I was a patient at Armstrong & North on Chelsea Road. Are my records still accessible?
Yes. When Armstrong & North closed, their patient eye-health records transferred to Bath Opticians for continued care. Phone reception on 01225 427353 and we will pull your file ahead of your appointment so the optometrist has your previous prescriptions, retinal photographs and clinical notes in front of them before you sit down.
Do I need an appointment for a sight test or can I walk in?
Eye examinations are by appointment so the optometrist can give you the full clinical time the test deserves. Frame fittings, adjustments and quick repairs are walk-in across the open hours. If your eye is uncomfortable or you have lost vision, phone first and we will fit you in the same day where the diary allows.
Will my NHS voucher cover the full cost of glasses?
NHS vouchers cover the full cost of glasses from our voucher selection: frames, single-vision lenses and a basic anti-reflection coating. If you would like a tier above the voucher selection, your voucher contributes the standard NHS amount and you pay the difference. Children’s NHS-voucher frames are always free.
What is an OCT scan and is it included in my eye test?
Optical coherence tomography is a non-contact 3D scan of all ten retinal layers, the standard for early detection of glaucoma, macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy. It is included in our premium examination tier. The NHS-funded standard test does not include OCT but you can add it for a fixed supplement, agreed before the test starts.
I am tired of glasses but I do not want laser surgery. Is Ortho-K right for me?
Ortho-K suits short-sightedness up to roughly minus 4.50 dioptres and steady corneal curvature. The first appointment is a screening that maps the cornea and confirms suitability. The lenses themselves are worn at night, so during the day there is nothing on the eye and nothing in your pocket. The effect is fully reversible if you change your mind.
