Our Premium Eyecare Plan covers the extended eye examination and all the benefits included in Private Eye Examination Plan and more. EYECARE PLANS We are now offering exclusive Eyecare plans to spread the cost of enhanced eyecare . Currently the standard NHS funded eye exam is the same as it was when it was first implemented in 1948, but technology and expertise have increased a hundredfold since then. Eye conditions that previously would have caused blindness are often treatable, and there is now the ability to detect these problems early with the aid of cutting-edge technology like our OCT & Optomap. WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS? Inclusive Eye examinations As often as needed Extended eye examinations Longer appointment times Value for money Spread the cost monthly, no lump sum Peace of mind Terms & Conditions apply PRIVATE EYE EXAMINATION PLAN (PEEP) Our PEEP plan provides excellent value for money and peace of mind. For a monthly fee of just £8.50, it will cover all of your professional charges, see you as often as required, and not at strictly defined time intervals as laid out by the NHS. You will be booked for a longer appointment so that there is more time to discuss your requirements and to carry out any further tests as needed so that we can provide the best possible care for you. WHATS INCLUDED? £8.50 PER MONTH Comprehensive eye examination Under 30’s eye exam Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT scan) Daytona Optomap Ultra Wide View scan Pressures Check Anterior eye assessment Private Diabetic Assessment TAYLOR BIDDLE OPTICIANS EYECARE PLAN (TBO ECP) This Premium Plan covers the extended eye examination and all the benefits included in PEEP, but also gives a greater value for spectacle wearers with 25% discount on all eyewear and a two year accidental damage guarantee for an additional peace of mind. £14 PER MONTH Comprehensive eye examination Under 30s eye exam Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT scan) Daytona Optomap Ultra Wide View scan Pressures Check Anterior eye assessment Private Diabetic Assessment Consultant requested fields test plus report Consultant requested retinal scans plus report 25% discount off spectacles and lenses 15% discount off all products and solutions (excluding contact lenses). A guarantee on new spectacles for two years (small excess applies) Minimum contract 18 months, and then 6 months after the latest purchase. WHATS INCLUDED? CONTACT US FOR MORE INFORMATION ON OUR EYECARE PLANS GET IN TOUCH Quick links: OCT & OPTOMAP EYEWEAR

Don't take our word for it - read about what our patients are saying about the level of service we provide! PATIENT TESTIMONIALS If you have feedback following your experience at either of our locations, we would love to hear from you. Click below to leave a review or get in touch! S. Lawton "As always an excellent, thorough eye examination and professional scans with friendly staff. Thank you to Jo and Linda for making me feel at ease. Tom was amazing at helping me select new frames and sunglasses. He knew my style and nothing was too much trouble. Would thoroughly recommend!!!" S.D Claverley “Taylor Biddle Opticians look after three generations in our family with equal care and expertise. Tracey is always available for caring support and we have easy access to appointments. Staff are welcoming and friendly at both practices.” Mubs "First time at Taylor Biddle from a friend’s recommendation, needed my glasses relensed quite urgently and Hasan managed to fit me in the next day! Hasan, Sarah and the rest of the team were so friendly and helpful. Taylor Biddle will be my opticians for all my eye tests and I will be recommending them to all my friends and family!" C.Karatas "Many students from my practice who have reading difficulties such as dyslexia have been referred for further testing and each one has reported improvements in their vision and comfort in reading. I would have no hesitation in recommending Taylor Biddle Opticians." A. Lloyd "Very impressed with our eye examinations at Taylor Biddle. Just moved into the area, so registered as new customers. Incredibly thorough, professional and informative. Didn't feel rushed. Very good first impression and will be staying with them in the future." H. Moore "Had a very thorough eye test with Taras Lac including using 2 different scanners. I felt very confident that every aspect of my eye health was covered. All the staff are very helpful and professional. My partner recently had issues with his eye and they fitted in an emergency appointment and gave him a very detailed examination." J. Prosser "Can't recommend Taylor Biddle enough. Taras puts my daughter at ease during her visual stress tests. Staff are very welcoming and professional. Nothing is too much trouble." E. Somauroo "I had my first appointment at Taylor Biddle today and it was, by far , the best eye test I have had. All the staff were both professional and friendly and put me at ease on my first visit. As well as a regular eye test I had scans of my eyes done which reassured me that all was ok."

