Hillel Weintraub
Optometrist
75 Holloway Road London , N78JZAbout
Upgrade Conversion Course in UK 2000
Education and Training
College of Optomerty in South Africa
Board Certification
Board Certified in Ophthalmology
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A ball hit my eye and now it's swollen. What should I do?
Ice for 48 hours for 10 minutes at a time READ MORE
Can contact lenses protect my eyes from the light of my computer screen?
No, although some contact lenses have UV filters, they do not protect your eyes against the potential harmful blue-violet UV rays. It's recommended you get a pair of specs that have the antireflection coating that gives you that added benefit. READ MORE
Will vitamin A supplements improve my eyesight?
If it's getting worse quicker than usual, then maybe you need to go see an ophthalmologist. READ MORE
How often should I get an eye examination?
Once a year or once every 2 years is the norm. It's good to have a regular check-up to make sure they are healthy and that there are no underlying conditions. Similar like you'd go have check-ups at the dentist. READ MORE
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