Compton Acres Optometrists

Hi-Vision LongLife wins iF material award

World Wide Eye Experts — Thu, 26 Aug 2010 12:52:54 +0000

Hoya confirms its leading position in the premium AR coating segment once more

Hoya’s new AR coating Hi-Vision LongLife only consists of high quality, long lasting materials.

Hoya iF Material Award 2010

It offers the highest scratch resistance on today‘s coating market*, is super anti-reflective, extremely water- and dirt repellent, and anti- static. Its unique properties ensure a durable and reliable performance year after year, and is therefore truely worthy of its name. Its outstanding quality also convinced the acknowledged iF International Forum Design Jury who announced Hi-Vision LongLife one of the laureates of the iF material award 2010.

This was not the first time a Hoya coating was unanimously rewarded by the jury. Four years ago Hoya’s Super Hi-Vision coating was also honored the important iF material award. Therefore, this award not only underlines the extraordinary properties of the new coating material, it also endorses Hoya once more as the leading company in premium coatings. In the development of its coatings Hoya takes the entire composition as its starting point and carefully synchronizes the materials and various layers of the coating. This ensures a maximum lens transparency and maximum toughness. To emphasize its confidence in the durability of this new anti-reflection coating, Hoya offers a three-year warranty on manufacturing defects, offering the optician even more arguments to convince his customers about the outstanding properties of this AR coating.

“In material technology it’s not about making something new, but about making something better. Important is to find the right balance between design and material“, according to the Jurors.

Ollendorf Mess-Systeme wins iF product design award

Hoya cooperates with some highly esteemed partners in the field and is proud to announce that Ollendorf Mess-Systeme was rewarded

Hoya iF Design Award 2010

the prestegious iF design award in the category “Medicine / Health Care” for their new video centering system visuReal® SMART.

This system scores with minimalistic design and easy handling with focus on the most important features. The software automatically records the measurement image. Face detection, camera control, recorder, photo lamp, and photo flash operate automatically so the main focus remains on the customer. There are two visuReal® SMART versions in different sizes, for placement on either a table or counter.

The iF material award

The iF material award was first handed out in 2005 and has since then been an important trend barometer within material technology. The iF logo, awarded by international experts, is trusted the world over and denotes proven material quality. This year, around 90 submissions from 66 participants in 18 countries entered the competition.

The iF design award

Since the introduction in the year 1953, the iF design award has been a reliable indicator of outstanding quality in design. The iF logo, awarded by international experts, is trusted the world over and denotes proven design quality. This year, 2.486 products from 39 different countries entered the competition. Information is also available on www.ifdesign.de in the iF online exhibition.

Ray Ban

World Wide Eye Experts — Sun, 11 Jul 2010 17:38:47 +0000

RayBan – we can also add precriptions we supply all accessories and can give you full infomation about the optics.

We have been very happy with the quality and the sales this summer – what you see in the store is only a fraction of what is available.

Ray Ban Tech Carbon Fiber ( Fibre ) Sunglasses now available.

Ray Ban continues to expand its use of materials this season. First they introduceRay Ban Craft Collection which used genuine leather accents, now in perfect timing for summer they release the Ray Ban Carbon Fibre from their Tech department.

The new collection features sunglasses which are composed of carbon fiber and a resin composite which creates a lightweight, strong, flexible, and resilient material.

Carbon fiber is used on everything from race cars and airplanes to the space shuttle. It’s not only strong (often stronger than steel), but also extremely light weight.

The Ray Ban RB 8301 Cabon Fiber aviator sunglasses fits almost all faces extremely well; it features slim elongated carbon fiber temples with rubber temple tips for added comfort and non-slip grip. It’s available in both polarized and non polarized lenses and in multiple classic color combinations.

Ray Ban RB 8303 Carbon Fiber sunglasses are a extremely lightweight, easy to wear classic rectangle style, and features a rimless three piece mount construction. The lightweight polycarbonate lenses are paired with slim elongated carbon fiber temples which feature rubber temple tips for added strength, comfort and non-slip grip. It’s available in both polarized and non polarized lenses and in multiple classic color combinations.

Your Ray Ban Team. Ask us and we'll get the look you want.

How to apply and remove contact lenses – Instructional video

World Wide Eye Experts — Sun, 04 Apr 2010 18:12:34 +0000

click here to Learn How to apply and remove Contact Lenses

Prices : TRIALS include UNLIMITED FREE LENSES and the Trial covers everything including consultations , lifestyles , Budget concerns , aftercare and education about the miricle of contact lenses.

FREEDOM from Glasses for ALL AGES.

Great for Sports , Socialising , Special Events and to have better vision.

