Optometrists who care
Since 1931, Kimber Optical has been proudly serving the local community with a team of experienced and professional optometrists. With knowledge and expertise passed down through four generations, we are committed to helping you find the best solution for your eye care needs.
Comprehensive Eye Care
At Kimber Optical, we specialize in providing comprehensive eye care services, offering tailored solutions for individuals seeking optimal vision and eye health. Our services include orthokeratology, children's eye examinations, and vision therapy.
Advanced Vision Technology
Kimber Optical excels in leveraging cutting-edge vision technology to enhance eye examinations and provide advanced vision correction options, including orthokeratology and myopia control for children and young adults.
Eyewear Collection
Explore the latest eyewear trends and find the perfect style that complements your vision needs and personal fashion at Kimber Optical. Our collection includes a wide range of frames for all ages, including specialized options for children.
Expert Care and Guidance
At Kimber Optical, you will receive expert guidance from our experienced optometrists who are dedicated to helping you achieve your best vision and eye care goals. We specialize in orthokeratology for myopia control and offer personalized solutions for all your eye care needs.
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Consultations since 1931
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Patients in our practice
We Proudly Serve Our Community
Kimber Optical is committed to our patients from the community. With over 3,000 patients seen every single year, we proudly serve them to achieve the best possible outcomes for their eye-care needs.
Personalised Vision Solutions
Benefit from personalised eye care solutions and tailored vision enhancement programs designed to meet your unique needs at Kimber Optical. Our focus on orthokeratology and children's eyes ensures that you receive the most effective and personalized vision care.
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People have better vision yearly because of us!
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PATIENT TESTIMONIALS
“Dr Howie Yin did a fantastic job removing a metal out of my eye. He helped me feel calm and made my eyes feel better in no time.”
Sophia Roberts, Patient
“Kimber Optical goes above and beyond for me and my family. I am so fortunate to be under their care.”
David Wilson, Parent
“The optometrist was very thorough, knowledgeable and attentive to all my needs. Highly recommend their service!”
Olivia Adams, Patient
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How often should I have an eye test in Australia?The recommended frequency for eye tests varies by age and risk factors which are determined by your optometrists. Children: At Kimber Optical we recommend that all children should have an examination every 12 months starting from the age of 3-5. Regular checks are crucial to identify and treat any vision problems that may impact learning and development. Adults aged under 65: Typically at Kimber Optical we recommend every 18 months to have a short consultation to address any symptoms or signs that you have noticed day to day. Adults aged over 65: Generally every 12 months or shorter is recommended as the risk of age-related eye conditions such as cataracts, glaucoma, and age macular degeneration increases significantly. At Kimber Optical we will help determine and prebook your return visits to monitor each individual appropriately.
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My vision seems fine do I still need an eye test?At Kimber optical, consultations go beyond just looking for vision changes and vision problems. Our optometrists will also be examining the health of your eyes and in some cases will be able to pick up any early signs of serious conditions which you may not have noticed just yet. Unfortunately some of these conditions develop silently and by the time you notice a visual change it has already caused some damage to your eyes.
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What happens during a comprehensive eye test?At Kimber optical, a comprehensive eye test to us looks like this: Discussing your general health, family eye history, any vision concerns, any ocular symptoms that you may have experienced and lifestyle questions Checking your visual acuity in the distance and for up close Refraction to determine the spectacle or contact lens prescription Eye health examination using minimally invasive techniques to assess the important aspects of your eyes. This includes using a table mounted microscope and potentially digital imaging machines and cameras. Additional tests may be performed depending on your individual needs. This may include corneal topography, OCT or visual fields. Our optometrist will tailor each consultation to your specific needs. No two eyes look the same!
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Are eye tests covered by medicare?Yes! For eligible Australians, most routine eye tests will be bulk billed to Medicare - this means that there will not be an out of pocket fee for the examination itself. Additional specialised tests including advanced services such as hard contact lens fitting or certain imaging scans may incur a private fee. At Kimber Optical we will explain all the costs up front if there is one so you are not surprised at the end of the consultation!
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How do I know if I need glasses or contact lenses?If you experience any symptoms including blurry vision, headaches, eye strains or difficulty with specific visual tasks such as driving, reading, working on the computer or reading - an eye test would be the first step to determine whether you need glasses or contact lenses. At Kimber Optical we will be able to guide you and discuss with your lifestyle in mind the best option to help you see better!
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Can I wear contact lenses even if I have astigmatism or need multifocals?Absolutely! Contact lens technology has advanced quite significantly - at Kimber Optical we are well experienced at prescribing contact lenses for individuals with astigmatism (toric contact lenses) and even multifocal contact lenses for those who may be interested!
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How long does it take to get used to new glasses or contact lenses?Most people can adapt to single vision glasses within a few hours whereas multifocal spectacle glasses can take a little longer for the brain to learn the different viewing zones. Soft contact lenses usually feel comfortable almost immediately whereas hard lenses such as ortho-keratology and rigid gas permeable lenses could take a few weeks to fully get used to. Our optometrist will be able to guide you appropriately and set the right expectations depending on your needs and wishes.
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Why can’t I see up close anymore as I get older?This is a normal-age related change called presbyopia. As we age, the natural lens we have in our eye becomes less flexible and loses its ability to focus on near objects. This makes all near tasks such as reading books, using the computer, phones, and other tasks difficult. Fortunately it can be corrected and at Kimber Optical we will present to you all the options including spectacle or contact lens correction to solve your specific problem.