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Our Services

Expert eye exams in Halstead and Sudbury

At Wardale Williams, we provide thorough, professional eye examinations in a calm and welcoming setting.  

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the importance of an eye test

Eye tests are crucial not only for assessing changes in your vision but also for maintaining overall eye health. During an eye examination, optometrists can detect conditions such as glaucoma, cataracts, and macular degeneration early, when they are most treatable.

Additionally, eye tests can sometimes uncover signs of general health problems like diabetes and high blood pressure, which can manifest in the eyes before other symptoms appear.

Regular eye exams are essential for preserving your eyesight and ensuring your overall well-being, providing a comprehensive picture of your health that goes beyond just how well you see.

During your visit, we will:

  • Carefully assess your vision

  • Check the overall health of your eyes

  • Discuss any symptoms or concerns

  • Explain our findings clearly and simply

We want you to feel informed, reassured and confident about your eye health.

Advanced eye care with OCT

We offer all patients the opportunity to enhance their eye examination with OCT (Optical Coherence Tomography).

This advanced scan provides detailed cross-sectional images of the back of your eye, allowing us to detect early signs of conditions such as glaucoma and macular changes.

The scan is quick and comfortable, and it gives us valuable additional information beyond a standard eye test. We will always talk you through the benefits so you can decide what is right for you.

After your eye test

Your optometrist will tell you about the standard of your vision, the health of your eyes and any individual visual requirements you may have. You will be told whether glasses are required and what to use them for. You will be advised when your next eye test is due, and will either be given a copy of your prescription or a statement confirming that you do not need glasses.

If glasses are required, you will see the dispensing optician who will advise on frame styles and lens types suitable for your lifestyle, visual needs and prescription. We will send you a reminder when you are next due for an eye test. If you have any questions before then, please feel free to contact us.

We look forward to looking after your sight.

We utilise state-of-the-art technology for optimal eye care

All our practices are equipped with an Optical Coherence Tomographer (OCT). Previously exclusive to eye hospitals like Moorfields, this advanced technology was adopted early by Wardale Williams.

What are the benefits of OCT?

OCT allows us to maintain an ongoing and precise history of your eye health. The scan captures subtle changes that retinal photography simply cannot see, allowing us to compare your results at future visits.

Your optometrist will review the data with you on screen, talking you through the findings so you can easily understand your eye health. This diagnostic precision ensures a timely, accurate referral to a hospital should it ever be required.

Who should have OCT

Everyone seeking the highest quality eye care should consider OCT, particularly if you are over 40, have a family history of eye problems, are diabetic (even if you already attend a screening service), have general health conditions that may affect your eyes, or have ever had an abnormality detected using any other method.

Who qualifies for an NHS eye test

You may be entitled to a free NHS sight test depending on your age, health, income or benefits.

This can include children under 16, young people under 19 in full-time education, people aged 60 or over, and patients with certain medical or eye health conditions. You can check the full NHS eligibility guidance for the most up-to-date information.

Still unsure? Our team will be happy to advise before you book.

Ready to book your eye examination?

If you are due an eye test or have concerns about your vision, our Halstead and Sudbury teams are here to help.