Some frequently asked questions from our customers

Why do I need a regular Eye Exam every year or two?

Eyes generally do not let you know when something is not right. The changes can be so gradual that you would not even notice. Eye Exams are also not only to see whether you need glasses or a change of prescription.

They are very useful tools for diagnosing other health problems such as glaucoma and diabetes at an early stage.

I am diabetic but my eyesight hasn’t changed, why do I need to have a yearly Eye Exam?

Diabetes can affect the tiny blood vessels in your eye and the optometrist can look for these early signs before they damage your vision.

How old does my child need to be for an Eye Exam?

If you are worried about the vision of your child you can schedule an appointment at any age. We have patients under the age of one.

The usual time to start regular eyes tests would be around age 5 when children learn to read. It is very important to make sure your child has his eyes tested as poor eyesight can affect his studies at school. Children are entitled to have a yearly FREE NHS eye test.

I have tried wearing contact lenses a few years ago but did not get on with them, any chance I could wear them now?

Contact lens improvements have been happening at great speed over the past few years and this means that many people who previously could not tolerate them are now happy contact lens wearers. The best way to find out which lens is best for you is to have a tolerance test.

If you are worried about the vision of your child you can schedule an appointment at any age. We have patients under the age of one. The usual time to start regular eyes tests would be around age 5 when children learn to read. It is very important to make sure your child has his eyes tested as poor eyesight can affect his studies at school. Children are entitled to have a yearly FREE NHS eye test.

Can I purchase contact lenses with an expired prescription?

Law requires contact lens wearers to have a valid contact lens certificate to purchase contact lenses, both in store and online. We recommend a contact lens aftercare appointment every 6 month as well as a contact lens examination once a year.

Contact lens prescriptions are only valid for a year so be sure to allow enough time to make an appointment before you run out of contact lenses.

Why can I not use my spectacle prescription to buy contact lenses?

Your spectacle prescription is different from your contact lens prescription and therefore cannot be used to purchase contact lenses

My contact lenses are irritating my eye, what should I do?

When in doubt, take them out! Discomfort can be caused by many factors such as deposits on the contact lens, dry eyes or changes in your eyes. It is therefore best to make an appointment to check that everything is fine.

Why do I need an up to date pair of glasses even if I wear contact lenses all day?

On occasion your eyes may feel irritated or be infected and you will need a pair of glasses to wear. Not having a pair of spectacles will tempt you to wear your contact lenses even when you shouldn’t and hence risk the health of your eyes.

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Our Details

Business Name: Gavzey Opticians
Business Address: 54 The Market Place Hampstead Garden Suburb London
Business Email: reception@gavzeyopticians.com
Phone: 020 8731 9999