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Contact Lenses

Contact lenses give you the freedom to enjoy clear vision without the need for glasses. At Icare, we provide a complete fitting and aftercare service to make sure your lenses are comfortable, safe, and suited to your lifestyle.

During your appointment, we will:

  • Check your prescription and assess suitability for contact lenses
  • Help you choose the right type – daily, fortnightly, or monthly lenses
  • Provide a demonstration on how to insert, remove, and care for your lenses
  • Offer trial lenses so you can test comfort and clarity
  • Schedule regular aftercare checks to protect your eye health

Whether you’re new to contact lenses or looking to change your current type, our opticians will guide you every step of the way.

Eye Conditions Explained

Myopia (Nearsightedness)

A common vision condition where near objects appear clear, but objects farther away look blurry.

A condition where it’s difficult to see things up close, but distant objects remain clear.

Astigmatism means your eye is shaped more like a rugby ball than a football, so light is focused at more than one place in the eye. This can cause blurred vision, headaches, or eye strain (often noticed after concentrating for long periods, e.g. on a computer).

Presbyopia is the gradual loss of the eye’s ability to focus on nearby objects. It’s a natural part of ageing, usually noticeable from the early to mid-40s, and continues to progress until around age 65.

Dry eye disease occurs when your tears don’t provide adequate lubrication. This may happen if you don’t produce enough tears, or if your tears are poor quality. It can cause stinging, burning sensations, and discomfort—especially in air-conditioned environments or after using digital devices for long periods.

A cataract is a clouding of the normally clear lens of the eye. This blocks light from properly reaching the retina, leading to cloudy or blurred vision. Cataracts develop gradually, and if they worsen, a straightforward operation can be performed to remove them.

A common condition that affects the middle part of vision, usually developing in people in their 50s and 60s. It does not cause total blindness but can make tasks such as reading or recognising faces more difficult as it progresses.

If uncontrolled, diabetes can cause damage to the small blood vessels in the retina. These may swell, leak, or bleed, which can reduce vision. Regular eye examinations are vital for detecting and managing diabetic eye complications.

Glaucoma is a common eye condition where the optic nerve, which connects the eye to the brain, becomes damaged. It’s usually caused by a build-up of fluid in the eye, increasing pressure inside. If left untreated, glaucoma can lead to permanent vision loss.

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