Why choose Richard C Arnold?
This page aims to list just some of the reasons why Richard C Arnold can provide you with the eye care that you need. If you are not familiar with some of the terms used on this or any other page, please click on the unfamiliar term to obtain a description.
We are proud to be independent
This means that we are not tied into any manufacturer or supplier which in turn means that we can offer you the widest range of products and services to ensure that you get the eye care solution which most meets your lifestyle and your needs.
Our Optometrists are all trained and experienced
We make sure that our Optometrists are both highly trained and also highly equipped with the latest technology. During eye examinations, we not only measure your prescription as accurately as possible, but we also take the time necessary to ensure that we've checked for a multitude of other possible health problems.
All of our Dispensing Opticians are qualified and G.O.C. registered
It is not illegal to dispense optics to the general public without being G.O.C. registered, but it is illegal for anyone to dispense spectacles to children, low vision, or partially sighted unless qualified and registered. At Richard C Arnold we are proud that all of our Dispensing Opticians are G.O.C. registered. This ensures that you will get the best advice and the best products to suit your needs.
Technology
We are always investing in new technology in order to improve our service. Such as Optomap which allows us to take digital images of the retina. There are only about 150 such systems in the UK which allow almost the entire retina (and 5 times more than conventional digital imagery techniques) to be imaged in one go without the need for dilation, or any other invasive technique. This technology makes checking the health of the eye much easier and also provides a permanent record of your eye's current condition allowing the optometrist to check for any degradation or change between visits.
EyeplanTM
Richard C Arnold is proud to be the eyeplanTM representative for Petersfield. This scheme allows you to pay for your eye care in monthly installments, and in return you have free eye examinations and obtain large reductions in the cost of spectacles, contact lenses and associated accessories. Depending upon your eye care needs, this scheme may provide you with the double benefit of improved service and reduced costs.
Laser treatment
We are able to advise on the suitability of laser treatment for you and can provide all the after care required once the treatment is complete.
Ortho K
If you would like to have perfect eyesight during the day without glasses or contact lenses, then perhaps Ortho K is for you. This simple treatment involves wearing contact lenses at night whilst you sleep. When you awake, you can then remove the lenses and you have perfect eyesight through out the day. It works because the contact lenses gently change the shape of your eye and correct your vision. Richard C Arnold are one of the few Optometrists to be able to provide this exciting treatment.
Spectacles, Sunglasses and Contact Lenses
All the latest designer and bespoke frames and some great budget frames. A wide range of lense technology allows us to provide you with best vision correction solution for you. We also can offer "Nexyma" lenses which are designed for variable reading/intermediate distance work which are perfect for computer use and for other vocations such as mechanics, plumbers, dentists and for close-work hobbies.
We have our own in-house glazing laboratory
Having our very own laboratory staffed by experienced technicians allows us to have great control on quality and allows us when necessary to achieve a fast turn around for our customers. Simply put, this increases both our customer service capability and our product quality control.
Free examinations
We provide free eye examinations for children (under 16 or 19 if in full-time education) and if aged over 60. Also other NHS entitlements are included.
Is that all?
Apart from experienced, friendly and enthusiastic staff using leading edge technology, all we can offer is exceptional service and peace of mind from a business that has been serving Hampshire and West Sussex for over a century. We hope you will contact us or visit us soon.