Buchanan Optometrists

Could these goggles stop your irritable eyes? For sufferers of dry eyes or meibomian gland dysfunction these goggles which heat the eye lids and produce a humid environment can help to unblock your glands and stabilise the tear film by helping you to produce better quality tears. Solving sore, gritty and irritable eyes. Many of our clients swear by this ingenious invention, in stock at Buchanan Optometrists now. Book into our dry eye clinic to see if we could help you too.

Do you find driving at night difficult or tiring? You are not alone. 2/3 of drivers admit to suffering from glare or dazzle at night which causes stress, fatigue and risks accidents. There is an answer - Buchanan Optometrists EnRoute spectacle lens. This new lens reduces glare from oncoming headlights making driving safer and more comfortable. Find out more on our website https://www.optometrists.co.uk/…/Modern _Headlights_Blindin…/

In an RAC survey, 67% of drivers say they are "regularly dazzled" by oncoming headlights even though they are dipped.
The majority of those surveyed said it takes up to five seconds before they can see again. That means that if you were travelling at 60mph, you would cover 134 metres! 15% said they nearly suffered a collision.
What most people don't realise is that with Buchanan Optometrists' new spectacle lenses, nighttime glare can be almost eradicated therefore making dri...ving safer, less tiring and much more comfortable.
Here's what one of our clients said about her spectacles. 'Night driving has improved so much, at first I thought they had installed extra lights on the M25 as my vision was so clear.'
Read more about how our new Enroute driving lens can help you. https://www.optometrists.co.uk/…/Night_ Driving_Glare_-_Sol…/
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Beautiful low winter sunshine can cause havoc on the roads and is responsible for thousands of accidents every year. Make driving safer and more comfortable with Serengeti sunglasses. Cut trough the glare and reflections from wet roads, stop the dazzle of light coming through trees. Make sure you see everything clearly this winter. Available in dozens of styles for men and women, prescription and non prescription lenses including varifocals. In stock now.

🎄Merry Christmas from all of us at Buchanan Optometrists🎄🎄Merry Christmas from all of us at Buchanan Optometrists🎄

If the low winter sun today has got you squinting, try some of our popular over specs sunglasses. Shapes and sizes to fit all glasses, the lenses are polarised so perfect for driving. Treat a loved one this Christmas with something a little different. In stock now

Give something different this Christmas. Serengeti Sunglasses are perfect for driving in low winter sun and our popular sunglass overspecs can be popped over prescription glasses to give polarised comfort all year. Dozens of beautiful sunglasses in stock now. Pop in and start your Christmas shopping!

Get ready for the party season with this eye friendly makeup. Perfect for those who have allergies, dry or irritable eyes, wear contact lenses or just want to use less chemicals and parabens on their skin. Many of our clients who had given up wearing makeup due to irritation can finally wear it again with this brilliant range. Prices start at just £3.99. Also makes a lovely Christmas gift. In stock now.

New party dress, same old specs? Complete your look this Christmas and treat yourself to some new glasses. #bettervaluethanadress #specsstillfitafterXmaslunchNew party dress, same old specs? Complete your look this Christmas and treat yourself to some new glasses. #bettervaluethanadress #specsstillfitafterXmaslunch

C.W.Dixey, manufacturers of exquisite eyewear for Kings, Queens and Prime ministers since 1777. Winston Churchill designed his own frames. Available at Buchanan Optometrists. #Churchillbirthday #churchillglasses

*Smokers are 42 % more likely to get cataracts. They are also at increased risk of glaucoma. *Smokers are up to four times more likely than non-smokers to develop age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and smokers with a genetic predisposition to AMD are up to 20 times more likely to get the condition. Macular degeneration is the leading cause of sight loss in the UK. **The good news is that research shows that if you stop smoking today, in 20 years you will have no significantly greater risk of AMD or cataracts than a non-smoker.** #stoptober

If you need some inspiration to say #EyeQuit this #stoptober here are some facts about smoking and eye health -smokers are four times more likely to lose their sight than non-smokers -smoking increases your risk of cataract (by 3x), dry eye disease and macula degeneration. If you need help to quit visit https://www.nhs.uk/…/help-…/local-sup port-services-helplines

