Premium Eye Examination in Whitton, Twickenham
The EyeSmile premium eye exam detects glaucoma, macular degeneration, and diabetic eye disease early, helping us treat it effectively. Our premium eye examines are a full forty-five minute assessment, complete with digital imaging and an optometrist, who is focused on your vision and not the clock.
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What’s your eye health risk?
Three questions. Personalised result in under a minute.
1. How old are you?
2. Do you have a family history of glaucoma, macular degeneration or diabetes?
3. When did you last have a full eye examination?
More Than a Standard Eye Test
Most high street eye exams, along with NHS exams are thirty minute exams that focus on refraction. The premium eye exam at EyeSmile is a full hour dedicated to your visual and ocular health, providing a comprehensive picture that is more than simply a new prescription.
Our premium eye exams include everything you receive with a standard eye exam, combined with OCT retinal imaging and Optomap widefield scanning offered at no additional charge.
60-minute appointment
thorough, thorough
OCT retinal scan
Included as standard
Optomap imaging
Wide-field retinal scan
Visual fields test
Peripheral vision checked
Binocular pressure
Glaucoma screening
Premium vs Standard Eye Test
Comprehensive Care, Complete Peace of Mind
Early Disease Detection
With OCT imaging, we are able to detect glaucoma, macular degeneration, along with diabetic eye disease long before you experience any symptoms, while treatment is most effective.
Personalised Prescription
We ensure your prescription is optimised for your lifestyle with a full binocular vision assessment, whether you work, drive, do sports, or spend your time in front of a screen.
thorough Appointment
The premium eye examination at EyeSmile is a sixty minute assessment, where you have the undivided attention of your optometrist, offering a chance to ask questions, while they explain any findings clearly, without feeling rushed.
Systemic Health Insights
Our premium eye examinations can reveal the signs of systemic health conditions, from hypertension to diabetes, and neurological issues. We can observe the blood vessels in the eye with no invasion, providing you with a clear indication of your overall health.
Your Examination, Step by Step
History & Lifestyle
Every premium eye exam at EyeSmile starts with a thorough discussion with the optometrist about your visual needs, occupation, hobbies, and family history, along with any current symptoms.
Refraction & Vision
Your optometrist takes a precise measurement of your prescription, identifying how your eyes work together.
Eye Health Checks
A comprehensive eye health examination is included, providing you with a pressure check, visual fields test, and an OCT retinal image, ensuring everything is covered, from the front to the back of each eye.
Results & Advice
The end of the premium eye exam is a discussion with your EyeSmile optometrist, where they will explain the findings in a clear and detailed manner, along with discussing concerns, and providing a written summary. If needed, they will provide you with a referral letter.
Recommended for Anyone Who Wants More
- Adults aged 40 and over — when age-related changes begin
- Contact lens wearers requiring detailed corneal assessment
- Anyone with a family history of glaucoma, AMD or retinal disease
- Diabetic patients requiring annual retinal screening
- Screen workers experiencing eye strain, headaches or blurred vision
- Anyone who wants a thorough MOT for their eyes and hasn't had one recently
A Different Standard of Care
At EyeSmile, we don't believe in rushing appointments, giving you vision the time it deserves. Our standard eye exams are forty five minute assessments, covering visual fields and binocular pressure, while our premium eye exams include OCT retinal imaging, along with Optomap imaging, helping to detect eye disease long before you experience any symptoms.
Book Your ExaminationPremium Eye Examination Cost
The premium eye examination cost at EyeSmile in Whitton, Twickenham can be found on our optical fees page. This is a thorough appointment that includes advanced testing, such as OCT retinal imaging, Optomap wide-field scanning, along with visual fields and binocular vision assessments, combined with intraocular pressure measurements.
Many practices charge extra costs for these tests, or do not provide them at all. EyeSmile includes them as part of your premium eye examination, without any hidden costs.
View Optical FeesWhat Is Included in Your Premium Examination
Full refraction & prescription
Near, intermediate and distance vision
OCT retinal imaging
3D retinal structure scanning
Optomap wide-field scan
200° retinal view in one image
Visual fields test
Peripheral vision mapping
Binocular pressure
Glaucoma risk screening
Binocular vision
How your eyes work together
Eye health examination
Front and back of each eye
Frequently Asked Questions
Contact the EyeSmile Optical team if you have any further questions.
How long does a premium eye examination take?
Our premium eye exams are comprehensive sixty minute assessment your eyes deserve. Your optometrist takes the time to discuss the findings clearly in detail, while answering your questions, without feeling rushed.
What is included that a standard eye test doesn't cover?
The EyeSmile premium eye exam includes OCT retinal imaging, along with Optomap wide-field scanning, along with everything you receive with a standard exam.
How much does a premium eye examination cost?
Our pricing schedule can be found on our Optical fees page. Please contact EyeSmile directly for an up-to-date price.
How is this different from an NHS eye test?
NHS eye tests are important, yet they are short, focusing on refraction. The EyeSmile premium eye exams are comprehensive clinical assessments that focus on your entire visual system, along with your ocular health, complete with advanced imaging technology that may high-street optometrists do not provide.
How often should I have a premium eye examination?
We recommend booking a premium eye exam each year if you are forty or over, you re diabetic, or your family has a history of eye disease. If you are a healthy adult under forty and have no risk factors, we recommend having a premium eye exam every two years. Your EyeSmile optometrist will recommend when to have the test, based on your eye care needs.
Ready to Book Your Premium Eye Examination?
Our Whitton, Twickenham optometrists are ready to help. Book online or call us to arrange your appointment.