How IPL Treatment Can Relieve Dry Eyes

Posted on January 16, 2025 by Sokada

If you’re struggling with the discomfort of dry eyes please read on. In this blog post we are discussing how IPL treatment can relieve dry eyes for you. At Focus Medical Eye Centre, we’re now offering Intense Pulsed Light Therapy (IPL) for dry eyes, a non-invasive and painless treatment that can significantly improve your eye health. IPL works by targeting the root causes of dry eye symptoms, offering a long-lasting solution to enhance tear production and quality, providing comfort and relief after just a few sessions.

What is IPL Treatment for Dry Eyes?

Intense Pulsed Light Therapy (IPL) works by emitting light pulses around the eyelids and cheeks, targeting the glands responsible for tear production. This therapy is designed to address the root causes of dry eye symptoms, offering an effective solution to improve tear quality and reduce discomfort.

The light pulses stimulate the parasympathetic nerve, which controls the glands involved in tear production. This helps to enhance the quality of the oily part of the tear film, called meibum, and clears obstructions within the glands. As a result, you experience improved tear quality, reduced inflammation, and less dryness. IPL also works to reduce the presence of Demodex (eyelash parasites) on the face and eyelids, which can often contribute to dry eye symptoms.

One of the major benefits of IPL is its lasting effects, with several months of relief following a course of treatment. It also slows down the damage or atrophy of the glands, which helps to preserve long-term eye health.

The Benefits of IPL Treatment for Dry Eyes

When you opt for IPL treatment at Focus Medical Eye Centre, you can expect a wide range of benefits:

Improved quality of life: Experience relief from the discomfort of dry eyes and enjoy better overall eye health.
Reduction in dry eye symptoms: Most patients notice an improvement from the very first session.
Neuropathic pain relief: IPL can help reduce the discomfort caused by dry eyes, providing lasting relief.
Improved contact lens comfort: If you wear contact lenses, IPL can significantly improve their comfort and reduce irritation.
Reduced inflammatory markers: IPL helps reduce inflammation, making your eyes more tolerant of other treatments, such as eye drops.
Effective treatment for Demodex Blepharitis: IPL can reduce the presence of these eyelash parasites, which can contribute to dry eye symptoms.
Improved appearance of fine lines: The light pulses also target the skin around your eyes, helping to reduce fine lines and improve skin texture.

Treatment Costs

A full course of IPL treatment typically involves four sessions, as the therapy has a cumulative effect. The cost for the full treatment is £600 for all four sessions, or £200 per session, which is more for top-up sessions after the initial treatment has been completed. Before starting the treatment, a dry eye assessment is required to determine whether IPL is suitable for you. Some patient types may be excluded or less likely to benefit from IPL.

Get In Touch!

If youwant to know how IPL Treatment can relieve dry eyes and also explore the benefits of IPL treatment, the team at Focus Medical Eye Centre is here to help. For more information or to schedule your dry eye assessment, please contact us at 01323 442062 or email info@focusmedicaleyecentre.co.uk. Take the first step toward clearer, more comfortable eyes today!

Lindberg Eyewear – Handcrafted Danish Design

Posted on February 20, 2023 by Sokada

Lindberg are a brand synonymous with style, quality and innovation. With over three decades of experience in the industry, Lindberg has established itself as a leading name in the eyewear sphere.

A brief history

Lindberg is a Danish eyewear brand. Founded in 1979 by architect Henrik Lindberg and his father optometrist Poul-Jørgen Lindberg. Their union created a unique intersection between innovative design and comfort. Lindberg uses only the finest of premium materials such as titanium, acetate, and buffalo horn. It ensure the glasses are durable and withstand the test of time. The lightweight properties of these glasses also make them an absolute joy to wear.

Lindberg eyewear is characterised by clean lines, lightweight construction and custom fit options. Over the years, the brand has earned a reputation for producing some of the most comfortable and stylish glasses on the market and has become a favourite among customers around the world.

Why choose Lindberg Eyewear?

Lindberg’s unique design, aimed at the sophisticated minimalist, is what separates them from the competition. Those who use Lindberg appreciate the timeless style and understated elegance of the design.

