What health checks does the optician undertake?
The optician will look at the general health of the eye, this includes the eyelids as well as the eyeball. They also look for eye diseases such as glaucoma and diabetes, and asses the status of the retina for the effects of aging, such as macular degeneration or cataracts. • The glasses are broken – What should I do? The broken spectacles should be securely packaged using bubble wrap placed into a padded envelope. Remember to include details of who the spectacles belong to, the name and address of the location where they reside, reason for return and send in / to Patient Care Department (the address: 48-50 Wayside Mews, Gants Hill, Ilford, Essex, IG2 6JU). All spectacles repaired are delivered and fitted. • Can I add new patients just before the visit? Yes but only 3.
