Before your eye test
Our opticians are experts at looking after you and your eyes, so you can rest assured that you’ll receive the best possible care. To help the optician do a good job, you, as a customer, can do a little preparation ahead of your eye test with us.
Here are a few tips to help you prepare:
- Bring your existing contact lenses and glasses: If you already wear contact lenses or glasses, please bring them with you to your appointment. This will help the optician understand your previous prescriptions and preferences.
- Be aware of your screen distance: If you suspect you need glasses for computer work, try to get a sense of the distance to your screen.
- List your medicines: If you are taking any medicines that may affect your eyes, make sure you have the names of these medicines to hand.
- Hereditary eye condition: If you have a hereditary eye condition, make a note of which members of your family also have it and what the condition is, for example, glaucoma or high eye pressure.
What does an eye test involve?
To give you an overview of what to expect during your eye test, here are the usual steps:
Preliminary survey
Usually, you start by using a machine outside the examination room which carries out what is known as a preliminary examination of your eyes. This measures your approximate visual impairment, the thickness and curvature of your cornea, and the pressure inside your eyes. This is done by asking you to look at a digital image of a small house, after which a small puff of air is blown towards your eye.
In the examination room
In the examination room, the optician will ask you how your eyesight is and what you find comfortable or uncomfortable about your eyes. This may also include whether you have problems with headaches, tired, red or stinging eyes, or problems with double vision, etc.
Improvement in vision
You will be seated behind a machine called a phoropter, where you will be asked to assess which lenses give you the best visual acuity by looking at a digital eye chart. We will ensure we find the correct prescription and correct any refractive errors (astigmatism).
Eye health
If necessary, the optometrist will carry out further examinations, some of which may include screening for strabismus, fundus photography, visual field testing and microscopic examination of the anterior segment of the eye. Some data is also assessed using AI.
Following the survey
The optician will present you with options for lenses that suit you best. Together, you’ll discuss these and find the solution you’re most happy with. If you’d like to find out more about our most common lenses and prices, click here.
Help with choosing frames
We know that choosing frames can be tricky. That’s why we’ve made it a little easier for you as a customer and hand-picked our entire range, so that you can be sure we’ve brought together all the best frames from our leading suppliers. Please feel free to ask us for help in finding your favourite pair. Of course, you’re welcome to take them home to show your family or friends before you make your decision. If you’d like, you can have a look around our online shop or browse our brands right now, ahead of your eye test, to get an idea of what you’re looking for.
Brilliant customer
If you’d prefer to pay for your glasses on a monthly basis and would like the option to buy more pairs for the same monthly cost, we have an option that might suit you. You own your glasses and only pay for what you buy. No hidden fees, just a hassle-free way to get your glasses. Please feel free to ask us and we’ll tell you more.
A very warm welcome!
By following this advice ahead of your eye test and understanding how the test will be carried out, you can make the most of your eye test here at Hultins Optik to achieve the best possible results. Our aim is to ensure you receive the best care and the best products for your eyes. We look forward to helping you!