<div class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW202175816 BCX0"> <h2>Are You Worried About Your Vision this Christmas?</h2> <p style="mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">Between end-of-year deadlines, festive events and last-minute shopping, busy professionals often find themselves stretched thin. Amid this hectic schedule, one vital area is frequently overlooked. Your vision.</span></p> <p style="mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">Whether you’re experiencing digital eye strain, struggling with glasses at winter events or simply want to enter the new year with clearer sight, there are smart and effective vision solutions available. This festive season is the perfect time to </span><a href="https://www.oclvision.com/">prioritise your eye health</a><span style="mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;"> and find clarity for the year ahead.</span></p> <h3>Why Vision Often Gets Overlooked at Christmas</h3> <p style="mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">With calendars filled to the brim, it’s common for professionals to put off dealing with mild eye discomfort, blurry vision or the hassle of wearing glasses. Many assume they can wait until January to address these concerns, but the festive season itself can place additional pressure on your eyes.</span></p> <p style="mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">Office parties, family gatherings and long days spent staring at screens while wrapping up projects all take a toll. Add winter’s low light levels and dry air from heating systems, and it’s easy to see how eyes can suffer over Christmas.</span></p> <p style="mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">Making time for your eye health now can help you enter the Christmas season feeling comfortable, confident and fully present, without the distractions that poor vision can bring.</span></p> <h2>Vision Solutions Tailored for Professional Lifestyles</h2> <p style="mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">Modern vision solutions are more accessible and convenient than ever before. For professionals with little time to spare, the good news is that many treatments can fit seamlessly into your schedule.</span></p> <h4>1. Laser Eye Surgery for Long-Term Vision Goals</h4> <p style="mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">If you’re fed up with glasses fogging up in the cold or dealing with contact lenses during long workdays, laser eye surgery could offer the freedom you’ve been looking for.</span></p> <p style="mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">Procedures such as </span><a href="https://www.oclvision.com/procedures/laser-vision-correction/lasik/">LASIK</a> or <a href="https://www.oclvision.com/procedures/laser-vision-correction/lasek-transprk/">LASEK</a><span style="mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;"> take just minutes to perform, with most patients back to work within a few days. Booking a consultation over the Christmas break gives you time to recover while offices are quieter and meetings are on pause.</span></p> <p style="mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">Laser eye surgery is one of the most popular vision solutions among professionals for good reason, it provides long-lasting results with minimal downtime.</span></p> <h4>2. Implantable Contact Lenses for Those Who Aren’t Suitable for Laser</h4> <p style="mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">If you’ve been told that </span><a href="https://www.oclvision.com/knowledge-base/the-ultimate-guide-to-icl-surgery-everything-you-need-to-know/"><span style="mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">laser eye surgery isn’t right for you</span></a><span style="mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">, implantable contact lenses (ICL) are a popular alternative. They can correct a wide range of prescriptions and are ideal for patients with thinner corneas or dry eyes.</span></p> <p style="mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">The ICL procedure is quick and comfortable, with results noticeable almost immediately. For professionals juggling demanding schedules, this option can provide sharper vision without the need for daily lenses or spectacles.</span></p> <h4>3. Dry Eye Treatments to Combat Winter Discomfort</h4> <p style="mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">Winter often worsens dry eye symptoms, especially in heated offices or on long commutes. If your eyes feel gritty, sore or tired after screen use, a tailored </span><a href="https://www.oclvision.com/eye-examinations/dry-eye-screening/"><span style="mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">dry eye treatment plan</span></a> could offer relief.</p> <p style="mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">Advanced diagnostic testing and bespoke treatments can target the root causes of dry eye, helping you stay comfortable through festive events and long working hours. Managing dry eye effectively over the Christmas period allows you to enjoy the holidays without constant irritation.</span></p> <h4>4. Eye Health Check for Peace of Mind</h4> <p style="mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">Even if you’re not currently experiencing symptoms, a </span><a href="https://www.oclvision.com/eye-examinations/eye-health-examination/"><span style="mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">routine eye examination</span></a><span style="mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;"> is a smart investment. Regular checks can detect early signs of conditions such as glaucoma, cataracts or macular degeneration. Many of which are easier to treat when caught early.</span></p> <p style="mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">For professionals with limited time, Christmas offers a rare window where you might have a little more flexibility to book appointments. Knowing your eye health is on track provides peace of mind as you move into a new year.</span></p> <h2>Planning Your Vision Care Over Christmas</h2> <p style="mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">If you’re thinking about any of these vision solutions, December can be a surprisingly good time to act. OCL Vision offers consultations between Christmas and New Year, with shorter waiting times and more availability.</span></p> <p style="mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">Here’s how to make it work for your schedule:</span></p> <ul> <li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;"><strong>Plan:</strong><span style="mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;"> Book consultations before December to ensure your vision is secured before Christmas.</span></li> <li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;"><strong>Use holiday downtime:</strong><span style="mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;"> Use your annual leave for recovery from procedures such as laser eye surgery</span></li> <li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;"><span style="mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">Take advantage of finance plans:</span> OCL Vision offers <a href="https://www.oclvision.com/prices-finance/payment-plans/">payment options</a><span style="mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;"> to spread the cost across the year</span></li> <li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;"><span style="mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">Consider a new year refresh:</span><span style="mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;"> Start January with your clearest, most confident self</span></li> </ul> <h2>Gifting Clear Vision This Festive Season</h2> <p style="mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">Vision correction isn’t just a gift to yourself, it’s something that can benefit a partner, parent or even a friend. Many professionals choose to gift consultations or contribute towards eye surgery costs as a thoughtful and practical Christmas present.</span></p> <p style="mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">It’s a meaningful way to show support for someone you care about, especially if they’ve struggled with glasses or contact lenses for years.</span></p> <h3>A Clearer, More Comfortable New Year</h3> <p style="mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">Investing in your vision isn’t indulgent, it’s essential. Clear sight supports every area of your professional life, from reading presentations to driving at night or recognising faces at networking events.</span></p> <p style="mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">Choosing the right vision solutions now ensures you enter January energised, focused and free from the distractions of poor eyesight. It’s one of the smartest end-of-year investments you can make, for both your work life and your wellbeing.</span></p> <h2>Book a Consultation with OCL Vision Before Christmas</h2> <p style="mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">Don’t let tired, strained eyes dim your festive spirit or slow you down at work. Whether it’s laser vision correction, dry eye treatment or simply a comprehensive check-up, the right vision solutions can help you make the most of Christmas and beyond.</span></p> <p style="mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto;" class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://www.oclvision.com/book-a-consultation/">Book a consultation today</a><span style="mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;"> with OCL Vision and discover how we help busy professionals see more clearly, feel more confident and move into the new year with clarity.</span></p> </div> <p> </p>