Beautiful day here in Snodland. Don't forget your sunglasses when driving at this time of year. The low sun and wet roads cause accidents. Serengeti sunglasses can make driving safer and more comfortable by cutting through the glare and enhancing the contrast of objects in the shadows. Read more here https://www.optometrists.co.uk/frames/Sun glasses/

Committed to always bringing you the latest styles and fashion - here are some spectacles we did NOT purchase on our recent buying trip!!
P.S. please remember to vote for us as Practice of the year at the AOP awards. You can vote here https://www.mi-vote.com/aopawards19/ just find Practice of the year and cast your vote. Thank you.

We are closed today, Saturday 6th, as we are having new flooring fitted. Open as usual on Tuesday. Sorry for any inconvenience.We are closed today, Saturday 6th, as we are having new flooring fitted. Open as usual on Tuesday. Sorry for any inconvenience.

Stingray glasses anyone? Yes believe it or not these spectacles (the fronts) are made of Stingray skin to give each pair a unique gorgeous mottled texture. Don't worry the skin is a byproduct from the food industry (apparently some countries love the fish!) Find these and other unusual brands at Buchanan Optometrists.

It's time to celebrate again as Buchanan Optometrists have been listed as one of the top three practices in the U.K. by the judging panel at the Association of Optometrists. The final placings are voted for by the public so please help us by voting using the link below. Just find 'Practice of the year' and you'll see us listed (you don't need to vote for all the other categories unless you want too!). As a small independent practice winning awards is not just a lovely accolade but also helps promote the importance of the advanced eye care we offer. Voting takes less than 30 seconds so please share this so your friends and family can help us too. Many thanks

How do we make sure your glasses are the best you can buy? Being independent means we can choose any designers and manufacturers. Every year we travel to several exhibits to see the very latest in optics and choose new suppliers to help keep your selection of glasses fresh and current. This weekend we went to Paris and trawled through 1,350 manufacturers (that's close to half a million different spectacle frames-ok so we didn't see every pair!) to bring you the best international styles. Look out for some exciting new brands coming soon!

Did you know your weight can damage your eye health. A Body Mass Index (BMI) of 30+ has been linked to the four most common causes of sight loss: macular disease, glaucoma, cataract and diabetic retinopathy. Find out more about how your lifestyle can impact on glaucoma here https://www.optometrists.co.uk/…/…/Wo rld_Glaucoma_Week_2018/

what a team ! expert advice, friendly faces and top-notch products, first-class service.....and great tea ! thanks everyone !

Thank you for the fantastic service we received. I was very impressed with how thorough you were when you spotted something wrong with my sons eyes. The way you handled things kept my sons calm despite his Autism and anxiety. It was really good that we could have all the additional screening and not to be referred on as you have all the latest equipment to hand. Thank you to all the staff you were fantastic x

Such a professional service, staff were fantastic with dealing with my severely autistic son & his glasses were made on the spot.

I would like to thank everyone at Buchanan's for all the help. I first went for "dry eye" treatment and then referred to the hospital for laser after having a cataract done 2 years before and now with new glasses, I can see !! I would like to thank you all, particularly Heather, Sean and Gill for your care and help .

I saw an advert by Buchanan Optometrists for a Dry Eye Clinic in the local paper and as I had been diagnosed with Sjogrens Syndrome some years ago I thought I'd make an appointment as my eyes had been sore, dry and infected.



I had previously visited Moorfield Eye hospital so didn't think there would be much that could be done, but how wrong I was. Alistair was very professional and explained in layman's terms the problem with my eyes and took me through all the things I could do to help my symptoms.



Needless to say my eye regime has been changed with day drops and night gel and a cleanser and after only a few days my eyes feel so much more comfortable and have almost completely stopped watering! Thank you.



Thank you Buchanan's I will be back for my check up in six weeks.

I have been with Buchanans since the beginning. I have a lot to thank Alistair for, due to the amazing high tech optical equipment, he made an early diagnosis of glaucoma which saved my sight. Three generations of my family go to Buchanans. The team are professional, extremely friendly and always accommodating.