Visit to TD Tom Davies

World Wide Eye Experts — Fri, 29 Jan 2010 11:16:17 +0000

We have arrived at the TdTomDavies Design School in Richmond London.

We will be with Chintu who will teaching us more about design.

I have seen a lot of the frames and the possibilities are endless. The beauty in the system is in the bespoke nature of the service.

The detail in manufacture is great.

The Td Tom Davies Facebook site is great!

Compton Acres Optometrists – focused on enhancing visual acuity.

World Wide Eye Experts — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 01:28:16 +0000

Links to Eye infomation

World Wide Eye Experts — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 00:21:08 +0000

Links :

Easy Contact Lenses

Great sight on General Eye Conditions

Eye and Vision Specialist Library

Join us on Twitter for more Tweets to improve your vision and learn about the miracle of vision.

Twitter : NottinghamEye

Childrens Eyecare

World Wide Eye Experts — Fri, 31 Jul 2009 09:01:25 +0000

Children eye info from the sites below a

1. http://www.eyeknoweyecare.com/

2. Healthy eyes for Kids website a bit basic but a good start for getting to begin with eyecare.

3. Why are regular eyetests needed?

4. Transitions for children? This site as well as number 5 are very well done by the company Transitions the world leader in Photochromic Lenses due to the quality of the lenses.

5. Transitions Quiz?

We advise a first check at 4 years old. Often we use picture tests so dont worry about letters. The eyecheck can be quick. We have after school appointments.

Eyecare is essential as it is is linked to quality of life.

People putting eyesight in peril

World Wide Eye Experts — Sun, 01 Mar 2009 18:00:39 +0000

People putting eyesight in peril

Regular eye tests can save people’s sight, says the charity

The credit crunch could mean more people going blind as they avoid eye checks to save money, warns a charity.

Action for Blind People found over a quarter of 2,350 adults polled had not had an eye test in the past two years, and of those 30% blamed cost.

The charity says a million UK people have sight loss that could have been prevented.

At around £24, the cost of a check-up is a small price to pay compared to losing your sight, it says.

Experts say the maximum time a person should go between tests should be two years – unless advised otherwise by an optician.

If you wait till you think something is wrong it may already be too late to save your sight

An RNIB spokeswoman

Richard Tolson of Action for Blind People said: “It is understandable that people are worrying about their finances at this difficult time; however there are many options for those who need help.

“We are urging the general public to make sure that they don’t cut back on getting their eyes tested this year. We feel it’s a New Year’s resolution worth making.”

Eye tests are available free on the NHS for certain groups including those at risk of glaucoma, people on low incomes and the over-60s in England.

In Scotland free NHS eyes tests are available at any age.

Employees who use a computer for most of their work can also have a sight test paid for by their employer.

Dr David Bull, of current affairs shows The Wright Stuff and Watchdog Healthcheck, said: “The cost of an eye test is a small price to pay compared to the devastating cost of losing your sight.”

Some sight-threatening conditions, such as glaucoma, have no symptoms and could cause a person to lose up to 40% of their sight before they notice a difference. An eye test can pick up these conditions.

A spokeswoman for the Royal National Institute of Blind People said: “The cost of glasses or getting to the optician needn’t be a barrier to having an eye test.

“If you are on a low income or on benefits you could be entitled to an NHS voucher to help towards the cost of glasses.

“And those who have difficulty getting out to a test can have an optician visit them at home.

“All you need to do is contact your local optician who can either provide this service or refer you to one who does.

“We strongly urge everyone to have regular eye tests. If you wait till you think something is wrong it may already be too late to save your sight.”

Help with Optometrist Charges

World Wide Eye Experts — Sun, 01 Mar 2009 17:56:35 +0000

Some people are automatically exempt from paying charges for eye tests, and for glasses and contact lenses. Some people on a low income can claim for help with all or part of the costs. People who use a computer screen or VDU as a regular part of their job are entitled to free eye tests that are paid for by their employer.

Who gets free NHS eye tests?

The following people automatically qualify for free eye tests (tests to check for vision problems). Tell the optometrist beforehand that you are entitled to a free test.

If you are under 16.
If you are under 19 and in full-time education.
If you are aged 60 or over.
If you (or your partner) gets one of the following:
- Income Support.
- Income-based Jobseeker’s Allowance.
- Pension Credit Guarantee Credit.
If you are registered blind or partially sighted.
If you have diabetes or glaucoma.
If you are aged 40 or over and have a close relative (parent, brother, sister, son, or daughter) with glaucoma.
If you are advised by a hospital eye specialist (an ophthalmologist) that you are at risk of glaucoma.
If you are under a hospital eye service and your eye test is carried out through the hospital eye department as part of the management of your eye condition.
If you have been prescribed complex lenses. The optometrist will need to see your last optical prescription.
If you are a War Pensioner and the eye test relates to your pensionable injury.
If you have an NHS tax credit exemption certificate.
If you are on a low income and have a certificate HC2 (see below). If you have an HC3 certificate you may get some help towards the cost.

