About Underwood Eyecare
Underwood Eyecare is an independent opticians practice offering tailored eye care for all ages. From basic eye examinations to specialised assessments, every appointment is individually tailored to your specific needs. The practice provides comprehensive diagnosis and treatment for dry eye symptoms, myopia management using specially designed contact lenses or spectacle lenses to slow progression, and glaucoma detection and management.
Services include contact lens fitting for everyday wear, sports, or special occasions, and bespoke spectacle dispensing. The practice uses advanced diagnostic technology, including a Heidelberg Spectralis 4D OCT Scanner, to detect and monitor eye health in detail. Specialist clinicians also assess patients experiencing reading difficulties to identify any underlying visual anomalies.
Underwood Eyecare stocks sustainable eyewear brands including Coral Eyewear, made from recycled materials, and ProDesign frames. Whether you need routine vision care or specialist eye management, the practice is committed to delivering thorough, comfortable eye care tailored to you.
Treatments & Pricing
Eye Examinations
Gold Eye Examination
Combines latest technology with extended consultation time.
Silver Eye Examination
Thorough analysis of eye health and spectacle prescription checking.
Bronze Eye Examination
Routine eye examination and prescription update for patients under 40.
NHS Sight Test
Standard 20-minute sight test for eligible patients.
Specialist Eye Examinations
Visual Stress & Reading Assessment
Comprehensive vision assessments for reading difficulties and visual anomalies.
Myopia Management
Specially designed contact lenses or spectacle lenses to slow myopia progression.
Dry Eye Assessment
Private examination to investigate cause and effects of dry eye symptoms.
Punctum Plug Fitting
Effective method of managing dry eye symptoms using punctal plugs.
Blephex
Treatment for blepharitis, inflammation of the eyelid margins.
Contact Lenses
Contact Lens Fittings
Fittings and check-ups by optometrists, including complex cases.
Contact Lens Subscriptions
Hassle-free contact lens ordering with automatic delivery.
Ortho-K Overnight Contact Lenses
Vision correction therapy providing clear vision without daytime lens wear.
Contact Lenses for Children
Safe contact lens option for children of any age.
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Frequently asked questions
What eye care services do you offer?
We offer a range of appointments from basic eye examinations to specialised examinations tailored to your specific needs, including dry eye assessment and treatment, myopia management, glaucoma detection and management, and contact lens fitting for everyday wear or special occasions.
What is myopia management and how does it work?
Myopia management uses specially designed contact lenses or spectacle lenses to slow down myopia's progression, helping to manage short-sightedness over time.
Do you help with dry eye problems?
Yes, we provide comprehensive diagnosis and treatment for dry eye symptoms through our Dry Eye Clinics, with each individual receiving a tailored assessment and care plan.
Can you help if my child is having reading difficulties?
Our specialist clinicians provide comprehensive vision assessments to determine whether reading difficulties have underlying visual anomalies, helping to identify any vision-related causes.
What technology do you use for eye examinations?
We use the Heidelberg Spectralis 4D OCT Scanner, a state-of-the-art diagnostic tool that provides highly detailed images of the eye, allowing our specialist optometrists to detect and monitor even the smallest changes.
Do you stock sustainable eyewear options?
Yes, we stock Coral Eyewear, which is made from recycled materials such as fishing nets and plastic waste, as well as the latest ProDesign eyewear collection.
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