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Optical vs Optician?

Why are some practices called opticians and other optical?

Johnstone Practice refit April 2024

Our Johnstone practice will be closed for an extensive refit from April 1st to 7th inclusive. All going to plan we will re-open at 9am on Monday April 8th. We hope you enjoy our new-look practice.

Why can I buy glasses for £6 online but not from you?

Why can I buy glasses online for £6 but not from an optician?

Short-sightedness: The next pandemic?

Myopia control

Sales targets. Great for shareholders, lousy for patients.

Sales targets . Bad news for patients.

Should I Be Worried About Eye Floaters?

Have you ever seen small dots, specks, blobs, threads or squiggly lines in your field of vision?

6 Factors That Put You at Higher Risk for Eye Diseases

Your eyes are incredibly important but, unfortunately, are also vulnerable to various diseases and vision problems.

The Latest Advancements in Glasses Lens Technology

Eyewear technology has made remarkable progress in recent years, significantly enhancing your options for correcting and clarifying your vision.