Business Details
Trusted Independent Opticians in Helston
Matthews Opticians & Hearing Care has been serving the Helston community for over four decades as an independent optician. Established on Coinagehall Street, we provide comprehensive eyecare services for private and NHS patients of all ages, combining traditional expertise with cutting-edge technology. In 2022, we completed a full practice refurbishment to create a modern, welcoming environment while maintaining our commitment to personalized care. Our team of qualified professionals, including Director and Optometrist Adam Matthews, specialises in tailored eye examinations, advanced diagnostics like OCT scans, and eco-conscious eyewear solutions.We prioritise patient education about eye health and offer a curated selection of high-quality frames and lenses from global and local designers. Our child-friendly practice addresses developmental vision needs through dedicated children's eyecare services and myopia management technology. We also provide colourimetry assessments for visual stress and a competitively priced contact lens subscription service, maintaining our reputation as a trusted, award-winning eyecare provider.
Services
Eye Examinations
OCT Technology
Children's Eyecare
Colorimetry
Contact Lenses
Hearing Care
Eyewear
Lenses
Highlights and features
- We offer over 40 years of independent eyecare expertise in Helston
- Our practice features advanced OCT scanning technology for eye health
- We provide child-friendly eyecare services with dedicated specialists
- Our team includes award-winning optometrist Adam Matthews
- We maintain eco-friendly practices while offering global eyewear brands
Services
Eye Examinations
We provide comprehensive private and NHS eye examinations tailored to individual needs. Our assessments include standard vision tests and advanced diagnostics using OCT technology to evaluate eye health. Examinations cover vision assessment, eye health screening, and family history evaluation, with recommendations for corrective solutions and ongoing care.
OCT Technology
Our Ocular Coherence Tomography (OCT) technology enables detailed imaging of the eye's posterior structures. This non-invasive scan detects early-stage eye conditions like glaucoma and diabetic retinopathy, particularly recommended for patients over 60 or with family eye health histories. The scan complements standard eye examinations with enhanced diagnostic capabilities.
Children's Eyecare
Specialised eyecare services for children focus on developmental vision needs. We offer myopia management solutions, comprehensive eye exams, and child-friendly frame selection. Our team addresses learning-related vision issues and provides NHS-funded eye tests for children up to age 16, with dedicated support for educational visual requirements.
Colorimetry
We assess and treat visual stress symptoms through colourimetry analysis. Our specialists use coloured overlays and precision tinted lenses to alleviate reading difficulties caused by text distortions. The service includes diagnostic reading assessments to determine optimal colour combinations for reducing visual stress symptoms.
Contact Lenses
Our contact lens services include fitting, assessments, and supply of various lens types. We offer competitive subscription pricing for regular replacements and specialist lenses for myopia control. Our optometrists provide comprehensive fitting sessions to ensure comfort and suitability for different vision correction requirements.
People
Adam Matthews
Director and Optometrist
Adam Matthews, our Director and Optometrist, won the 2020 AOP Award for Newly Qualified Optometrist of the Year. He leads our team in delivering advanced eyecare solutions while maintaining a commitment to patient-centred service and professional excellence in optical practice.
Jodie
Optical Assistant
Jodie, our experienced optical assistant, provides expert frame selection guidance and patient support. She ensures customers receive appropriate eyewear solutions while maintaining our practice's standards of personalised care and professional service delivery.
Zeno
Optometrist
Zeno, our qualified optometrist, specialises in comprehensive eye health assessments and vision correction. He contributes to our team's expertise in delivering accurate diagnoses and tailored eyecare solutions for patients of all ages.
Kirsty
Optical Assistant
Kirsty, our dedicated optical assistant, supports patients with eyewear selection and aftercare services. She plays a key role in ensuring our customers receive consistent, high-quality service throughout their eyecare journey.
Loveday
Optical Assistant
Loveday, our skilled optical assistant, provides practical support for eyewear fittings and patient consultations. She contributes to our team's ability to deliver efficient, customer-focused service in our modern optical practice.
Questions
Are eye tests free for children?
Yes, NHS-funded eye tests are available for children up to age 16 (19 if in full-time education). We also offer free spectacle options through the NHS with upgrade possibilities.
What eyecare services do you provide?
We offer comprehensive services including eye examinations, OCT scans, children's eyecare, colourimetry assessments, contact lens fittings, hearing care, and premium eyewear solutions.
Do you offer myopia management?
Yes, we provide myopia control technology using specialist contact lenses and spectacle lenses proven to reduce progression rates in children and teenagers.
What eyewear brands do you stock?
We offer a curated selection of global eyewear brands alongside local designers, featuring both high-street fashion and individually handcrafted frames to suit all tastes and budgets.
Can you help with visual stress?
Yes, our colourimetry service uses precision tinted lenses and overlays to alleviate symptoms of visual stress, including text distortions and reading difficulties.
What are your opening hours?
We're open Monday-Friday 9:00-17:30, Saturday 9:00-13:30, and closed on Sundays. Emergency appointments can be arranged through our contact details.
