Eye Care

At Dyer & Scott we take pride in offering a comprehensive range of eyecare services. 

In addition to delivering routine private and NHS examinations, we offer extended eye examinations enabling a more in depth analysis of eye health.

We know that eye care is personal, which is why we take the time to get to know our patients and evaluate any vision issues they have, enabling us to offer genuine unbiased advice.

Regular eye exams are essential to maintaining healthy vision and can help to detect eye issues early, preventing potential vision loss or complications.

 

A woman getting her eyes tested

Your Visit to Dyer and Scott

Not sure what to bring along? See our list below for a few things to remember:

  • List of Medications: If you take any medications, jot them down or bring a list, as some medications can affect your eyes or vision.
  • Details of Medical History. Any information about eye-related health conditions (e.g. glaucoma, diabetes) or family history of eye diseases can help your optician.
  • Questions or Concerns. Make a note of any specific vision or eye health concerns you’ve been experiencing so you can discuss them during the test. 

What is Involved in an Eye Test?

Looking to arrange an appointment with Dyer & Scott? It couldn’t be easier.

Step 1

Arrange an appointment with a member of our experienced team by phone, through our booking portal or by popping into the practice.

Step 2

When you coming in for your appointment you will be greeted by out friendly reception team. Your optometrist will start by asking you a few questions about your eye health, any issues you may be having with your vision or current glasses or contatc lenses.

Step 3

The optometrist carries out the eye test, enabling them to understand more about your vision and eye health.

Step 4

The Optometrist will recommend the best approach based on the results of your eye test. This may include advising on lifestyle changes to benefit vision, recommending glasses or contact lenses or advising on eye health.

Step 5

First par of glasses or an updated to an existing prescription? Our dispensing Opticians will take you through the options using state of the art instrumentation to ensure the frame and lenses are positioned correctly for a clear comfortable vision.

How to book an Appointment

Since 1958, we’ve been providing expert eye care solutions and unbiased advice in Clifton and Portishead.

Visit Us

Pop into one of our practices to talk to us face to face.
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Call Us

Pop into one of our practices to talk to us face to face.
Clifton: 0117 973 7667
Portishead: 01275 842 504

Online

Contact us via the contact form on our contact pages or by booking an examination through our online booking system.

What our Customers say

All the staff were friendly, welcoming and helpful. Everything was explained in detail and they had time to deal with me as an individual. They had the time to deal with me as a person and not as a number. They seemed to care and were very patient and professional.

Customer of Portishead Practice

04/12/2024

This was my first visit since the updating of the premises and it was a lovely surprise to see so much more space and a larger selection of spectacles. The staff were very welcoming and the service was excellent. I am looking forward to collecting my new specs!

Customer of Portishead Practice

15/01/2025

I recently visited Dyer & Scott Optician and my experience was fantastic! From the moment I walked in, the friendly staff greeted me with warm smiles and a genuine desire to help. They were incredibly knowledgeable, taking the time to understand my needs and guiding me through lens selections with insightful recommendations based on my needs.The technology they used for eye exams was impressive, making the process smooth and efficient. The shop has a welcoming atmosphere, and the quality of eyewear is top-notch.

Customer of Portishead Practice

14/12/2024

Highly recommend.  All staff in the practice (Opticians and reception staff) are very professional, helpful and friendly . Will always offer advice and support and make customers feel welcome and provide excellent service. Always recommend this opticians to everyone. Very professional, reliable but also friendly and helpful .

Customer at Portishead Practice

13/12/2024

The staff were friendly and professional. Premises clean and tidy. As an added bonus I was able to replace a broken glasses frame and keep the same lenses! Thank you

Customer or Portishead Branch

02/12/2024

Everything always very thoroughly checked. I have been coming to you for many years now and have always been treated in a very friendly and relaxed atmosphere and have every confidence in the service provided.

Customer of Clifton Practice

16/01/2025

At Dyer and Scott you are in the hands of experts who are both knowledgeable and helpful. My examination could not have been more thorough and I received a lot of help when deciding what glasses needed. I have been a customer there for decades and recommend them highly.

Customer at Clifton Practice

05/12/2024

I appreciate the professionalism of the optometrist and of the opticians. This is a place you feel you are in good hands. Good range of frames. They’ll work with you for the best equipment you can afford.

Customer of Portishead

25/01/2024

Excellent eye examination with lots of really useful feedback, help and advice with new lenses for my glasses was very much appreciated.

Customer of Portishead branch

07/02/24

I have always had excellent care at Dyer Scott and would not think of going anywhere else.  The care over many many years has always been excellent.

Customer of Portishead branch

10/01/2024

I have been visiting Dyer & Scott opticians for the past 20 years and I have always received superb clinical care. All staff are friendly and welcoming.

Customer of Clifton

15/03/2024

I came with a few concerns that were treated with respect – thorough eye examination and attention to aftercare with choosing spectacles. I am a returning and very satisfied customer. I like the way conditions are explained to me in detail. With Paul and James I feel in excellent hands.

Customer of Clifton

02/02/2024

My experience was superb. I felt totally confident in all tests and explanations that the optician conducted. He was thorough in every way. The help given by the technician regarding glasses choice was exceptional. A most professional experience.

Customer of Clifton

15/01/2024

I have been using Dyer & Scott for years, and would recommend them without reservation. The opticians are very helpful and the overall impression I get is that looking after the customer is of paramount importance (not like a previous opticians (part of a chain) where the prime motive seemed to be “how much money can we get from this customer”).

Customer of Portishead

11/03/2024

I really can not think of anything that could have been done better. The examination was very professional. The explanation of the results was clear and informative.  My concerns and questions about the condition of my eyes were completely addressed.

Customer of Portishead

03/02/2024

Great friendly professional service from start to finish. Thank you very much.

Customer of Portishead.

23/02/2024

Useful Information

At Dyer & Scott, we offer a number of ways to book. Simply pop in to your local branch, give us a call, or use our easy online booking system and choose a time that suits you. 

Eye test should be carried out every two years for most people. Following your first visit, we may recommend that a different frequency is appropriate based on your eye health.

Some people such as those over 60 will qualify for a free NHS eye test. Visit our NHS examinations page to find out if you are entitled to a free NHS-funded sight test or an optical voucher.

Yes. Whilst an OCT scan is not included in a standard eye test, we include an OCT scan as part of our extended eye test. We highly recommend this service.