Your eye examination explained

A comprehensive eye examination at Leightons Opticians takes around half an hour by one of our friendly, fully qualified Optometrists. We will tailor the examination to your eye's specific needs, during which our Optometrists will assess all aspects of your ocular health and your eyesight requirements. We don't perform just quick eye tests. Every eye examination is unique, although many parts are common for all:

• A relaxed, confidential, in depth discussion with the Optometrist about your current eyesight requirements, and other health and lifestyle issues which may be relevant.

• An assessment of any current glasses you may be using and their suitability.

• Assessment of your eyesight - how well you can see with and without glasses? Optometrists use the 'Letter chart' (which is familiar to most people), which has letters of different sizes, and is used to give a score of how well you can see.

• The Optometrist use lenses of different strengths to determine if your eyesight can be improved with glasses or contact lenses.

• We will ensure you can see clearly at all distances; far distance, intermediate (VDU), and reading. Including any specific occupational or leisure requirements.

• Assessment of your ocular health - We will check the internal and external parts of your eyes with a bright light to make sure they are healthy and operating normally. Many health issues such as Cataracts, Diabetes, or Hypertension can affect the eyes without you realising. The Optometrist will be able to recognise any changes occurring, which can also be aided by using our Retinal photography system.

• Assessment of how well your eyes work together - This may be done in different ways, often using the 'OXO' test or using special lens filters and 3D tests.

Book your eye test today and sit back, relax and let us look after your eyes.