Eye exams are usually 45 minutes to 1 hour long. During this time, Nikku will take your history and discuss any specific concerns that you'd like addressed. Then, general measurements of your vision and eye movement are taken, followed by a check of your prescription and eye health. If any additional imaging is required, Nikku will explain his recommendations, and you will be re-booked for a later appointment at your convenience. Throughout the appointment, Nikku will take the time to talk everything through and address any of your questions or concerns. We recommend that you bring along any old glasses you routinely wear, to help assess your baseline vision.

Our comprehensive eye examination costs $95However, there are different charges for additional testing, a short consult or follow-up appointment, depending on the nature of your eye care issue. The Glen Eden Optometrist team will happily discuss these further with you.

Depending on your eligibility (which we are more than happy to discuss), subsidies can be accessed through the Accident Compensation Corporation, Work and Income NZ, the Community Services Card or the Contact Lens Subsidy from the Ministry of Health. We also have Afterpay available.

We recommend a comprehensive eye exam every 2 years. Even if your vision feels fine, routine eye exams can detect other health-related issues and, dare we say it, get your vision to better-than-fine. However if you notice any changes to your vision, we suggest you come see us sooner.

So you've had your eye exam, and now you're worried that your optometrist will make you wear glasses.There are a lot of things that shape Nikku's recommendation on whether you need glasses (or not). Mainly, he's thinking about your symptoms and whether glasses would help alleviate those (or not).This is a discussion, not a dictatorship, so feel comfortable in the knowledge that Nikku will take all your concerns into account.

Yes, there is plenty of free parking available on Glenmall Place, albeit with time limits. We are also walking distance from the Glen Eden Train Station, so are conveniently accessible by train or bus.