Specialist Eye Services
At K McGuinness Opticians, we offer a range of specialist eye services and enhanced eye examinations which can help to detect eye conditions such as glaucoma, macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy.
Find out more about some of the specific services and diagnostic tests we carry out below.
The last few years has seen a steady rise in the prevalence of myopia (short sightedness) across the globe. A growing body of evidence suggests that behavioural and lifestyle influences along with genetic are contributing to the increased prevalence of myopia.
We know higher myopes have a greater risk of myopia-associated pathology, but it is important to understand that even low levels of myopia can carry additional lifelong risks.
Starting myopia management early is important to help keep myopia levels (and importantly, axial length) at a level that helps to reduce risks.
Our optometrists at K McGuinness Opticians are accredited in the supply of Hoya MiYOSMART lenses, which are clinically proven to be an effective solution to slow down the progression of myopia and are as easy to wear as any pair of glasses.
Please contact us to find out more about the benefits of myopia control, or to arrange a consultation.
Glaucoma is a common eye condition where the optic nerve becomes damaged.
Glaucoma generally develops slowly over a number of years and usually does not cause any symptoms to begin with. This can lead to loss of vision if it is not diagnosed and treated. Early detection and treatment for glaucoma is essential to protect the eyesight from further damage.
At K McGuinness Opticians, we have invested in the latest in OCT scanning technology. This allows us to undertake enhanced eye examinations to screen for conditions like glaucoma. Our state-of-the-art equipment gives us the ability to evaluate the optic nerve and detect early glaucomatous changes.
Diagnosing glaucoma is not always easy, but our ability to carefully evaluate the optic nerve will allow us to make important decisions on how to protect your sight.
Regular eye tests are always important, particularly for people aged 40 and over. Risk factors for glaucoma increase with age, diabetes, ethnicity and a family history.
Early detection and regular, complete eye examinations are important to protect your vision form the damage that can be caused by glaucoma. Make an appointment for your advanced glaucoma screening now.
Macular degeneration is a common condition which affects the central vision. Without treatment your vision may get worse. This can happen gradually over several years (dry ARMD) or quickly over a few weeks or months (wet ARMD).
It is very important that if anyone develops symptoms, such as straight lines appearing to be wavy or blurring of the central vision, that they contact us for advice as soon as possible.
K McGuinness Opticians have the latest in OCT scanner technology which allows us to offer specialist eye services such as macular degeneration assessment. During an eye examination with one of our experienced optometrists, we will undertake a comprehensive eye exam to evaluate the deepest layers of your retina.
We use an OCT scanner, which is a non-invasive procedure to produce sectional images of the retina. This enables us to view deeper layers of the retina. This in turn allows us accurately assess the macula and provide the correct advice and care required.
Your eyesight is our priority. Early diagnosis and treatment of wet macular degeneration is necessary to prevent loss of vision.
Contact us today to arrange your appointment.
Patients may experience flashes and floaters due to changes in the vitreous humour, the jelly-like substance inside your eyeball.
This substance shrinks as we get older, and can separate from the surface of the retina. In a small percentage of cases this separation from the retina can cause damage to the retina, increasing the risks of retinal detachment.
It is important that if you develop a sudden onset of new floaters and/or flashing lights that you inform us so as we can arrange assessment by one of our experienced optometrists.
The last few years has seen a steady rise in the prevalence of myopia (short sightedness) across the globe. A growing body of evidence suggests that behavioural and lifestyle influences along with genetic are contributing to the increased prevalence of myopia.
We know higher myopes have a greater risk of myopia-associated pathology, but it is important to understand that even low levels of myopia can carry additional lifelong risks.
Starting myopia management early is important to help keep myopia levels (and importantly, axial length) at a level that helps to reduce risks.
Our optometrists at K McGuinness Opticians are accredited in the supply of Hoya MiYOSMART lenses, which are clinically proven to be an effective solution to slow down the progression of myopia and are as easy to wear as any pair of glasses.
Please contact us to find out more about the benefits of myopia control, or to arrange a consultation.
Glaucoma is a common eye condition where the optic nerve becomes damaged.
Glaucoma generally develops slowly over a number of years and usually does not cause any symptoms to begin with. This can lead to loss of vision if it is not diagnosed and treated. Early detection and treatment for glaucoma is essential to protect the eyesight from further damage.
At K McGuinness Opticians, we have invested in the latest in OCT scanning technology. This allows us to undertake enhanced eye examinations to screen for conditions like glaucoma. Our state-of-the-art equipment gives us the ability to evaluate the optic nerve and detect early glaucomatous changes.
Diagnosing glaucoma is not always easy, but our ability to carefully evaluate the optic nerve will allow us to make important decisions on how to protect your sight.
Regular eye tests are always important, particularly for people aged 40 and over. Risk factors for glaucoma increase with age, diabetes, ethnicity and a family history.
Early detection and regular, complete eye examinations are important to protect your vision form the damage that can be caused by glaucoma. Make an appointment for your advanced glaucoma screening now.
Macular degeneration is a common condition which affects the central vision. Without treatment your vision may get worse. This can happen gradually over several years (dry ARMD) or quickly over a few weeks or months (wet ARMD).
It is very important that if anyone develops symptoms, such as straight lines appearing to be wavy or blurring of the central vision, that they contact us for advice as soon as possible.
K McGuinness Opticians have the latest in OCT scanner technology which allows us to offer specialist eye services such as macular degeneration assessment. During an eye examination with one of our experienced optometrists, we will undertake a comprehensive eye exam to evaluate the deepest layers of your retina.
We use an OCT scanner, which is a non-invasive procedure to produce sectional images of the retina. This enables us to view deeper layers of the retina. This in turn allows us accurately assess the macula and provide the correct advice and care required.
Your eyesight is our priority. Early diagnosis and treatment of wet macular degeneration is necessary to prevent loss of vision.
Contact us today to arrange your appointment.
Patients may experience flashes and floaters due to changes in the vitreous humour, the jelly-like substance inside your eyeball.
This substance shrinks as we get older, and can separate from the surface of the retina. In a small percentage of cases this separation from the retina can cause damage to the retina, increasing the risks of retinal detachment.
It is important that if you develop a sudden onset of new floaters and/or flashing lights that you inform us so as we can arrange assessment by one of our experienced optometrists.
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