I have been with Buchanans for many years, ever since Alistair established the business in Snodland. I wouldn't entertain going anywhere else. The professionalism of all the staff, and quality of treatment has always been first rate. And, their ongoing care, expertise, plus cutting-edge screening equipment picked up glaucoma early enough to effectively save my eyesight. You can't put a price on that. And the coffee is pretty good too !

I have been with Buchanan optometrists for many years. the service is excellent with thorough eye examination and very professional, knowledgeable & welcoming staff. Highly recommend

I have been going to Buchanan Optometrists for the last couple of years, initially to get help with dry eyes (now much improved), also for a sight test and most recently, to collect my new prescription sunglasses which I am delighted with. The dispensing optician was so patient and helpful during the process and really helped me find the right solution to suit my high prescription.



Many thanks to all the staff at Buchanans - you provide a really great service!

Having suffered from running eyes for some time and getting more and more fed up with rubbing mascara/makeup off all the time, plus constantly 'crying' when outside dealing with my horses, I finally went to Buchanans for help. What a super, professional company they are. The care and attention I have so far received, is beyond good. The treatment is beginning to work and I would not helitate to recommend the company to anyone. And when my next eye test is due, guess where I am going??? Snd the music is really good too!



S.P

Having suffered from irritated eyes for many years and a constant struggle to find contact lenses and glasses suitable to my needs, I decided to put my faith in an independent optometrist. I am so glad I found Buchanan's.



On arrival at Buchanan's, I was amazed at the professionalism and attitude of the staff all of whom I found to be friendly and courteous.



I was provided with an initial consultation to discuss my symptoms and provided with an in-depth explanation of possible causes and treatments available. Not only was information clear, but they passed it in a way in which I understood and did not feel pressured into committing to treatments.



Some months on now from my initial visit and having been provided with a treatment plan which has been regularly monitored along the way I am happy to say my irritated and dry eyes have significantly improved. Not only has this had an enormous impact on my wellbeing it has also alleviated the need to use my glasses.



I highly recommend Buchanan Optometrists, a knowledgeable, professional and personable family business where in my opinion the individual matters.

Fantastic service! Always go to see Kathryn, she explains everything so well.

Excellent service and really knowledgeable staff. My glasses are brilliant!

Excellent customer service and the most thorough eye examination I've ever had! Very high tech testing equipment!

Amazing opticians . So helpful and professional . Highly recommend .

After a couple of trips to Maidstone eye hospital that didn't satisfy I came here. They did a series of scans that picked up activity that would have otherwise gone untreated. Their equipment and service is first rate, wouldn't hesitate to recommend them.

A client since 2004, I have always been more than happy with the exceptional personal care that I've received from Alisdair and his team. High standards, cutting-edge technology, meticulous attention to detail and great aftercare are the norm. The ambiance is relaxed, the team always very friendly, helpful and patient. I always recommend Buchanan Optometrists to friends, family, and colleagues, and they too have been extremely happy with the great service provided. Can't recommend highly enough.

what a team ! expert advice, friendly faces and top-notch products, first-class service.....and great tea ! thanks everyone !

Thank you for the fantastic service we received. I was very impressed with how thorough you were when you spotted something wrong with my sons eyes. The way you handled things kept my sons calm despite his Autism and anxiety. It was really good that we could have all the additional screening and not to be referred on as you have all the latest equipment to hand. Thank you to all the staff you were fantastic x

Such a professional service, staff were fantastic with dealing with my severely autistic son & his glasses were made on the spot.

I would like to thank everyone at Buchanan's for all the help. I first went for "dry eye" treatment and then referred to the hospital for laser after having a cataract done 2 years before and now with new glasses, I can see !! I would like to thank you all, particularly Heather, Sean and Gill for your care and help .

I saw an advert by Buchanan Optometrists for a Dry Eye Clinic in the local paper and as I had been diagnosed with Sjogrens Syndrome some years ago I thought I'd make an appointment as my eyes had been sore, dry and infected.



I had previously visited Moorfield Eye hospital so didn't think there would be much that could be done, but how wrong I was. Alistair was very professional and explained in layman's terms the problem with my eyes and took me through all the things I could do to help my symptoms.



