Eye Examination
Our Standard Eye Test for NHS and Private Clients normally includes:
- History and Symptoms
- Vision
- Ocular movements
- Assessment of refractive status and visual acuity
- External and internal examination of the eyes
- Intra ocular pressure measurement (routinely carried out if over 40 yrs or with close family history of glaucoma)
- Basic Field Screening
- Advice and issuing of spectacle prescription/statement (no spectacles required)
The Comprehensive Eye Examination
This is the examination we recommend to all our clients and includes all that the Standard Eye Test covers with additional procedures performed using specialist equipment which can enhance the early detection of developing eye conditions. This includes The Optomap Retinal Examination, Visual Fields Testing using the Humphrey Visual Fields Analyser, plus any other test the optometrist feels is necessary.
The Optomap Retinal Examination.
The Panoramic 200 Scanning Laser Ophthalmoscope developed by OPTOS, based in Dunfermline, Scotland, allows us to provide you with revolutionary retinal eye examination.
The Optomap Retinal exam can image nearly the whole of the retina (the back of the eye) in one capture compared to the keyhole view seen by conventional eye examination techniques.
The Optomap retinal exam can assist in the diagnosis & monitoring of serious eye conditions (e.g. diabetic retinopathy, retinal tears, detachments and macular degeneration) that often first start in the periphery and progress without symptoms. Signs of general health problems such as heart disease, stroke and certain cancer can also be detected in the retina.
The Optomap retinal exam is quick; there is no pupil dilation, no eye drops or blurred vision. The Optomap retinal exam is an important way to maintain good eye health.
We recommend that all our clients have this important new exam as part of their regular eye health check.
Humphrey Visual Fields Analyser:
Recognised as the gold standard in visual field testing this measures how much side vision you have and compares the sensitivity of your eyes to light, over a range of points in your visual field, to that of an average person of the same age. Reduced sensitivity can indicate glaucoma or sometimes more serious conditions such as pituitary tumour can be detected.
Adults (16yrs and over) are recommended to have an eye test every 2 years, every year if over 70yrs, have diabetes or are over 40 with a close family history of glaucoma. If you are entitled to an NHS sight test you can upgrade to the Comprehensive Eye Examination. If in doubt our staff can advise if you are entitled to an NHS sight test.
Eye tests and children
We welcome children to our practice and try to make their visits as enjoyable as possible.
Children do not always realise they have a sight defect so annual eye tests are strongly recommended for all children under 16yrs (more often if advised by the optometrist) Children should have eye tests from the age of 3 at the latest especially if there is a family history of squint or lazy eye. Most children will not need glasses but regular checks enable us to make sure their vision is developing normally.
We use objects, pictures, letters and matching techniques to assess your child’s vision based on their age and expected level of visual development. We check to see if your child’s eyes are working together and whether they can see in 3D.
We assess whether they need spectacles using a retinoscope, (it may be necessary to use eye drops for this) and check their eyes are healthy internally & externally.
We recommend everyone should have an Optomap Retinal Exam so we offer an upgrade at 50% discount for under 16’s and students.
If your child needs glasses we have a great selection of fun & funky frames in our Young Eyes Range, specially designed for young faces, available FREE with an NHS voucher. You can choose outside of this range and have 25% discount if you are under 16 or a student.
Eyeplan
This is a monthly direct debit scheme we offer which enables clients to spread the cost of eye care.
Benefits include:
- Comprehensive eye examination every year (includes Optomap retinal exam)
- 25% discount off glasses
- Contact lenses at competitive prices
- 2 year accidental damage scheme for glasses purchased through EYEPLAN
- 10% off non prescription sunglasses & accessories
- Free emergency consultation - eyecare whenever you need it