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Professional Eye Care & Quality Eyewear in Mold & Ruthin
Established in the 19th century as J Saum & Co, Smith Family Opticians has evolved into a trusted provider of comprehensive eye care. Our family-run practice combines generations of expertise with cutting-edge technology to deliver personalized services including eye examinations, contact lens fittings, and low vision assessments. With a team of accredited optometrists and over four decades of collective experience, we prioritize patient well-being through meticulous diagnostics and tailored solutions.Our Mold and Ruthin practices offer NHS and private services, digital retinal photography, and a wide range of quality eyewear. Committed to community health, we maintain rigorous safety standards and participate in national screening programs while ensuring continuity of care through long-standing professional relationships.
Services
Eye Examinations
Contact Lens Services
Low Vision Assessment
Spectacle Supply
Digital Retinal Photography
Repair Service
Children's Eye Care
Highlights and features
- We offer over 150 years of combined optometric experience
- Our team includes Wales Eye Care Service accredited professionals
- We provide advanced diagnostics including digital retinal photography
- Our family-run practice ensures personalized, continuous care
- We maintain NHS partnerships for accessible eye health services
Associations and certifications
- Wales Eye Care Service
Services
Eye Examinations
We conduct comprehensive eye examinations lasting up to 30 minutes, assessing both ocular and general health. Our tests include digital retinal photography and glaucoma screening, with NHS entitlement options available. Our accredited optometrists ensure accurate diagnoses and personalized care.
Contact Lens Services
We offer specialist contact lens fittings including disposable, toric, and gas permeable lenses. Our services cover complex prescriptions with brands like Acuvue and Dailies. Monthly payment plans ensure accessibility while maintaining professional aftercare standards.
Low Vision Assessment
Our Wales Eye Care Service accredited practitioners provide low vision assessments and magnifying aid supply. We offer optical and electronic solutions tailored to individual needs, enhancing visual capabilities for patients with permanent sight loss.
Digital Retinal Photography
Available at our Mold practice, this service captures detailed retinal images for early disease detection. The technology enables longitudinal tracking of eye health, identifying potential circulatory issues through non-invasive imaging techniques.
Spectacle Supply
We provide complete spectacle solutions from budget to designer ranges including Silhouette and Rayban. Our service includes NHS vouchers for children, lens fitting, and aftercare adjustments using premium brands like Zeiss and Essilor.
People
John Smith
Director
With over 45 years in optometry, John co-founded the current practice in 1975. He oversees clinical standards and maintains our commitment to traditional family values in patient care.
Kevin Smith
Director
Qualified in 1998, Kevin became director in 2009. He holds Wales Eye Care Service accreditation and specializes in advanced diagnostic techniques at our Mold practice.
Lorraine Roberts
Director
Joining in 2001, Lorraine became the first female director in 2009. She manages our Ruthin branch and ensures consistent delivery of high-standard eye care services.
Alison Thomas
Optometrist
A contact lens specialist since 2008, Alison holds FBDO (Hons) CL accreditation. She provides expert lens fittings and comprehensive eye health assessments at our Mold location.
Jane Rowlands
Optometrist
With 25 years' experience, Jane delivers expert eye examinations and diabetic retinopathy screening. Her Wales Eye Care Service accreditation ensures specialist-level care at our Ruthin practice.
Questions
What eye care services do you offer?
We provide comprehensive eye examinations, contact lens fittings, low vision assessments, digital retinal photography, and spectacle supply including designer frames.
Do you accept NHS patients?
Yes, we offer NHS eye examinations and provide free spectacles for eligible children. Our optometrists participate in the Wales Eye Care Service.
Are emergency appointments available?
We prioritize essential and emergency appointments following telephone triage. Contact us directly for urgent eye care needs.
What technologies do you use?
Our practices feature digital test charts, visual field analysers, and retinal imaging systems for accurate diagnostics and ongoing eye health monitoring.
How can I book an appointment?
Contact our Mold practice at 01352 753560 or Ruthin branch at 01824 704334 during operating hours to schedule consultations or routine check-ups.
