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We’re here to help and guide you through what you need. With many options, your vision is our priority. - Frank Whiffen FADO SMC (disp) BOA (disp) https://www.whiffensopticians.co.uk/contact daily 0.75 2022-07-16 https://www.whiffensopticians.co.uk/book daily 0.75 2022-03-23 https://www.whiffensopticians.co.uk/work-play daily 0.75 2022-03-23 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e6000dd68c4df6a9cbf80da/afab4d4d-e1b1-407e-8ecb-84d43a945188/pexels-matilda-wormwood-4099409.jpg Adult range - Home life. Whether you’re enjoying a quiet night in or relaxing in your garden with a book you need the right glasses or contact lenses to see and feel at your best. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e6000dd68c4df6a9cbf80da/326e9705-87cb-4e75-99f6-9e57c2a159c2/pexels-karolina-grabowska-4491495.jpg Adult range - Work life. From screen to protective we have you covered. Focus with clarity and precession to get the job done as well as driving with safety along the way. Occupational spectacles are available for various tasks to enhance your occular comfort during your working day. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e6000dd68c4df6a9cbf80da/fabc3c89-0f03-4f4a-936b-47322c077c21/pexels-tino-v-5078222.jpg Adult range - Out & about. Take in the view and enjoy your surroundings. If you’re indoors or out we can help and there never been a more important time as you switch between your usual visual to looking at your mobile. Sports spectacles, Ultra Vilot blocking lenses, and impact resistant can all offer benefits. https://www.whiffensopticians.co.uk/kids daily 0.75 2022-04-06 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e6000dd68c4df6a9cbf80da/aa227263-dd30-4b5f-8de8-d061b6961dea/pexels-adrian-dorobantu-2127742.jpg Kids - How often should my child be tested? Typically every year, possibly more frequently particularly when growing quickly. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e6000dd68c4df6a9cbf80da/a4a82a59-314d-45b1-94e5-71d284e140b6/pexels-andrea-piacquadio-3761512.jpg Kids - How much does it cost? If you’re under 19 and in full time education sight tests are free. Spectacles will range from completely free covered by an NHS voucher, to designer ranges where costs will vary. https://www.whiffensopticians.co.uk/exemptions daily 0.75 2022-03-23 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e6000dd68c4df6a9cbf80da/1ee75599-a967-40eb-aabc-f29aed9cd2f7/Eye+yest+kids.jpg Exemptions - Youngsters It’s an exciting time for growing minds. We test, help you choose, and fit your child’s glasses so that they can get the most out of adventures. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e6000dd68c4df6a9cbf80da/271ae84d-b671-4f00-8251-0a56afd58e57/Eye+test+adult.jpg Exemptions - Pensioners So much more to see. So much more to do. 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Get a second set from our free range with every complete spectacle purchase (upgrade cost for multifocal lenses). https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e6000dd68c4df6a9cbf80da/7dbbd8e6-2806-4cf1-8f55-c9bb0da989fd/pexels-karolina-grabowska-5201927.jpg Offers - Re-fit and repair. If you purchase your glasses from us and they come loose then we’ll make them right again. We’ll fit them to your face shape or replace a screw if needed. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e6000dd68c4df6a9cbf80da/5594570e-5cbe-4797-b289-8006dcb953c4/pexels-cottonbro-5701366.jpg Offers - NHS dispensation. Free eye-test for those with exemptions: kids, seniors and benefits. https://www.whiffensopticians.co.uk/faq daily 0.75 2022-03-23 https://www.whiffensopticians.co.uk/tests-lenses daily 0.75 2022-03-23 https://www.whiffensopticians.co.uk/pensioners daily 0.75 2022-04-06 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e6000dd68c4df6a9cbf80da/e85f8b34-a722-44a6-a149-bfb595d587b8/pexels-rfstudio-3867100.jpg Pensioners - Why get tested? An eye examination can reveal many medical conditions which require prompt treatment, more elderly eyes maybe subject to more frequent change. It is important to maintain visual clarity for every day tasks i.e. driving etc. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e6000dd68c4df6a9cbf80da/5ba0cc28-90a7-472d-a0e3-c9125c5d7eca/pexels-andrea-piacquadio-3768146.jpg Pensioners - How often should I get tested? Typically between one and two years. More frequently if experiencing problems. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e6000dd68c4df6a9cbf80da/6427cf17-d61c-44a5-9fe3-70d1cc767f48/pexels-andrea-piacquadio-3831645.jpg Pensioners - Do I still need to pay? The NHS will cover your sight test and in some cases (pensions credit etc) will give a voucher for full or part cost of your spectacles. https://www.whiffensopticians.co.uk/oct daily 0.75 2022-03-23 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e6000dd68c4df6a9cbf80da/dd9bb132-f7a2-4dd5-892f-d039c3b42c8d/maestro2-side.jpg OCT - What is it? OCT is an advanced eye scan for people of all ages. Similar to an ultrasound, OCT uses light rather than sound waves to illustrate the different layers that make up the back of your eye. This is shown in an image so that we can assess your eye health. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e6000dd68c4df6a9cbf80da/86073f4e-5e92-4255-bd0e-df38d35c8bd4/AF-images-color-photographs-red-free-photographs-and-OCT-examinations-from-subjects_Q640.jpg OCT - Why you should get scanned Getting scanned can help detect: Age-related macular degeneration Macular holes Diabetes Glaucoma Detachments