Needless to say my eye regime has been changed with day drops and night gel and a cleanser and after only a few days my eyes feel so much more comfortable and have almost completely stopped watering! Thank you.



Thank you Buchanan's I will be back for my check up in six weeks.

I have been with Buchanans since the beginning. I have a lot to thank Alistair for, due to the amazing high tech optical equipment, he made an early diagnosis of glaucoma which saved my sight. Three generations of my family go to Buchanans. The team are professional, extremely friendly and always accommodating.

I have been with Buchanans for many years, ever since Alistair established the business in Snodland. I wouldn't entertain going anywhere else. The professionalism of all the staff, and quality of treatment has always been first rate. And, their ongoing care, expertise, plus cutting-edge screening equipment picked up glaucoma early enough to effectively save my eyesight. You can't put a price on that. And the coffee is pretty good too !

I have been with Buchanan optometrists for many years. the service is excellent with thorough eye examination and very professional, knowledgeable & welcoming staff. Highly recommend

I have been going to Buchanan Optometrists for the last couple of years, initially to get help with dry eyes (now much improved), also for a sight test and most recently, to collect my new prescription sunglasses which I am delighted with. The dispensing optician was so patient and helpful during the process and really helped me find the right solution to suit my high prescription.



Many thanks to all the staff at Buchanans - you provide a really great service!

Having suffered from running eyes for some time and getting more and more fed up with rubbing mascara/makeup off all the time, plus constantly 'crying' when outside dealing with my horses, I finally went to Buchanans for help. What a super, professional company they are. The care and attention I have so far received, is beyond good. The treatment is beginning to work and I would not helitate to recommend the company to anyone. And when my next eye test is due, guess where I am going??? Snd the music is really good too!



S.P

Having suffered from irritated eyes for many years and a constant struggle to find contact lenses and glasses suitable to my needs, I decided to put my faith in an independent optometrist. I am so glad I found Buchanan's.



On arrival at Buchanan's, I was amazed at the professionalism and attitude of the staff all of whom I found to be friendly and courteous.



I was provided with an initial consultation to discuss my symptoms and provided with an in-depth explanation of possible causes and treatments available. Not only was information clear, but they passed it in a way in which I understood and did not feel pressured into committing to treatments.



Some months on now from my initial visit and having been provided with a treatment plan which has been regularly monitored along the way I am happy to say my irritated and dry eyes have significantly improved. Not only has this had an enormous impact on my wellbeing it has also alleviated the need to use my glasses.



I highly recommend Buchanan Optometrists, a knowledgeable, professional and personable family business where in my opinion the individual matters.

Fantastic service! Always go to see Kathryn, she explains everything so well.

Excellent service and really knowledgeable staff. My glasses are brilliant!

Excellent customer service and the most thorough eye examination I've ever had! Very high tech testing equipment!

Amazing opticians . So helpful and professional . Highly recommend .

After a couple of trips to Maidstone eye hospital that didn't satisfy I came here. They did a series of scans that picked up activity that would have otherwise gone untreated. Their equipment and service is first rate, wouldn't hesitate to recommend them.

A client since 2004, I have always been more than happy with the exceptional personal care that I've received from Alisdair and his team. High standards, cutting-edge technology, meticulous attention to detail and great aftercare are the norm. The ambiance is relaxed, the team always very friendly, helpful and patient. I always recommend Buchanan Optometrists to friends, family, and colleagues, and they too have been extremely happy with the great service provided. Can't recommend highly enough.

what a team ! expert advice, friendly faces and top-notch products, first-class service.....and great tea ! thanks everyone !

Thank you for the fantastic service we received. I was very impressed with how thorough you were when you spotted something wrong with my sons eyes. The way you handled things kept my sons calm despite his Autism and anxiety. It was really good that we could have all the additional screening and not to be referred on as you have all the latest equipment to hand. Thank you to all the staff you were fantastic x

Such a professional service, staff were fantastic with dealing with my severely autistic son & his glasses were made on the spot.