Your eye examination will include questions regarding the kind of VDU screen you use at work or at home to check whether you are facing any problems VDU EXAMINATIONS & COMPUTER SCREENS At some point in the day almost everyone looks at some form of computer screen. This could be in the form of anything from a Kindle, an EPOS screen, laptops, mobile phones or computer monitors for the purpose of either work or leisure. People who work with electronic screens are prone to eye diseases such as Computer Vision Syndrome. This is common among people who use VDU screens at work. These screens can cause stress and issues with the eyes, and the symptoms associated are blurred vision and sore eyes. If you have dry eyes, eyestrain, headaches or even difficulty while focusing right after or during use of a VDU screen then chances are you have computer vision syndrome (CVS) and may need to take measures to avoid it. Your eye examination will include questions regarding the kind of VDU screen you use at work or at home to check whether you are facing any problems. The amount of focus and muscle work your eyes do can be assessed through our eye examination and you will be advised accordingly. TIPS FOR DIGITAL SCREEN USERS Take regular breaks every twenty minutes to look away from the screen. This should be sufficient rest for your eyes. Make adjustments to your monitor or screen. Most screens come with the option of adjusting contrast, this can be manipulated to a point where the stress being caused to the eyes are at a bare minimum. Avoid glare and check for lights around the screen. It is important to make sure there aren’t any bright lights around your computer screen. Anti-glare screens can be used to reduce the damaging reflections off the screen. Blink consistently to avoid dry eyes. Most people while concentrating on a screen for too long do not blink as much. This is one of the main causes of dry eyes among people. However, it can be reduced and relieved by consulting an optometrist to get recommended appropriate eye drops. This symptom is more common among people who use contact lenses. Make regular eye care appointments. The recommended period for adults is once every two years, however, it cannot hurt to be careful and make regular visits to the practice. DO YOU WORK WITH DIGITAL SCREENS? It is important to note that if you are using a VDU screen at work you are entitled to a regular eye checks by your employer. Under the European Legislation employees using VDU screens at work should receive an eye examination when they start and throughout the course of their employment at regular intervals. If a person faces any eye related issues they are entitled to an eye examination funded by their employer. If the need arises for glasses then your employer is duty bound to pay for a basic pair which is for the purpose of use with a VDU screen only. However, you can make your own choice, but will have to pay for the difference in cost. Quick links: EYE EXAMS EYEWEAR

Contact our Compton branch for your detailed eye exam with your trusted local independent Optician. TAYLOR BIDDLE COMPTON 39 Bridgnorth Road, Compton, Wolverhampton, WV6 8AF 01902 750325 BOOK YOUR APPOINTMENT Our Service is as Special as Your Eyes BOOK AN APPOINTMENT Monday - Friday: 9:00 - 5:30 Saturday: 9:00 - 5:00 Sunday: Closed OUR PRACTICE We are located nearby Compton Park on Bridgnorth Road where we are next door to Bridgnorth Road Pharmacy. Our location is close to numerous regular bus routes. Patient parking is available to the front and rear of the building Our practice is wheelchair accessible Lift access to both floors WELCOME TO COMPTON SEND US A MESSAGE Need a little help or just have a question? Fill in the form below and we'll get back to you as soon as we can. Why not check our FAQs page for popular patient queries. If you still can't find what you need, we will be happy to help. Full Name Phone Email Write a message SEND Thank you for your message, we'll get back to you as soon as we can OUR DEDICATED TEAM Eye care is a passion at Taylor Biddle. We take pride in our highly skilled, knowledgeable team who stay with us for many years. We're dedicated to providing a welcoming environment for all our patients, with friendly service that is second-to none! MEET THE TEAM

Shop contact lenses through the Contact Lens Plan. Book your appointment online today! CONTACT LENS PLAN Regular contact lens checks are important. Not only is the health of the anterior eye checked, but the suitability of the contact lenses is assessed with regards to the type of lens and to any subtle prescription changes. Our Contact Lens Plans also include an annual sight test which we consider very important. Small changes in the prescription can then be incorporated into the contact lens prescription. Learn more about our popular options below. Customised bundle plans are also available, contact us for more information. Contact Lens Plan (CLP) £9.50 per month What's included? Regular contact lens checks as required. Emergency contact lens checks if required. If prescription changes, unopened boxes maybe exchanged. Emergency replacement lenses where possible supplied. Annual eye examinations. Contact Lens Plan Premium (CLPP) £13.00 per month Has all the CLP benefits, PLUS: Extended Eye Examination Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) and/ or Optomap Scans Anterior/ Dry Eye Assessments 15% discount off spectacles and contact lens solutions CONTACT US FOR MORE INFORMATION ON OUR CONACT LENS PLANS GET IN TOUCH

