This is the core of our clinical services, and we take great pride in the skill and experience of our highly qualified optometrists, who will carry out some or all of the following.
If you are bringing a child for an eye examination, especially for the first time, we will probably ask you about any family history of eye problems, together with details of any problems during pregnancy and birth, as these can often be important clues as to any eye problems we may find.
Usually involves getting you to read out letters on an illuminated chart or video display screen, either without glasses or with your existing glasses.
Where we examine the internal structures of the eye to check for abnormality or eye disease, and to see if there are any other signs that you may be suffering from other general conditions such as high blood pressure or diabetes. We have various instruments and methods at our disposal to accomplish this, and we may use one or more of these depending on individual needs.
Sometimes we may need to put drops in your eyes to dilate your pupils in order to get an adequate view of the inside of the eyes.
This may be done with a large magnifier and a light, or a standard hand-held instrument, or sometimes with a special type of microscope called a slit-lamp.
At this stage we carry out the tests which, if you need glasses, enable us to determine your spectacle prescription.
Usually involves getting you to read out letters on an illuminated chart or video display screen, either without glasses or with your existing glasses.
Usually involves getting you to read out letters on an illuminated chart or video display screen, either without glasses or with your existing glasses.
We have a number of branches where you can visit expert Opticians in Essex for an eye examination, these are located in;
Corringham, Grays, Pitsea/Basildon & Witham
A visit to the opticians begins with an appointment to see
one of the optometrists for a Standard Eye Examination.
We provide a sympathetic service to small children (including infants — we are happy to see children at any age), the elderly and those with special educational needs. We provide a Domiciliary (Home Visit) Eye Examination Service under contract to the NHS for patients who are unable to attend one of our practices without substantial assistance.
In addition to our Standard Eye Examination, we offer a number of additional services.
All Very welcoming and friendly staff and always a very good thorough eye examination, would recommend.
Very professional and accommodating! I always go to see Mr Wallis, he is thorough and gives detailed explanations to my inquiries and concerns. Consequently I feel confident that I am receiving the best service available to me!
I felt the lay out the shop was lovely, the lady at the font of the store, was kind attentive and helpful, The optometrist was thorough and displayed excellent communication skills with a good bed side manner. This was my first every eye examine and i was very nervous and i made to feel relaxed! very happy with the service.
If what you're looking for is helpful, speedy and efficient this is the opticians for you. Was not disappointed. Excellent selection of glasses to choose from and they will go out their way to do all they can for you. And most importantly service with a smile !!
Great staff, great selection of glasses and I left with a spring in my step! They did everything they could to aid me in choosing my glasses and they bent over backwards to help me. Best optician I have ever been too.
I've been going to Belson and Sons since I was little and it's like going to see old friends, everyone is so friendly and helpful. The service is also excellent, it's very personal and very thorough. I couldn't recommend it more!.
Went to Belson and Sons for the first time very recently for an eye test and to purchase a new pair of glasses. Most amazing friendly service and most importantly extremely professional. Very happy with my new pair of glasses that I bought for a very decent price. Defiantly a happy customer and which would definitely go back there. Would very warmly recommend them.
Seth and the team are what make Belson and sons very special. Not only do they give a good caring service, the quality of their work is exceptional and accurate. I would recommend them to anyone.
First class professional service, all the staff are very courteous and helpful. Would heartily recommend Belson and Son to all who expect the best in expertise and care.