Vergelegen Optometrist

24/11/2025

The Subtle Signs Your Glasses Need an Update

Sometimes vision changes quietly. If you’re squinting more, taking your glasses off to read, feeling eye strain at the end of the day, or noticing that things just don’t look as crisp, it may be time for a refresh.

Regular eye exams helps ensure your prescription is accurate and your eyes are healthy, even when you feel fine.

Looking after your vision today protects your comfort and clarity for years to come. ✨

21/11/2025

Zeiss has just brought out a game changer. The best lens coating on the market.

💛 water just rolls off
💛 so much more smudge resistant
💛 much easier to clean
💛 so much more scratch resistant
💛 clearer lenses , no distracting blue reflections
💛 UV protection

19/11/2025

👁️ Are You Overwearing Your Contacts?

Weekdays blur into weekends… and sometimes contact lenses stay in longer than they should.

Even a few extra hours can reduce oxygen to the cornea, leaving your eyes dry, irritated, or sensitive to light.

Give your eyes a break, clean your lenses properly, and switch to glasses when you can.

If your contacts start feeling uncomfortable, it’s time to chat to us.

17/11/2025

🕶️☀️ Your Sunglasses Might Be Lying to You

Dark lenses don’t always mean UV protection.

Without proper UV filtering, your pupils actually let in more harmful light, increasing your risk of long-term damage.

Always look for sunglasses marked UV400 or 100% UV protection.

Your eyes deserve the real deal.

14/11/2025

Whether at home or at work, managing diabetes means staying informed, supported, and proactive about your health.

Eye exams play an important role in monitoring changes linked to diabetes, and early detection makes all the difference.

Knowledge and consistency keep you thriving.

10/11/2025

Your Plate Shapes Your Vision 🍽️

What you eat doesn’t just affect your blood sugar, it affects how your eyes age.

For people living with diabetes, meals rich in leafy greens, omega-3s, and antioxidants help protect the delicate blood vessels in the eyes.

Stable blood sugar levels reduce the risk of swelling, leakage, and vision changes linked to diabetic retinopathy.

Every balanced plate is a small act of prevention, for your eyes, and for your health.

07/11/2025

👁️Blink more. Strain less

When we stare at screens, our blink rate drops by up to 60%.

That means dry eyes, fatigue, and blurry vision can sneak up fast.

Blink consciously. Rest often. Your eyes will thank you later.

05/11/2025

03/11/2025

✨Frames that frame your story 👓

Your glasses aren’t just about seeing clearly. They’re about being seen.

From bold statement pieces to subtle classics, your eyewear tells a story about who you are.

At Vergelegen Optometrist, we help you find frames that fit not just your face, but your style, mood, and moment.

Because beautiful eyewear is an extension of your personality, not just a necessity.

31/10/2025

👁️Your eyes are faster than you think.

Every second, your eyes and brain work together to process thousands of details so you can effortlessly see the world around you.

In less than a heartbeat, your visual system gathers information, interprets it, and helps you react, whether it’s catching a ball, spotting a smile, or noticing something out of place.

Seeing is so automatic we forget it’s extraordinary.

Take care of your eyes. They’re doing more than you think. 💙