Dry eye red eye assessments, this is primarily managed with ocular lubricants, over-the-counter remedies and remedial eyelid hygiene DRY EYE & RED EYE ASSESSMENTS At our practice, we often come across patients with ocular hyperaemia (red eye), discharge and discomfort. This is primarily managed with ocular lubricants, over-the-counter remedies and remedial eyelid hygiene. For patients who are not entitled to exemptions from NHS charges, we can prescribe ointments and eye drops via signed orders. We find that the majority problems leading to red eyes are not from infections, but often allergic/seasonal conjunctivitis which would not benefit from anti-biotic medication. It may be that your case requires urgent intervention and so we ensure to see red eye patients as soon as possible upon arrival to the practice. We find a brief appointment (15 minutes) is sufficient to make a diagnosis. As the examination is only of the external eye, a full eye examination or refraction is not normally required. WHAT CAUSES DRY EYE? Ageing over 60’s are the most common group to suffer Hot, dry or windy climates – causes evaporation of tears Inflammatory diseases – e.g. Rheumatoid arthritis affecting the joints is associated with higher risk of dry eyes. Side effects from medications – e.g. The oral contraceptive pill HOW IS DRY EYE SYNDROME TREATED? There is no absolute ‘cure’ for dry eye syndrome. However, most people can get significant relief from symptoms using a variety of treatments and measures. LID MARGIN HYGIENE If the underlying cause is blepharitis or lid margin disease, then treating this can often improve the ocular surface and reduce symptoms. This can be done by simply applying a hot compress using hot tap water and a clean flannel to the eye each day, and then cleaning the lid margin with the water and the flannel. Some people recommend using chemicals such as baby shampoo and sodium bicarbonate, but more often than not, these can cause ocular surface irritation, and so at least initially, are best avoided. LUBRICANTS Regular lubrication in the form of gels or drops can help keep the surface of the eyes wet, and thus reduce symptoms. Often, this is combined with lid margin hygiene. There are a wide range of eye drops available – consult your optometrist, GP or ophthalmologist for advice on which to use. For a full dry eye and red eye assessment contact us at Taylor Biddle today. GET IN TOUCH

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Myopia control or myopia management is the area of children's eye care dedicated to slowing down childhood myopia progression. MYOPIA CONTROL Myopia (short sightedness) is becoming far more prevalent amongst children, and it’s estimated that by the year 2050, roughly half of the world’s population will be myopic. Some children have a continual progression of their myopia throughout their school years – often only stabilising when they have achieved full growth/adulthood. Children are more likely to have progressive myopia if: One or both parents are myopic Being of East Asian ethnic origin Spending limited time outdoors/lots of close/computer work Developing myopia before nine years old may significantly increase the risk of developing high myopia Not only does myopia progression means that the spectacles get thicker and heavier as they increase in strength, and that your child becomes more dependent on them as they are increasingly unable to see without them, but there are eye health benefits of limiting the progression and end stage prescription. Myopia management may reduce the risk of your child developing myopia related sight loss in adulthood. We now have several methods open to us to limit the progression of myopia. MYOPA MANAGEMENT CONTACT LENSES There are two types of contact lenses available: Soft specialist daily contact lenses – which need to be worn for about 10-12 hours a day for at least 6 days a week. Spectacles are required when contact lenses are not worn. The contact lenses can be fitted from as young as 8 years old. They go up to a -6.00 prescription and the direct debit is £45pm. Ortho K/EyeDream lenses – These are ‘hard’ lenses which are worn overnight. The lens gently reshapes the cornea (front of the eye) altering the prescription so that spectacles/contacts are not required during the day. These lenses are worn every night for a minimum of 8 hours. Additional spectacles are not required. These lenses can be fitted from the age of 8 and manage myopia (short sightedness) up to -4.50 and astigmatism up to -1.50. Click here to learn more. MYOPIA MANAGEMENT SPECTACLE LENSES If your child would prefer glasses instead of contact lenses, we are proud to offer two different advanced spectacle lenses as an alternative - MiYOSMART and Stellest. From HOYA, the MiYOSMART lenses are an innovative spectacle lens incorporating ‘DIMs’ technology (defocus incorporated multiple segments). Worn full time, they are lightweight, impact resistant and go up to a -10.00 prescription. Stellest lenses from Essilor also aim to slow the progression of Myopia. Thanks to their H.A.L.T technology, research suggests that Stellest lenses can slow down myopia progression by 67% on average when compared to single vision lenses. The initial set-up fee for MiYOSMART or Stellest lenses is £195 which includes the NHS voucher and a basic frame, thereafter a direct debit payment of £45pm. All follow-up appointments are included together with new lenses every 12 months or sooner if there is a prescription change. A second pair can be purchased at a special price of £100 which includes a basic frame. All the above monthly direct debits include any NHS sight tests and vouchers applicable. No method is guaranteed to work, but research shows an average of 60% slowing down of Myopia progression. Quick links: CHILDRENS EYECARE ORTHO-K

