Macular Degeneration Lenses

IMPROVING EYESIGHT FOR AMD SUFFERERS
 

Nearly 1.5m people in the UK have macular disease. It affects people of all ages. Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is the most common condition, generally affecting people over the age of 55.

AMD is the biggest cause of sight loss in the UK, affecting more than 600,000 people.

What is the macula?

The macula is part of the retina at the back of the eye. It is only about 5mm across but is responsible for our central vision, most of our colour vision and the fine detail of what we see. The macula has a very high concentration of photoreceptor cells – the cells that detect light. They send signals to the brain, which interprets them as images. The rest of the retina processes our peripheral, or side vision. 

HOW THE LENS WORKS 
 

The lens repositions the image to a healthier part of the macula less affected by AMD

The lens magnifies the repositioned image increasing its size

The yellow lens with its anti-reflective coating reduces glare and increases the contrast

All three patented elements work together to help improve eyesight for AMD sufferers

PATIENT EXPERIENCE
“THE DIFFERENCE WAS SO PROFOUND I WAS IN TEARS”
 
John, one of our patients who trialed the lenses, kindly shared his story with us.
 
“When I put the glasses on it felt as if my vision was lifted up and I was looking over the black dot which takes up my central vision.”
 
He added: “Then I realised I could see the optician’s face and see his mouth moving, the difference was so profound I was in tears”
 

WHAT WILL HAPPEN DURING THE FREE TRIAL

 
Your consultation will take up to 45 minutes.
 
PLEASE ENSURE THAT YOU BRING ANY CURRENT SPECTACLES YOU HAVE TO THE APPOINTMENT
 
In the comfort of our practice, one of our Specialist Dispensers will work  through the different lens power options until the best visual solution based on your needs is found.
We welcome any friends and family you wish to bring along.