YOU CARE ABOUT YOUR EYES. THAT’S WHY WE CARE WHO LOOKS AFTER THEM FOR YOU!
Your eyes are amazing. They are working every day, from the minute you wake up until you fall asleep, so it’s really important to take good care of them. You can rely on SPECS network opticians to provide top quality eye care for you and your family, as well as great fashion choices. And with lots of locations nationwide there’s sure to be one near to you.
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Ten Top Tips For Eye Health!
Everybody should have their eyes checked at least once every two years, and more frequently if you have risk factors such as diabetes or a family history of glaucoma. These checks not only keep your vision sharp, with the perfect corrective lenses if needed, but they can also help spot early signs of a wide range of health issues. And early action can make all the difference.
So why not book your eye test today? Use our Locator to find your nearest SPECS network opticians.
Watch our guide to the eye examination
Why People Love Their Independent SPECS network Opticians
Despite the heavy advertising pressure from the big chains, people really appreciate the benefits of choosing their local independent optician. They love the choice, quality, and relationship.
Take a look at this video in which our reporter went out onto the streets to ask people why they chose and stick with their independent SPECS network optician.
What our customers say
According to a survey by Which? independent opticians are the best places to have your eyes tested and to buy glasses.
The almost 9 out of 10 overall rating for independent opticians shows that people recognise the importance of getting the right glasses, advice, and aftercare. Savvy customers understand that getting the best care and value involves more than just grabbing a superficially attractive 2-for-1 deal.
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SPECS network Practice of The Day
Monday 23rd May
Perspective Opticians, Solihull
Perspective is Solihull’s award winning independent opticians, offering you quality eyecare and fantastic eyewear. Our friendly team and excellent clinical standards makes your experience at Perspective so different and personal.Take a virtual 360 degree tour around Perspective Opticians here: https://goo.gl/maps/8uNpEfhX7g32
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GUESS WHO! Can you tell us who this celebrity with glasses is? 👓
Clue: You might have seen him in the cinema recently! 👀
Eye care is so important! Looking after your eyes doesn't have to be hard work and we have a range of useful tips and information to keep your eyes in tip top condition!
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What are cataracts? The word is Greek for 'waterfall', which is how the eyes look with cataracts. This page on the Joy Optical Independent Opticians website explains the condition in detail.
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Cataracts are extremely common. In fact, the majority of those over 65 have some cataract development. If you have been told you have cataracts, DO NOT be alarmed. The word “cataract” comes from t...
Amblyopia – also known as “lazy eye”, is a condition that occurs usually in childhood when the vision in one eye does not develop properly. Amblyopia occurs when poor vision in one eye causes the brain to ignore the visual signals from that eye and instead use the other eye to see.
We have more details explainign the condition on our website here: www.specsnetwork.co.uk/eye-care/common-eye-problems/amblyopia/
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Many of us should be getting lovely sunny weather today. So to avoid those 'crows feet' wrinkles by the eyes, avoid squinting by taking your sunglasses with you wherever you go!
As a minimum legal requirement, motorists must be able to read in good light (and with glasses or contact lenses, if necessary) a car number plate from 20 metres away (about five car lengths). Next time you are driving- check you can!
Colour blindness (colour vision deficiency, or CVD) affects approximately 1 in 12 men and 1 in 200 women in the world. In Britain this means that there are approximately 3 million colour blind people (about 4.5% of the entire population), most of whom are male.
Is it time for an eye test? You should get your vision checked by an optician at least every two years. If your last eye exam was before Covid, then time is up!
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THREE Britons in 10, over the age of 65, are likely to develop a visually impairing cataract. Caught early, the condition can be managed at home, but in the later stages, surgery might be needed.
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Did you know... You are likely to blink more often when you are talking!
Who says spectacle frames have to be dull- when you are wearing something you want it to be seen!
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Those of us that rely on our glasses know they are one of life's essentials. But if your last eye examination was before Covid then that is over two years ago and in that time your vision may have changed, and so your next appointment is now due.
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