outdoor time, and intense near-work like reading or devices.

At Yssel Optometry, we focus on pre-myopia prevention for high-risk kids (those with family history or rapid eye growth changes): this involves monitoring axial length (the eye's front-to-back measurement) and encouraging lifestyle tweaks like 2+ hours outdoors daily, which research shows can reduce onset risk by 20-50%.

For progressing myopia, low-dose atropine eye drops (0.01-0.05%) are a game-changer — clinical trials (like the ATOM studies) demonstrate they slow elongation by 30-60% with minimal side effects like mild light sensitivity, making them safe for long-term use in children aged 4-12.

We combine this with other evidence-based options: orthokeratology lenses (worn overnight to reshape the cornea), multifocal soft contacts, or defocus-incorporated spectacles that create peripheral blur to signal the eye to stop growing excessively.

Early action not only sharpens vision now but also prevents high myopia later, reducing the risks of retinal issues or glaucoma.

If your child's prescription is climbing, let's assess and customise a plan — their future eyes will thank you! 👀📈

Happy Family Day 2026
06/04/2026

Happy Family Day 2026

Happy Easter! Please note we are taking a break over the easter weekend to be with our families. We will be back to norm...
01/04/2026

Happy Easter! Please note we are taking a break over the easter weekend to be with our families. We will be back to normal scheduled on the 7th of April! Thank you! 🐣

Here is something most people do not realise:You normally blink 15–20 times per minute.On screens? Often only 5–7. 😳Less...
26/03/2026

Here is something most people do not realise:

You normally blink 15–20 times per minute.
On screens? Often only 5–7. 😳

Less blinking = tears evaporate faster.

That can lead to:
🔥 Burning
💧 Dryness
🌫️ Temporary blur
😴 Eye fatigue

If your eyes feel uncomfortable after long screen time, there is a reason.
📍 Suite 5, Medforum Building, Heunis Street 2302, Secunda
📲 076 606 6642
📞 082 776 6673
📧 ayssel@dvn.co.za

Address

Heunis Steet Medforum Building
Secunda
2302

Opening Hours

Monday 08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday 08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday 08:00 - 17:00
Thursday 08:00 - 17:00
Friday 08:00 - 17:00
Saturday 08:30 - 12:00

Telephone

+27766066642

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