Headaches
Headaches refer to a painful sensation in any part of the head, ranging from sharp to dull, that may occur with other symptoms including vision changes, nausea, vomiting, stiff neck, rash, confusion, slurred speech, fever, paralysis in any part of the body. Headaches may vary in their cause, duration, and intensity and can vary according […]
Driver Vision And Colour Vision Assessment
Driver vision assessment: Holders of a driver’s licence in Western Australia require that the driver meets the minimum driving vision standards approved by WA roads and the Department of Transport. A driver will require an eye test to be performed by either a doctor, optometrist or ophthalmologist to assess eligibility to hold a valid driver’s […]
Hypertension
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension refers to blood pressure that is higher than normal. Blood pressure changes throughout the day based on physical activity, stress, anxiety, and other factors. Having blood pressure measures that are consistently above normal may result in a diagnosis of hypertension. Most people with high blood pressure may not show any signs or symptoms. A few people with […]
Glaucoma
A glaucoma is a group of eye conditions where there is damage to the optic nerve and peripheral (side) vision is affected. Glaucoma is one of the leading causes of blindness for people over the age of 60 but can also affect younger adults. This condition is progressive and irreversible. Many forms of glaucoma have no warning […]
Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)
Age-related macular degeneration (ARMD) is a chronic eye disease that can affect your central vision and occurs when ageing causes damage to the macula – the part of the eye that controls sharp, straight-ahead vision. The macula is part of the retina (the light-sensitive tissue at the back of the eye). ARMD is a leading cause of vision loss for older adults. It does not cause complete blindness but […]
Red Eyes
Red eyes occur when the small blood vessels on the surface of the eye become enlarged usually due to some eye irritant and may result from several factors besides any underlying diseases. Red eyes may result from rubbing eyes, sleep deprivation, prolonged screen time, chemical and environmental pollutant exposure, allergies, eye fatigue, over-wearing contact lenses, or common eye infections […]
Our Technology
Lake Side Optometrists has been developed with careful thought into the technology we employ to take the best care of your eyes. We are committed to using state-of-the-art technology during your eye consultation. All of our technology and results obtained are part of your bulk-billed test – making quality and accurate eye care affordable to […]
Why Choose Us?
Our team comprises qualified and experienced Optometrists and optical dispensers. All our Optometrists are endorsed to prescribe pharmacological agents to manage a variety of different eye diseases including infections, inflammation, and trauma. The Optometrists are trained to analyze and interpret the details of your results and are able to convey the results in simple language […]
Contact Lenses
Contact lenses are thin lenses placed directly to the cornea (surface) of the eye and are used for various reasons: At Lake Side Optometrists we have an array of contact lens options to suit your individual needs. Commonly used contact lenses include the soft, daily disposable lenses which are made of soft, flexible materials which […]
Sunglasses
As healthcare personnel we frequently discuss the harmful effects of the sun on our skin and the risk of skin wrinkling and also skin cancers. Similarly, our eyes also change with increased exposure to the sun. So we use sunglasses usually. With prolonged and direct exposure to the ultra-violet (UV) rays of the sun, the cells […]