In addition to their outstanding design, Lindberg also pride themselves on their cutting-edge technology. They were the first company to produce rimless glasses and continue to push the boundaries of possibility with eyewear. Additionally, the brand has a patented screwless hinge technology. This means their frames are not only sleek and stylish but also have unmatched strength.

Another key feature of Lindberg glasses are their customisation options. Lindberg has an extensive range of prescription and non-prescription lenses. Due to the materials most are made from, they can be easily adjusted to ensure a perfect fit. This level of adjustability ensures you own the perfect pair of glasses suited to your style and face.

Recent Lindberg news

In 2021, Lindberg became part of Kering Eyewear, which belongs to the global luxury group Kering. Kering Eyewear design, develop and distribute eyewear for a complete and well-balanced portfolio of 16 luxury, fashion and lifestyle brands such as Gucci, Saint Laurent, Bottega Veneta, Balenciaga, Alexander McQueen, Brioni and Boucheron.

Lindberg Eyewear at Focus Medical Eye Centre

If you’re looking for a pair of eyeglasses that combine timeless design with cutting-edge technology, then Lindberg is the brand for you. If you’re after a pair of stylish everyday wearers or something a little more special, Lindberg still has you covered. So why wait? Invest in a pair of Lindberg eyeglasses today and experience the best eyewear for yourself.

Get in touch

If you are looking for a pair of Lindberg glasses and want to find stockists in East Sussex, then come into our store on the High Street in Hailsham, East Sussex and take a look at the many styles we have.

Prada at Focus Medical Eye Centre

Posted on November 16, 2022 by Sokada

We recently took on the latest range of Prada prescription glasses. Prada is one of the world’s largest and most successful designer brands. Hence, we are excited and proud to introduce Prada prescription specs at Focus Medical Eye Centre.

All About Prada?

Prada is one of the few household names known in and outside of the fashion sphere. However, if you’re yet to discover this mammoth brand, or are simply looking to grow your knowledge, then please read on.

Prada was founded in Milan in 1913 by Mario Prada and his brother Martin. The brand quickly grew and became a world-renowned luxury Italian fashion house. Today, Prada is undoubtedly one of the most iconic designer brands available. Consequently, they have also become one of the most instantly recognisable brands available. Their design is synonymous with classy, sharp yet conventional products.

Prada Prescription Glasses

Prada has shown the same amount of attention to detail in the design of their prescription glasses as they do all the items they produce. Crafted with precision, every frame in this latest range has a unique style about them. Moreover, Prada design their glasses with a modern vision of high fashion. With assistance from their bold styling, contemporary shapes and classic colours Prada has become an instantly recognisable brand.

Why We’ve Introduced Prada at Focus Medical Eye Centre

It goes without saying how huge of a brand Prada is. We feel honoured to be able to stock their great range. Prada frames are exceptionally stylish and expertly crafted. This ensures the frames you are given are durable and feel like the luxury item they are.

Looking For New Specs?

Interested in viewing our full range of Prada spectacles? Then please feel free to visit us in-store! We have an impressive, varied collection of Prada at Focus Medical Eye Centre. We’re more than willing to walk you through everything we offer. This way you can leave with a pair of Prada glasses that make you look and feel great.

Give us a call on 01323 442062 or email us at info@focusmedicaleyecentre.co.uk. Alternatively, you can fill out the contact form here.

Introducing Evolv AI

Posted on August 23, 2022 by Sokada

Better hearing has finally arrived! Introducing the Evolv AI range from Starkey.

Who Are Starkey?

Starkey is one of the largest leading manufacturers of hearing aids in the world. They believe that hearing is the key to human happiness and health. Being able to hear people and the world around us is as essential to human experience as breathing. Through their innovative products, they show dedication to delivering the best hearing experience possible.

What is Evolv AI?

Starkey has a complete family of the world’s most innovative hearing technology that seamlessly connects and adapts to your life. Their hearing aids perform 55 million automatic adjustments an hour, to suit whatever activity you’re doing. What’s more is that their Evolv AI hearing aids have the clearest ‘Starky Sound’ ever and are expertly designed to automatically deliver realistic sound quality in every listening environment.

