You control your life, keratoconus does not. We understand people react differently to the news they have Keratoconus. Lack of knowledge and support often creates fear. We recommend learning as much as you can about this condition and investigating the many options available to let you get back to your life. While we believe it’s important to accept this diagnosis, we hope to help you realize there are many resources available to help you adapt. Wondering why you can't just wear glasses or regular contact lenses? Keratoconus (ker-uh-toe-KOH-nus) occurs when your cornea-the clear, dome-shaped front surface of your eye thins and gradually bulges outward…

The world’s understanding of myopia is rapidly developing, and the necessary technology alongside it. It remains to be seen, but myopia cannot be merely explained by genetics alone. Here are a few important details we now know about myopia. Myopia actually means that the eye is longer than it should be. Myopia was once recognized as thick glasses and high prescriptions. A longer eye is concerning as it often gets worse in growing children and there are significant eye health and quality of life implications with every step of worsening myopia. Breaks are important. It is recommended that your child take breaks from reading and screen…

Mobile digital devices have conquered the world at an extremely fast pace and pose new challenges to the human eye. Mobile device use throughout the day creates visual demands that the eye wasn’t designed for as up to 70% of patients are already suffering from Digital Eye Strain. Millions suffer from Digital Eye Strain with no relief in sight…until now. ZEISS SmartLife Digital Lenses are designed for patients in the 25-45 age range who frequently use their mobile phones and tablets. Digital Lenses at a glance Large distance zone.   Compressed corridor for ease of viewing in all directions. Comfortable near zone for stress-free viewing of digital screens Designed for more…

There are many myths surrounding contact lenses, some of which wrongly put people off buying them. Typically these myths grow from an unusual experience or misunderstanding of information. Many of these myths are also based on how contact lenses used to be, instead of the current design and technology of lenses. Any information regarding your eyes should be properly assessed as following up on faulty information can cause more problems such as long-term eye issues. To help you steer clear of these misconceptions, Lodge Optical Ltd has debunked some of the most widely believed myths about contact lenses. 

***Wearing face masks is an essential measure for fighting the spread of COVID-19. However, while masks may help prevent illness, they also create problems of their own. One of these issues is mask-associated dry eye. (Known as MADE)