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Eye Care and Eye Health
Oscar Wylee is passionate about eye care and your eye health. We have experienced optometrists with high-quality equipment to test, diagnose and in some cases, treat eye conditions and diseases. We are experts in eye care and provide bulk billed eye tests in every store, performed by our trusted optometrists.
Optometrist
Our Oscar Wylee optometrists are dedicated to providing fundamental eye care services. They are one of three eye care professionals, including ophthalmologists and optical dispensers, who work together to look after your vision.
Eye Test
A regular eye test is an essential part of taking care of your health. From pretesting to a retinal scan, the results of an eye test enable our optometrists to provide tailored advice on how to best support your visual needs.
- What is a Snellen Chart? A Complete Overview
- What is Visual Acuity and How Does it Work?
- Visual Field Testing
- What is a Retinal Scan?
- Checkup Eye Test: Definition, and What to Expect?
- Eye Checkup and Exams with Glossary Terms
- Eye Exam for Children: Importance, Different Tests, Benefits, Signs, and Problems
- Visual Acuity Tests: Types, Procedures, Benefits and Limitations
Guides
At Oscar Wylee, we offer a wide range of glasses and lens types. Choosing the right pair and learning how to take care of them is crucial, which is why we’ve provided in-depth guides to make the process easier.
- Our Lenses
- Single Vision Lenses
- Multifocal Lenses
- Reading Glasses
- Blue Light Glasses
- Blue Light Glasses for Kids
- The Advantages Of Anti-glare (Anti-Reflective) Glasses
- Bifocal Glasses Lenses: A Complete Guide
- Eye Yoga: Benefits, Effects, And Does it Work?
- Do Polarised Sunglasses Block Blue Light?
- What are Progressive Lenses?
- A Guide to High Index Lenses
- What are Prism Glasses and How Does Prism Correction Work?
- Photochromic Glasses
- Non-Prescription Glasses
- Polarised Sunglasses
- How To Clean Oscar Wylee Glasses
- Understanding the Gunk in My Eyes
- Polarised Glasses vs. UV Protection Glasses: The Key Differences
- Blue Light Glasses: Definition, Use, Types and Benefits
- Why Do My Eyes Hurt When I Wake Up? 8 Causes and Treatment
- 9 Clear Signs You Need New Glasses for Improved Vision
- Sunglasses: What is it, How it Works, Importance, and How to Choose
- Glasses Repair: How to Fix Broken Glasses
- Parts of Glasses: A Guide to the Anatomy of Glasses
- Photochromic Lenses: What is it, How it Works, and Uses
- High Index Lenses: What are They, and How They Work
- 20-20-20 Rule: Preventing Eye Strain and Improving Eye Health
- Can you Shower with Contacts in? Risks and Precautions
- Burning Eyes at Night: Why Do My Eyes Burn When I Close Them?
- How to Read an Eyeglasses Prescription
- Choroid: Anatomy, Function, and Associated Eye Diseases
- Best Glasses for Round Face (Male and Female): Frames, Shapes and Types
- Best Glasses for Oval Face (Male and Female): Frames, Shapes and Types
- Best Glasses for Different Face Shapes: How to Choose Glasses for Male and Female Face Shapes
- 8 Best Types of UV Sunglasses for Eye Protection: Buyer's Guide
- 10 Best Men's Eyeglasses Frames for Every Face Shape: Buyer's Guide
- 10 Tips for Eye Health and Keeping Eyesight Healthy
- Do Blue Light Glasses Work?
- Eye: Definition, How does it Work, Anatomy, and Functions
- 14 Best Types of Designer Sunglasses: Buyer's Guide
- Buy Online Prescription Glasses and Sunglasses
- How Does the Human Eye See?
- Optic Disc: Anatomy, Function, and Related Eye Conditions
- Macula: Anatomy, Function, and Macula-related Conditions
- Pupil: Anatomy, Function, and Related Eye Conditions
- Rod Cells: Anatomy, Function, and Associated Eye Problems
- Crystalline Lens: Anatomy, Function, and Associated Eye Problems
- Perfect Vision: What It Means and How to Maintain It
- Tear Film: Anatomy and Function
- Vitreous Humour: Anatomy, Function, and Related Eye Problems
- Bandage Contact Lens (Therapeutic Contact Lenses): Types, Benefits and Risks
- Eye Colour and Shape: What Does it Say About Human Health
- Hand-Eye Coordination: Definition, Benefits, and Treatment
- 6 Ways to Improve Hand-Eye Coordination
- 5 Benefits Of Hand-Eye Coordination
- Progressive Lenses: Definition, How it Works, Uses, and Benefits
- A Comprehensive Guide to Different Types of Colour Blindness
- Contact Lenses: What is it, How it Works, Guide, and Advantages
- Night Driving and Vision Glasses
- 4 Eye Exercises for Strabismus
- 9 Ways to Protect Eyes from Ultraviolet (UV) Light
- Contact Lens Solution: Importance, Types, Application and Benefits
- 12 Different Types of Contact Lenses
- Single Vision Lenses: Definition, How it Works, Purpose, and Benefits
- Polycarbonate Lens: What is it, Advantages, and Disadvantages
- Polarised Lenses: Definition, How it Works, Advantages, and Disadvantages
- Seeing Flashing Lights in the Corner of the Eye: What is it, Causes, and Treatment
- What to Do If You Burn Your Eye: Immediate Actions and Treatment
- Effective Methods for Safely Cleaning Your Eyes: How To Properly Clean Your Eyes
- Itchy Eye Causes: 8 Reasons Your Eyes Itch
- 8 Different Types of Lenses for Glasses
- Multifocal Lenses: Meaning and How it Works
- Best 8 Ray-Ban Alternatives
- 21 Warning Signs and Symptoms of Eye Problems
- 16 Common Eye Problems in Children
- What Does Sphere, Cylinder and Axis Mean?