I would like to thank everyone at Buchanan's for all the help. I first went for "dry eye" treatment and then referred to the hospital for laser after having a cataract done 2 years before and now with new glasses, I can see !! I would like to thank you all, particularly Heather, Sean and Gill for your care and help .

I saw an advert by Buchanan Optometrists for a Dry Eye Clinic in the local paper and as I had been diagnosed with Sjogrens Syndrome some years ago I thought I'd make an appointment as my eyes had been sore, dry and infected.



I had previously visited Moorfield Eye hospital so didn't think there would be much that could be done, but how wrong I was. Alistair was very professional and explained in layman's terms the problem with my eyes and took me through all the things I could do to help my symptoms.



Needless to say my eye regime has been changed with day drops and night gel and a cleanser and after only a few days my eyes feel so much more comfortable and have almost completely stopped watering! Thank you.



Thank you Buchanan's I will be back for my check up in six weeks.

I have been with Buchanans since the beginning. I have a lot to thank Alistair for, due to the amazing high tech optical equipment, he made an early diagnosis of glaucoma which saved my sight. Three generations of my family go to Buchanans. The team are professional, extremely friendly and always accommodating.

I have been with Buchanans for many years, ever since Alistair established the business in Snodland. I wouldn't entertain going anywhere else. The professionalism of all the staff, and quality of treatment has always been first rate. And, their ongoing care, expertise, plus cutting-edge screening equipment picked up glaucoma early enough to effectively save my eyesight. You can't put a price on that. And the coffee is pretty good too !

I have been with Buchanan optometrists for many years. the service is excellent with thorough eye examination and very professional, knowledgeable & welcoming staff. Highly recommend

I have been going to Buchanan Optometrists for the last couple of years, initially to get help with dry eyes (now much improved), also for a sight test and most recently, to collect my new prescription sunglasses which I am delighted with. The dispensing optician was so patient and helpful during the process and really helped me find the right solution to suit my high prescription.



Many thanks to all the staff at Buchanans - you provide a really great service!

Having suffered from running eyes for some time and getting more and more fed up with rubbing mascara/makeup off all the time, plus constantly 'crying' when outside dealing with my horses, I finally went to Buchanans for help. What a super, professional company they are. The care and attention I have so far received, is beyond good. The treatment is beginning to work and I would not helitate to recommend the company to anyone. And when my next eye test is due, guess where I am going??? Snd the music is really good too!



S.P

Having suffered from irritated eyes for many years and a constant struggle to find contact lenses and glasses suitable to my needs, I decided to put my faith in an independent optometrist. I am so glad I found Buchanan's.



On arrival at Buchanan's, I was amazed at the professionalism and attitude of the staff all of whom I found to be friendly and courteous.



I was provided with an initial consultation to discuss my symptoms and provided with an in-depth explanation of possible causes and treatments available. Not only was information clear, but they passed it in a way in which I understood and did not feel pressured into committing to treatments.



Some months on now from my initial visit and having been provided with a treatment plan which has been regularly monitored along the way I am happy to say my irritated and dry eyes have significantly improved. Not only has this had an enormous impact on my wellbeing it has also alleviated the need to use my glasses.



I highly recommend Buchanan Optometrists, a knowledgeable, professional and personable family business where in my opinion the individual matters.

Fantastic service! Always go to see Kathryn, she explains everything so well.

Excellent service and really knowledgeable staff. My glasses are brilliant!

Excellent customer service and the most thorough eye examination I've ever had! Very high tech testing equipment!

Amazing opticians . So helpful and professional . Highly recommend .

After a couple of trips to Maidstone eye hospital that didn't satisfy I came here. They did a series of scans that picked up activity that would have otherwise gone untreated. Their equipment and service is first rate, wouldn't hesitate to recommend them.

A client since 2004, I have always been more than happy with the exceptional personal care that I've received from Alisdair and his team. High standards, cutting-edge technology, meticulous attention to detail and great aftercare are the norm. The ambiance is relaxed, the team always very friendly, helpful and patient. I always recommend Buchanan Optometrists to friends, family, and colleagues, and they too have been extremely happy with the great service provided. Can't recommend highly enough.