How can people on a low income apply for help?

Some people on a low income may qualify for help with health costs such as eye tests or buying glasses or contact lenses. Your entitlement to help is based on your circumstances such as your level of income, savings, etc. Use form HC1 ‘Claim for help with health costs‘. See below on how to get this form. You have to fill in the form giving various details of your circumstances. If your application is successful, you will receive either certificate HC2 or HC3.

Certificate HC2 means that you will not need to pay the following health costs: prescription charges; NHS dental charges; eye tests, glasses and contact lenses; travel to hospital for NHS treatment; wigs and fabric supports.
Certificate HC3 provides partial help with some of these health costs.

Certificates are usually valid for six months. If your circumstances remain unchanged after six months then, if necessary, you should make a new claim before the current certificate expires.

Can I claim a refund for a charge I have already paid?

If you are issued with certificate HC2 or HC3, you may be able to claim a refund if you have recently paid for an eye test, glasses or contact lenses. Claims must be received within three months of your paying the charge. Use claim form HC5.

How can I get the claim forms?

To get the forms HC1 or HC5 mentioned above:

Contact your local office of the Department of Work and Pensions (the local Jobcentre Plus or ‘social security’ office) for a claim form. Find your local office in the phone book under ‘Jobcentre Plus’, OR
Get them from an NHS hospital, OR
Your dentist or optometrist may stock them, OR
Phone the Department of Health Publications Orderline on 0300 123 1002 (minicom 0300 123 1003) and ask for a form to be sent to you.

Free eye tests for workers with computers and VDUs

If you use a computer screen or other type of VDU for much of your time at work, then you are entitled to free eye tests. This is laid down in the Health and Safety (Display Screen Equipment) Regulations 1992. The tests have to be done by an optometrist and are paid for by your employer. Employers may issue vouchers for you to take to an optometrist to pay for the checks at the specified time intervals. If the prescription is required for VDU use, your employer must provide vouchers towards the cost irrespective of the time space between purchases.

Further information about help with health costs

The official information booklet HC11 ‘Help with health costs‘ provides more details of this scheme. Your local Jobcentre Plus office, NHS hospital, pharmacist, doctor, dentist or optometrist may have leaflet HC11. The leaflet HC11 is also available on the internet. Go to the Department of Health’s website – www.dh.gov.uk – and search for HC11.

Directgov

Web: www.direct.gov.uk
Directgov brings together the widest range of public service information and services online.
Produced by the Central Office of Information, Directgov provides information from across UK government departments on topics ranging from travel safety and parental leave, to special educational needs, local NHS services, and benefits. The site also brings together an increasing number of online government services – including being able to download and/or complete certain benefit claim forms online.

Benefit Enquiry Line – BEL

England, Wales and Scotland - Tel: 0800 88 22 00 Textphone: 0800 24 33 55
Northern Ireland – Tel: 0800 220 674 Textphone: 0800 243 787
For people with disabilities, their carers and representatives. It is part of the Department for Work and Pensions. BEL offers confidential advice and information on benefits and how to claim them. In addition they can also send out an extensive range of leaflets and claim packs and help you to complete a claim form over the phone.

Citizens Advice Bureau

Provides independent advice on many issues including benefits. Listed in the phone book under ‘Citizens Advice Bureaux’. Also, see their excellent website: www.citizensadvice.org.uk

Health and Safety (Display Screen Equipment) Regulations 1992

Details are here: www.opsi.gov.uk/si/si1992/Uksi_19922792_en_1.htm

What is the difference between optometrists and opticians?

Optometrists do eye tests to check your vision and to look for signs of eye disease. They also prescribe and fit glasses and contact lenses. Opticians (dispensing) fit and sell glasses, but do not do eye tests.

We are Optometrists.

High Resolution , Acuity , Adaptive Optics.

World Wide Eye Experts — Thu, 15 Jan 2009 04:13:43 +0000

This video is a general description of how Essilor Varilux Physio is made – the way the lens is measured and fitted and what frame is used are all aspects we at Compton Acres Optometrists take into consideration.

We like the video as it demonstates how light waves are processed by the lens in various different directions of gaze and how the eye interprets this infomation.

The lens was also tested in virtual reality with a real time eye tracker ( shown in the video )

All the evidence shows that many people wearing professive lenses have problems and infact even those wearing Varilux Comfort will notice the improvements.