- Cornea: Anatomy, Function, and Associated Eye Problems
- Diabetic Eye Exam: Importance, Purpose, and What to Expect
- Best Glasses for Pear Face (Male and Female): Frames, Shapes and Types
- Best Glasses for Square Face (Male and Female): Frames, Shapes and Types
- Summer Sunglasses Styles for Women and Men: Buyer's Guide
- 10 Best Eyeglasses for Women in 2023
- Different Types of Glasses, Frames, and Lenses
- Best Glasses for Diamond Face (Male and Female): Frames, Shapes and Types
- Best Blue Light-Blocking Glasses and Reviews
- What is Blue Light from Digital Devices?
- How to Turn On and Off Blue Light On iPhone and Android
- 14 Best Kids' Glasses Types to Buy Online
- Ciliary Body: Anatomy, Function and Associated Eye Diseases
- Iris: Anatomy, Function, and Iris-related Conditions
- Optic Nerve: Anatomy, Function, and Related Eye Problems
- Fovea: Anatomy, Function, and Fovea-Related Conditions
- Cone Cells: Anatomy, Types, Function, and Associated Eye Problems
- Retina: Anatomy, Function, and Related Eye Conditions
- Sclera: Anatomy, Function, and Related Eye Problems
- 10 Ways to Keep Children's Eyes Healthy
- Conjunctiva: Anatomy, Function, and Associated Eye Conditions
- Eye Surgery: Definition, Types, Conditions and Preparation
- Astigmatism Treatments: Can Astigmatism be Corrected?
- Cataract Surgery: How is Surgery Conducted, Complications and Recovery Time
- Understanding Eye Diseases and Eye Health
Eye Conditions
Eye health is an extremely important aspect of your life. At Oscar Wylee, our optometrists are qualified to diagnose, treat and refer patients who have a variety of eye conditions depending on their needs and concerns.
- Common Eye Conditions
- Glaucoma
- Hay Fever
- Myopia
- Presbyopia
- Dry Eyes
- Macular Degeneration
- Hyperopia
- Red or Bloodshot Eyes
- Lazy Eye (Amblyopia)
- Puffy Eyes
- Crossed Eyes (Strabismus)
- Pink Eye (Conjunctivitis)
- Eye Fatigue
- Eye Allergies
- Pterygium (Surfer's Eye)
- Eye Twitching
- Blurred Vision
- Eye Floaters
- Eye Pain
- Pressure Behind the Eye
- Eye Herpes
- Cataracts: Definition, Types, Causes, Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention
- Eye Stroke
- Top 25 Common Eye Problems
- Eye Ointment
- Double Vision (Diplopia): Definition, Types, Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
- 9 Common Causes of Irritated Eyes
- 10 Top Common Causes of Eye Injuries
- Sudden Light Sensitivity: Causes, Treatments, and Prevention
- Nearsightedness
- Astigmatism
- Keratoconus: Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatments
- Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD): Types, Cause, Symptoms, and Treatment
- Accommodative Esotropia: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
- Black Eye
- Childhood Glaucoma: Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment
- Iritis: Types, Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
- 14 Natural Home Treatments and Remedies for Sore Eyes
- Fuchs' Dystrophy: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments
- Posterior Vitreous Detachment (PVD): Causes, Diagnosis and Treatments
- Eye Bleeding (Hyphema)
- How to Flush the Eye Safely
- 7 Different Types of Eye Drops You Should Know
- Eye Doctors
- 10 Tips for Computer Eye Strain Relief
- Eye Exercises, Techniques and Tips to Improve Eye Health
- The 10 Best Vitamins and Supplements for the Eyes: What Should You Know
- Dry Eyes: Causes, Treatment, and Prevention
- Eye Strain Headache: Definition, Treatment, Prevention, and Diagnosis
- 9 Ways to Detect Eye Disease
- Glaucoma: Definition, Symptoms, Types, Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatments
- Ocular Melanoma: Definition, Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatments
- Hyperopia (Farsightedness): Definition, Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
- Nystagmus: Definition, Types, Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
- Presbyopia: Definition, Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
- Colour Vision Deficiency: Definition, Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
- Childhood Cataracts: Definition, Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
- Macular Hole in the Eye: Definition, Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
- What is Night Blindness (Nyctalopia): Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
- Hypertropia: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
- Esotropia: Definition, Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
- Intermittent Exotropia: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
- Shingles in the Eye: Definition, Symptoms, Complication, and Treatment
- Refractive Errors: Types, Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatments
- Blepharitis: Types, Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatments
- Uveitis: Types, Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
- Chalazion: Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatments
- Corneal Disease: Types, Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment
- Keratitis: Types, Cause, Symptoms, and Treatment
- Pinguecula: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
- 12 Common Eye Problems Among the Elderly
- Light Sensitivity: Definition, Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatments
- Photokeratitis: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
- Retinitis Pigmentosa: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatments
- Corneal Abrasion: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
- Corneal Dystrophy: Types, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
- Macular Pucker: Causes, Symptoms, Treatment and Care
- Distorted Vision (Metamorphopsia): Definition, Types, and Causes
All about eye care
Eye care is an important part of your health and well-being.
