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Our primary goal in providing contact lens care is to ensure the health of
your eyes. We aim to provide a lifetime of comfortable, clear vision with
contact lenses. We are happy to discuss the relative merits of all types of
contact lenses with our patients, and offer a free evaluation and one hour trial
for anyone considering contact lenses. Following this, lenses can be evaluated
for a week for a small fee before a decision is made.
We have extensive experience in fitting disposable, toric, gas permeable,
bifocal, keratoconic and post surgical contact lenses. Denise Collier's hospital
experience is invaluable when applied to the more difficult cases.
Our Lensplan scheme provides a package of ongoing aftercare and frequent
replacement lenses, paid for by monthly Direct Debit. The fee for our most
popular 2 weekly replacement lens is £23 a month. This includes all aftercare,
lenses and solutions, an annual eye examination and discounts off
spectacles and accessories
Unlike the optical chains, we are not restricted to "own brands" but
can provide lenses from all leading manufacturers, enabling us to provide the
ideal lens for each patient. These include
Acuvue,
Bausch & Lomb,
CibaVision and
CooperVision
due to our longstanding
relationships with these companies, we often have new products six months before
they go on general release.
There have been many new developments in contact lenses
over the last couple of years. The biggest breakthrough is the use of Silicon
Hydrogel material for soft lenses, offering improved comfort and breathability
for the eyes. Multifocal contact lenses for the over 45's have also improved,
driven by a demand from patients who have worn lenses for many years, and wish
to continue into their 50,s. 60's and even 70's. (Kathryn Stott wears B&L
PureVision multifocal lenses herself and is a big fan).
The optometrist will usually discuss suitable contact
lenses options at your routine eye examination, and all our receptionists have a
good knowledge of products, but please do ask if you require any information or
advise.
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