We offer a more sophisticated way to purchase your eyewear. Our Eyewear Styling Consultation is a guided journey through the process of choosing new glasses. EYEWEAR STYLING & FITTING Your eyewear should be an extension of your personal style, not just something necessary in order to see clearly! You deserve to look great in your frames and sunglasses and we are here to ensure that. The ultimate goal of our dispensing team is to make sure that you leave with eyewear that fits and flatters your face perfectly. With so many frames and sunglasses out there, it can be hard to know which ones are right for you and what styles you should look for. At Taylor Biddle, we offer dedicated styling sessions where our specially trained stylists can consider everything from your personal style to your face shape and complexion to find a perfect match that will suit YOU. Out of gallery OUR STYLING CONSULTATIONS Our expert dispensing team have undertaken additional training and certification in order to provide the best possible styling advice so you can look and feel your best. The consultation takes approximately 1 hour to ensure you have all the time you need to pick out the perfect pair. In that time, we will asses your individual facial features, hair and eye colour, personal style, prescription, work and lifestyle to determine the type of eyewear that will reflect you and meet your needs. We have a great variety of different styles, shapes and colours to choose from so you can be sure that there's something for you. During our consultation, we'll put together a selection of frames and/or sunglasses for you to try on and we will work together to find which are the best for you. Out of gallery THE PERFECT FIT When you have chosen your perfect frames, we will take extra care to ensure the best possible fit for optimal comfort and clear vision. We use state-of-the-art intuitive technology to ensure we can take precise measurements. Following the arrival of your eyewear, we will invite you to have them properly fitted and adjusted to maximise on comfort and leave you feeling as good as you look! We can even discuss how best to care for your glasses or sunglasses to make sure you get the most out of them. Quick links: EYEWEAR BRANDS EYE EXAMINATIONS WHAT OUR PATIENTS SAY.. "We would like to say a massive thank you to EVERYONE at Taylor Biddle. They make your experience of getting an eye test and then choosing new specs such fun. They know all their customers personally and this helps them to find the correct style of glasses to suit you. They will spend time with you talking through different points of which style suit you best. James had already pre chosen 4 pairs of specs for my husband prior to his test and he knows him so well, that the first pair he tried on were the ones he went away with!! We wouldn't go anywhere else." - D. Taylor - 08/2021 via Google

Contact us for the detailed eye exam. Book your appointment today and meet with our highly qualified and experienced doctors and staff CONTACT US Select your local practice below to see store details COMPTON 39 Bridgnorth Road, Compton, Wolverhampton, WV6 8AF ADDRESS GET IN TOUCH VIEW STORE DETAILS Tel: 01902 750325 WOMBOURNE 34, Windmill Bank, Wombourne, Wolverhampton, WV5 9JD ADDRESS GET IN TOUCH VIEW STORE DETAILS Tel: 01902 895909

Taylor Biddle Opticians are providing collection of eyewear brands for their customers, Please come to store to choose your pair of glasses or sunglasses OUR EYEWEAR BRANDS MORE TO CHOOSE FROM We regularly review our eyewear collection to make sure we can bring you the best of the latest styles. Why not visit us to see the latest arrivals? If you have something particular in mind for your new glasses or sunglasses, let us know! As an independent optical practice, we can source our eyewear from a wider range of your favourite brands. EYEWEAR STYLING Looking for a new style? Taylor Biddle Opticians can help! Our certified dispensers will work with you to find the perfect frames that reflect your personality and needs. We have a great selection of styles, shapes and colours to choose from, so you're sure to find something you love. EYEWEAR STYLING WE ARE PROUD TO OFFER EXCEPTIONAL CARE “Taylor Biddle Opticians look after three generations in our family with equal care and expertise. Tracey is always available for caring support and we have easy access to appointments. Staff are welcoming and friendly at both practices.” - S.D Claverley -

Our eye examination involves a thorough investigation of not only your vision but also the coordination and ocular health of your eyes. EYE EXAMINATIONS Our eye examination, involves a thorough investigation of not only your vision, but also the co-ordination and ocular health of your eyes. We welcome any questions during the process and will fully explain any findings to you. We offer both private and NHS eye tests for the whole family. Why not upgrade to our extended Eye examination to benefit from our state-of-the-art equipment? EXTENDED EYE EXAMINATION For most patients, we recommend upgrading your test to our extended eye examination, for which there is an additional fee. The fee reflects the high quality of our resources, the extensive cutting edge OCT & Optomap technology used by our optometrists as well ass the extra time required for the comprehensive procedures involved. We are committed to the NHS, however the scope of the NHS test does not automatically include these further investigations, it only provides for a basic eye test. Consequently we do advise patients to agree to extend the scope of the NHS Sight Test to the higher standards provided by our extended eye examination. Quick links: OCT & OPTOMAP CHILDRENS EYECARE WHAT OUR PATIENTS SAY.. "I had my first appointment at Taylor Biddle today and it was, by far , the best eye test I have had. All the staff were both professional and friendly and put me at ease on my first visit. As well as a regular eye test I had scans of my eyes done which reassured me that all was ok." - E. Somauroo - 02/2022 via Google