On this page, we will focus on the following aspects of eye care.
- Maintaining healthy eyes and eyesight
- The need for eye check-ups
- Children’s eye care
Healthy eyes and maintaining your eyesight
Your eyes need care and attention if you want to ensure the health of your eyesight.
Some things you can do to maintain healthy eyes are:
- Eat a well-balanced diet-The food you eat plays an integral role in the health of your body and can also affect your eyes.
- Avoid touching or rubbing your eyes-This can cause irritation and spread bacteria.
- Protect your eyes from UV rays with sunglasses-Australia has high levels of UV radiation meaning you need to wear polarised lenses to reduce the harmful rays.
- Avoid smoking-Smoking can increase your risk of certain eye diseases such as cataracts and macular degeneration.
- Schedule regular eye exams with an eye care professional-This ensures your optometrist can detect or monitor any eye conditions or diseases that affect the health of your eyes
Eye touching: is it safe?
In general, is it not good to touch or rub your eyes, especially if your hands are dirty. Any touching of your eyes can spread infection and potentially make things worse.
If you are struggling with rubbing itchy or dry eyes, try using lubricating eye drops which will add moisture to your eyes and can relieve the need to rub them.
Sore eyes: What to do
It is not uncommon to experience sore eyes, but it can be confusing to know what is normal and when you should see your eye doctor.
If you are experiencing eye pain, it is best you see your local eye care professional, especially if the pain is paired with vision problems, headaches, or nausea.
Book an appointment with one of our optometrists in-store where they can perform a comprehensive eye exam and answer any and all questions or concerns.
Blue light glasses
Blue light glasses are used to help block rays that could potentially cause discomfort and strain to your eyes. They are popular with people who spend a lot of time in front of screens such as at work or gaming.
While blue light glasses are effective at blocking blue light emitted from screens, it is still early in the research to determine the effectiveness of these filters and whether they are protecting your eyes from damage.
The importance of sunglasses with UV protection
Sunglasses are indispensable for ensuring that you enjoy the outdoors with clear vision and protection against the sun. All of this is available in Oscar Wylee’s sunglass lenses from tinted to transition lenses with 100% UV protection.
Book an eye test
Oscar Wylee eye tests are bulk billed through Medicare. This means there will be no out-of-pocket expense for eligible Medicare cardholders.
Eye check ups
Regular eye check-ups are crucial for your eye health as not only will they provide you with the prescription you may need for any corrective devices such as glasses, but they can also diagnose eye conditions and diseases.
How much is an eye test? Are eye tests free?
Oscar Wylee offers bulk billed eye tests, so there are no out-of-pocket expenses for eligible Medicare card holders.
For those who are not covered under Medicare, some health insurance providers may reinburse the cost, otherwise, our eye tests are available for $70.
How often should I get an eye test?
We recommend that everyone should have a routine eye check up with an optometrist at least once every 2 years.
If you are over 65 years old, then a yearly review is advised.
Eye conditions and problems
Our qualified optometrists are here to help if you have any concerns regarding your vision or eyes. Our stores are fully equipped to diagnose or treat many common eye conditions.
Some common eye conditions include:
- Double vision
- Glaucoma
- Dry eyes
- Conjunctivitis
- Presbyopia
Kids eye care
Oscar Wylee offers bulk billed eye tests for kids and children. It is recommended for children to have an eye exam:
- When you suspect there may be issues with your child's vision
- Just before they start school
- At your discretion, or your optometrists suggestion
It is common for children in the classroom to have vision problems. Vision impairment can impact greatly on a child’s learning, confidence, and behaviour. The sooner that vision problems are detected, the better the outcome, and that could make a big difference to your child. Our qualified optometrist and petite frames for children are here to help you look after your child's vision.
Not every optometrist performs eye tests on children. Contact your local Oscar Wylee store for more information.
Oscar Wylee eye care optometrists
We at Oscar Wylee believe you should make your eye health a priority with regular eye examinations, taking preventative actions such as wearing sunglasses and caring for your kid’s eyes from a young age.
Book your next eye test with one of our trusted optometrists.