Eye tests in Mablethorpe
Mable Opticians provides NHS sight tests at 1-2 Regents Mews, Victoria Road, Mablethorpe, checking how clearly you see and how healthy your eyes are.
What happens in an eye test?
An eye test, also called a sight test, measures how clearly you see at distance and up close and checks whether glasses or contact lenses would help. The optometrist also looks at the health of your eyes, which can show early signs of conditions such as glaucoma, cataracts and diabetic eye disease, often before you notice any change.
The NHS recommends an eye test every two years for most people, or more often if your optometrist advises it. Many people can have a free NHS sight test, including children under 16, people aged 60 and over, and people with diabetes or glaucoma. Mable Opticians provides NHS sight tests, so call 01507 472842 to check whether you qualify and to book.
Who is it for?
- Anyone who has not had an eye test in the last two years
- Anyone noticing blurred vision, headaches or eye strain
- Children, so problems are picked up early
- People with diabetes, glaucoma or a family history of eye disease
What to expect
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A few questions first
We ask about your vision, your general health, any medicines you take and any family history of eye conditions.
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Checking your vision
The optometrist measures your vision and prescription to see whether glasses or contact lenses would help.
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Eye health check
The front and back of each eye are examined, including the optic nerve and retina.
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Your results
You are told what was found and given your prescription. If anything needs a specialist, the optometrist will refer you.
What happens after my eye test?
If you need glasses, you can choose frames at the practice and the team will order your lenses. Your optometrist will tell you when your next eye test is due. If anything needs further investigation, you will be referred to your GP or the hospital eye service.
Common questions
Under NHS rules in England, free sight tests are available to children under 16, people aged 16 to 18 in full-time education, people aged 60 and over, people with diabetes or glaucoma, people aged 40 and over with a parent, sibling or child with glaucoma, people registered as partially sighted or blind, and people receiving certain benefits. Mable Opticians provides NHS sight tests.
Book eye tests
Request an appointment online, or call and speak to the team.
- Opening hours
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- Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday09:30-17:00
Book an appointment
Choose a service and a time that suits you, and the team will contact you to confirm.