Compared to previous technology, Evolv AI provides an additional 40% reduction in noise energy designed to reduce listening effort. The Evolv AI offers the smallest 2.4 GHz CIC to their most powerful BTE, making them the perfect combination of exceptional sound quality and a full line of discrete easy-to-hide hearing aids. When it comes to effortless hearing, Evolv AI is the answer.

More information on the Evola AI range

Effortless Connectivity

Evolv AI has seen the introduction of Starkey’s latest and most advanced connectivity ever. With improved connection, more Android connectivity than ever before and our best sound quality, patients can seamlessly experience and enjoy their favourite TV, music, and conversations. Evolv AI effortlessly fits with your lifestyle.

The Thrive Hearing App

With the Thrive Hearing App, users can easily view and manage their health information and receive daily feedback on their progress. The full-featured, user-friendly app provides users with full control of their Evolv AI, Livio Edge AI, Livio AI or Livio hearing aids. The app is essential for you to see activity progress as well as the benefits of wearing hearing aids.

Compatible with both Apple and Android devices, the Thrive app offers additional features designed to enhance patients’ listening experiences and gain more control of their hearing aids

Looking for a Product From the Evolve AI Range?

If you’re looking to find out more information about the Evolve AI range then we highly recommend contacting us. You can fill out our contact form. Alternatively, you can contact us directly by calling 01323 442 062 or email info@focusmedicaleyecentre.co.uk. We will get back to you as soon as possible.

Minishades – Polarised Sunglasses for Children

Posted on June 21, 2022June 23, 2022 by Sokada

Here at Focus Medical Eye Centre, we understand how important it is to look after your little ones whilst out in the sunshine this summer. As parents and carers, we are particularly good at applying sun cream. However, one thing we are not prepared for or even had a solution for was protecting their eyes!

The World Health Organization suggests that 80% of your lifetime UV exposure occurs between birth and 18. So it’s especially important for children to wear sunglasses to protect their eyes from the short and long-term damage of UV light.

Minishades are 100% UV polarized sunglasses for children compliant with British Standards offering complete UV protection to your child’s eyes. Meaning that they are more than fit for duty protecting your little ones on the front line.

We all know how stylish we like to feel when we wear glasses. So why should children not feel the same? The Minishades we offer come in a range of different colours. Luckily for everyone, they are made from a virtually indestructible rubber material, BPA-free and super comfortable. This means they’re perfect for even the most extreme play and will last as long as they fit!

No matter how old your little one is we have a perfect fit size for them. Minishades come in 3 sizes; 0-3 years, 3-7 years and 8-12 years.

These sunglasses also have a special hide-and-seek loss warranty. This means you’re ready for the worst-case scenario. After purchasing and registering online if they are damaged or lost you are able to claim a free replacement on 1 pair. All claims have a processing and shipping fee of £4.99 which is payable at the time of the claim.

For more information please contact Focus Medical Eye Centre on 01424 442062, fill in a contact form here or pop into the practice to purchase your pair.

All About Ray-Ban

Posted on June 14, 2022February 6, 2023 by Sokada

Ray-Ban is a timeless, classic brand that produces some of the highest-quality glasses available on the market. Ray-Bans are one of the most well-known and most loved designer brands on the planet. Here at Focus Medical Centre, we stock a wide selection of both sunglasses and prescription glasses from Rayban.

History of the Ray-Ban

Back in the 1930s, the high flyers of the US Air Force needed protection against the harmful rays of the sun. Thus, Ray-Ban was born. They used plastic frames and green lenses that could cut out the glare without obscuring vision. The sunglasses were then redesigned with a metal frame the following year and patented as the Ray-Ban Aviator. This technology expanded quickly to the likes of the police force and conquers of the great outdoors.

Towards the end of the 1950s, Ray-Ban made a turn, focusing more so on everyday fashion. Towards the 1990s Ray-Ban had fully established itself in fashion and pop culture. Style, music and technology were all booming for Rayban, causing them to have another massive surge in popularity. Which is still incredibly prominent today.

Over the years many styles had come and gone, but the Ray-Ban remained. The iconic look of the frames became a true fashion statement, which had an indelible effect on culture for trendsetters around the world.

Why Choose Ray-Ban?

In today’s society, there’s an incredibly long list of well-made and effective glasses available, prescription or not. So why choose Ray-Ban? The fact of the matter is that Ray-Bans are arguably one of the most prominent brands in the world and have been a staple in fashion for decades. Since their directional shift towards fashion, they have been a real hit amongst celebrities and the public alike; it’s clear to see why.

