Our Optometrist will provide a thorough sight test using a wide range of diagnostic equipment.
Establishing any problems or difficulties you may be experiencing, the Optometrist will carry out various examinations and tests. These will include checking the current standard of vision against the updated prescription to determine if new spectacles are required. The eye pressures (intra-ocular pressures) will be checked, followed by a thorough examination of the interior and exterior of the eyes and eyelids, usually using a slit lamp. Visual field testing may also be carried out where clinically indicated.
As part of a comprehensive eye health assessment, detailed images of the eyes may be taken using our advanced scanning technology. This includes fundus photography and Optomap ultra-widefield retinal imaging, which allows us to capture high-resolution images of the back of the eye, including areas of the peripheral retina that are not visible using traditional examination methods. In addition, Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) scanning may be performed, providing highly detailed cross-sectional images of the retinal layers and optic nerve to assist in the early detection and ongoing monitoring of conditions such as glaucoma and macular disease.
Please note that Optomap and OCT scans are not included as standard as part of an NHS sight test and are offered as a private add-on service to enhance the clinical detail of your eye examination. These scans allow our optometrists to keep an accurate and detailed record of your eye health and to monitor even subtle changes from one sight test to the next.
At the end of the examination, the Optometrist will discuss all findings and answer any questions you may have. A copy of your prescription will be provided and, as part of our professional remit, we will contact your GP or other healthcare professionals with further information, letters or referrals should this be required.
Further information about the scans we offer, including pricing and eligibility, can be found on the Advanced Scanning page of our website under Services → Advanced Scanning.