Independent Optometrists in Edinburgh

Crystal Optometry is contracted to provide ophthalmic services for NHS Lothian. Everyone in Scotland is eligible for NHS eye care and "primary" examinations are allowed every

- 24 months for those aged between 16 and 60

- 12 months for children.

If a patient has unexpected symptoms they can still be seen and a less extensive "secondary" examination is allowed.

In pursuing clinical excellence Crystal Optometry has invested in medical equipment and procedures which exceed NHS requirements to provide excellent clinical care. All adults are offered OCT scans and anterior segment photography for which there is a fee of £35.00 but the additional fee is not conditional on the provision of NHS services.

Contact Lens examinations, Visual Stress assessments and "Second Opinions" are charged at £80 as they are not NHS subsidised. 

Visual Stress follow-ups are £35.

Patients who wish more frequent full examinations have the option to join EyePlan - a monthly subscription service that allows unrestrictive care and favourable reductions in all costs for £13.90 / month.

Please ensure you have enough time for your appointment :

 for short contact lens check-ups and follow ups

for full eye exams and detailed assessments

Appointment Checklist

• Please bring along your current spectacles and prescription sunglasses, if you use them.
• If you are taking prescription medicines it is important to bring along details.
• Contact lens wearers should wear their lenses to the appointment and bring also their spectacles.
• For the over 60's our optometrists use dilating drops. If you need to drive, make sure you have your driving glasses (if you wear them) and consider using sunglasses to make you more comfortable.