Are Ray-Bans Good Quality?

Their focus on fashion hasn’t meant there was a drop in quality. Ray-Ban clearly prides itself on its ability to design and manufacture frames and lenses of the highest quality. Their frames are durable and well-crafted. If you take the time and properly care for your glasses they will last for years.

Plus, over time this will save you money as you’re no longer having to frequently replace cheaper glasses.

The Way They Make You Feel

Due to the high quality and solid build, they feel like a luxury product. If you’ve ever owned a pair of Ray-Bans you’ll know what I’m talking about. The sense of confidence they give you is unmatched; they always say if you feel good you look good.

No other glasses have had as much of an impact on the fashion and culture of the world as the Ray-Ban. Just look at Hollywood! Ray-Bans are not only the go-to for many actors off the big screen but the characters they play to share their appreciation for a good quality pair of glasses.

Think of the Top Gun movies for example. Your brain likely first goes to Fighter Jets, then to Tom Cruise and his aviators. They’re such an important piece of history and will likely be forever popular.

Get In Touch

If you are looking for Ray-Ban Frames & Lenses and want to find stockists in East Sussex, then come into our store on the High Street in Hailsham, East Sussex and take a look at the many styles we have. And don’t forget, if you love Ray-Bans, then why not buy them as prescription sunglasses or just as standard sunglasses.

Prioritising Your Eye Care

Posted on September 1, 2021June 23, 2022 by Sokada

Here at Focus Medical Eye Centre, we have built a reputation for offering the very best eye examinations possible. Using the latest technology, carried out by our resident specialists in an unrushed environment.

We believe in offering all our patients the very best level of care possible whenever it is needed and as such have made a change in how we deliver eye care.

We will now be offering all our patients an extended eye examination lasting 45 minutes and include all diagnostic scans as standard. This means Optomap wide-field retinal imaging and OCT ( advanced Macula and Glaucoma screening ) will be included. Which will allow us to assess the health of your eyes as thoroughly as possible.

As of September 2021, we will no longer be offering a basic NHS sight test as this only covers 10 minutes of our time. It does not include any diagnostic scans, which does not allow us to work to the standard we want to. Under current NHS rules, we are not permitted to see you as often as we would like, which also limits our ability to look after your eyes to the standard we want to.

We have now introduced our innovative Advanced Clinical Eye Care Plan which covers all your eye care for a small monthly fee of just £7.00 *

Full benefits of the care plan are as follows:

Comprehensive Eye Examinations

45 minute unrushed eye examination carried out by resident specialists using the latest technology.
All scans with interpretation are covered within the scheme whenever clinically necessary. This includes Optomap ultra-widefield retinal imaging and 3D OCT scans.
As many eye examinations as clinically needed without the 2 year NHS restrictions.
Standard Contact lens appointments covered (excludes specialist fitting and aftercare).
1 child is covered by 1 plan. All children in one family are covered by 2 plans.

Access To Emergency Appointments & Prescribing

Unlimited emergency appointments, scans and eye care as needed.
Private prescribing of eye medication by our IP specialist Practitioners.

Cost Savings On Spectacles

Affordable eyewear with 10% total price for plan members.
50% off the total price on second pair purchases.
Children will have basic single vision lenses covered if a parent is on a plan.

Repairs And Servicing Of Spectacles

Free in-house repairs to spectacles and extended warranty on frames and lenses.
Basic single vision lenses are covered under a repair warranty once every 12 months for children.

* 12 month minimum contract applies.

We will of course also offer a Pay As You Go Option if this works better for you. A 45 minute eye examination including Optomap and OCT with our in-house specialists is £85.00 and a shorter eye examination for under 21’s with Optomap is available for £45.00

Information about our Advanced Clinical Care plan can be found at our website focusmedicaleyecentre.co.uk

Beware of Cheap Sunglasses!

Posted on April 7, 2021 by Sokada

As we’ve seen a little bit more of the sun over the last few weeks, you might be thinking about picking up a new pair of sunglasses. There are plenty of different brands to choose from and many retailers will stock sunglasses. But when it comes to buying a new pair, you should always beware of cheap brands!

