Visit Us For A Thorough Eye Examination

Are you noticing a change in your vision? Are you having trouble reading small print? Or are you getting a headache from looking at your computer screen? Then it’s time to book an eye examination with S W Allen. 

OCT (Optical Coherence Tomography) Scan is now available

Your optometrist will take care of this for you, just ask for an OCT when arranging your appointment. Your eye examination will take anything up to 40 minutes and will be carried out by one of our qualified optometrists, who will be pleased to answer any questions that you might have.  

We are conveniently located in Accrington, Clitheroe and Todmorden. We welcome customers from across Lancashire and the surrounding areas. Contact us to schedule an appointment.

What Will The Examination Entail?

In order to keep a more accurate record of the condition of your eyes, we have now have an OCT.

  • Any concerns that you may have about your eyes or your vision
  • Any symptoms that you are having
  • Your visual needs in relation to your work, hobbies and lifestyle
During the examination, the optometrist will determine the general condition of your eyes.
  • The examination of both the anterior and posterior of the eye and the lids.
  • If you are over the age of 40, the pressure inside the eye will be measured.
  • Where necessary, your field of vision will be assessed.
  • Your standard of vision will be assessed.
  • We will determine if an optical correction is required.
  • The way in which your eyes work together will be assessed.
  • Explain the results of the examination and advise you on whether a new or changed prescription is required
  • Advise you on appropriate spectacles or contact lenses for your individual requirements
  • Recommend when you should have your next examination
  • Answer any questions you may have
  • Issue you with a prescription for spectacles if these are required

Following your eye examination, you will be advise you on the various ways we can satisfy your optical requirements according to your lifestyle. This will include different designs of spectacle lenses, frames and sunglasses.

If at any time you have concerns about your eyes or your vision, our professional staff will be pleased to give you the appropriate advice.