At Eyes & Co, we’re three sibling optometrists who bring a unique blend of expertise, trust, and personalised care to every eye exam. As an independent optician, we’re not tied to corporate quotas our only priority is your vision and well-being
Our Advanced Eye Test includes an OCT scan as well as your Essential Eye Test
Helping to spot over 10 health conditions, including diabetes & high blood pressure
What is an OCT eye scan?
Using our specialist eye scanning technology, we can help you see what's possible when you explore your eye health more deeply.
Unless your vision has changed, it’s likely that you haven’t given your eye health much thought. But your eyes can actually reveal a lot about your overall health. OCT stands for Optical Coherance Tomography which is an advanced eye scan that gives a more in-depth view of the eye than an Essential Eye Test.
It works in the same kind of way to an ultrasound – but uses light waves instead of sound waves.
What underlying conditions including can detect?
It only takes a couple of minutes and by looking into the retina's layers an OCT scan can help to detect underlying conditions including:
- High blood pressure
- Diabetes
- Age-related macular degeneration
- Glaucoma
- Cardiovascular disease
- Tumours
- Macular hole
- Multiple sclerosis
- Medication toxicities
- Retinal detachment
- Hereditary ocular disease i.e. Retinitis Pigmentosa
- Autoimmune disease
- Age related macular diseases i.e. Cystoid macular edema post cataract surgery
eye care NHS
Find out if you could be eligible for a free NHS eye test or glasses discount
Taking care of your eyes is important because it not only helps make sure you can see clearly, but it can also provide a window to your overall health by showing the early signs of conditions like diabetes. That's why, if you need help paying for an eye test, glasses or contact lenses, you may be eligible for an NHS discount.
Who can get a free NHS eye test?
You are entitled to a free NHS eye test if you:
- are aged under 16
- are aged 16, 17, or 18 and are in full-time education
- are aged 60 or over
- are registered as partially sighted (sight impaired) or blind (severely sight impaired)
- have been diagnosed with diabetes or glaucoma
- are aged 40 or over, and your mother, father, brother, sister, son, or daughter has been diagnosed with glaucoma
- have been advised by an ophthalmologist (eye doctor) that you're at risk of glaucoma
- are eligible for an NHS complex lens voucher - your optometrist can advise you about your entitlement
- receive Income Supportreceive Income-based Jobseeker's Allowance (not Contribution-based)
- receive Pension Credit Guarantee Credit
- receive Income-based Employment and Support Allowance (not Contribution-based)
- receive Universal Creditare a prisoner on leave from prison
- are entitled to, or named on, a valid NHS Tax Credit Exemption Certificate
- are on a low income and named on a valid HC2 (full help) or HC3 (partial help) certificate
How do I claim my free NHS eye test?
At your Boots Opticians appointment, one of our colleagues will go through the relevant NHS forms with you and fill them in, so you can begin having free eye tests.
Please bring with you official documentation certifying your proof of entitlement if you:
- receive Income Support
- receive Income-based Jobseeker's Allowance (not Contribution-based)
- receive Pension Credit Guarantee Credit
- receive Universal Credit
- receive Income-based Employment and Support Allowance (not Contribution-based)
- are entitled to, or named on, a valid NHS Tax Credit Exemption Certificate
- are on a low income and named on a valid HC2 (full help) or HC3 (partial help) certificate
How often can I get a free NHS eye test?
How often you can claim your free NHS eye test depends on where you live:
If you’re under 16 or over 60 years of age, you are entitled to one free eye test every two years. If you’re 16 to 59 and are entitled to an NHS test you can have one every two years. Your optician may recommend a more regular test depending on your prescription and eye health.
NHS & Private Eye Tests
Comprehensive eye exams available for both NHS and private patients.
Emergency Eye Care
Urgent appointments for sudden vision issues or eye discomfort.
Contact Lens Consultations
Personalised advice and fitting for all types of contact lenses.
cataract assessments (pre and post op)
Personalised advice from professionals.
Children’s Eye Tests
Gentle, child-friendly exams to support healthy vision development.