Although sunglasses are primarily worn to help you see better and shade your eyes from the sun, they actually play a vital role in protecting your eyes from UV radiation. Prolonged exposure to UV radiation can cause significant eye problems, such as cataracts, macula degeneration, pterygia, and pingueculae.

Protecting your eyes from UV Radiation

When you’re out enjoying the sunshine, you’re always being exposed to solar radiation. This is particularly harmful to the eyes, so wearing a good pair of sunglasses will help block 100% of the suns UV radiation. Interestingly, your eyes still need protection when it’s cloudy, because the sun’s damaging UV rays can penetrate cloud cover. And many of our contact lens wearers say they need sunglasses a lot of the time.

But not all sunglasses block 100% of UV rays. Particularly cheap pairs of sunglasses as they don’t give protection from harmful radiation from the sun. That’s why you should always check that the sunglasses you are buying have a UV rating of at least 400; which then blocks up to 100% of the sun’s radiation.

At Focus Medical Eye Centre, all of our prescription sunglasses will protect your eyes from 100% of the UV rays on sunny days. We are stockists of Maui Jim sunglasses, which have the Seal of Recommendation from The Skin Cancer Foundation; a well-known symbol of safe and effective sun protection. We also sell Ray-Bans and Cocoa Mint sunglasses which are also of the highest quality.

Looking for New Sunglasses this Summer?

If you’re looking for new sunglasses this summer, come and visit us at Focus Medical Eye Centre. If you’re not sure what pair of sunglasses you’re looking for, then we can help. It’s not just designer brands like Maui Jim and Ray-Ban we stock – there are so many more to choose from! And most of the branded and designer sunglasses can also have prescription lenses retro-fitted. So if you are a spectacle wearer, then we still have you covered!

If you’re in Hailsham, Horam, Heathfield, Polegate, or Herstmonceux, plus anywhere in the surrounding areas, then please get in touch. We would love to see you and help you choose your new pair of sunglasses. Please give us a call to check if you need to book an appointment to come and see us. We’re also available by phone or email if you have any questions about any of the sunglasses lines we stock.

New Precision1 Daily Contact Lenses by Alcon

Posted on March 3, 2021 by Sokada

At Focus Medical Eye Centre we are very excited about these new Precision1 Daily Contact Lenses by Alcon!

Obviously over the years, there have been many contact lens launches. But these are actually slightly different. This brand new contact lens from Alcon has been designed for ambitious, goal orientated, all day active patients who want precise vision. With great handling of a contact lens and comfort that really does last all day. It is a contact lens designed with smart technology, to start in and stay in!

They are also available as both a spherical and a toric lens which is great and will appeal to a wider range of our customers.

New Patient Support Programme

Alcon are also introducing a unique patient support programme, powered by Augmented Reality. Designed to help people who:

Have not worn contact lenses before
Are trying Precision1 for the first time
Already have contact lenses but they are not meeting your needs

Get in touch

If you would like to try the New Precision1 Daily Contact Lenses by Alcon, then please get in touch! Please call us on 01323 442062 or download our Mysight booking app.

Eco Conscious Frames

Posted on September 28, 2020June 23, 2022 by Sokada

We are very excited to introduce the new Eco Conscious frames from Eyespace. With biodegradable demo lenses and no plastic packaging, they are the ultimate, environmentally-friendly frame of choice.

This fashionable, bold and naturally colourful collection of bio-based acetate frames are not to be missed. They are especially ideal spectacles for this time of year as well! The colours are mostly all soft muted shades of autumn which are just lovely; except for a few that are vibrant and quite stunning!

One aspect of Eco Conscious is that they are partnered with the “one tree planted” charity, helping to fight deforestation and protect our planet against climate change. This is an amazing charity that is doing some incredible work.

Gallery

Here are some of the images we have taken of the frames we have in stock. They are all such pretty colours – please click on them to enlarge each image:

Interested in Eco Conscious Frames?

If you would like to try any of the Eco Conscious frames from Eyespace then please give us a call on 01323 442 062 or even pop onto our Booking App to get a date organised. We can’t wait to show you all the frames we have in our eye centre. Stunning styles, very versatile and extremely comfortable.