During an eye Examination
Your eyes will be examined by our Registered and University qualified optometrist. Many people find an examination an interesting experience and can be an important reassurance of their eye and general health. The results are dependable as everything is checked and re-checked to leave little room for doubt.
An eye examination will usually include the following parts:
1. Symptoms
Several questions will be asked about the reasons for your visit. This may be that you have simply received a reminder, then it is simply the time to check your eyes again. Describing your discomfort or problems with your sight/eyes as accurately as possible will enable the Optometrist in pinpointing the source of the problem.
2. History
You will be asked about your general health and about any medicines you are taking either from your doctor or through other sources. Details of headaches, if any, and any close relatives who have a history of eye problems. Other information such as your occupation and details of your hobbies (e.g. those requiring close work )will help us assess your visual needs and ensure that the best spectacles are prescribed for your needs.
3. Vision
You will then tested with different lenses to see which ones help the quality and clarity of your vision. You should not feel you are giving the wrong answer, or if you are unable to decide. This is a common problem and the experience of our Optometrist will help you decide. All the answers will be checked and re-checked.
4. Eye movements & Co-ordination
Eye movements and co-ordination are checked to make sure that both eyes are working together.
5. Other tests
Other test may also be carried out (e.g. colour vision, etc.).
6. Other screening
Your eye health will be assessed by screenings for glaucoma, cataract, etc.

After the eye examination
We will now have a thorough knowledge of the health of your eyes, the status of your vision and any special requirements that you may have. This information will be explained to you.
Spectacles will not be prescribed unless they are necessary.
In the event that you require prescription spectacles, advice will be given on the suitability of the frame to carry the type of lens you need. We will see to it that careful fitting and dispensing will ensure that your new spectacles will be both visually and physically comfortable.