Services Available at 1001 Optical Penrith

Diabetic Retinopathy Screening

Diabetic Retinopathy is an eye condition that can cause vision loss and blindness in people who have diabetes.

If you have diabetes it is important to get a dialated eye exam at least once a year. Diabetic Retinopathy may not have symptoms at first - but finding it early can help take steps to prevent the severity of the condition.

Our team at Penrith are trained professionals who can help to conduct the thorough eye examination specifically for Diabetic Retinopathy.

Get in touch with our Penrith Team today at penrith@1001optical.com.au or call (02) 4761 0640.

Fitness To Drive Assessments

When applying for a drivers license you are legally required to declare any illness, diability or condition that may affect your performance while driving.

If you have concern regarding your eyesight when it comes to driving or you have been issued a medical assessment form for eye sight, our friendly team at 1001 Optical Penrith can provide the neccessary assessment and either sign off on the form, or implement the neccessary correction, whether that be prescription glasses, prescription sunglasses or contact lenses.

Glaucoma Screening

Our optometrists at 1001 Optical Penrith are trained professionals that have the capability to perform Glaucoma Screenings.

Glaucoma is a term that represents several types of eye disorders that causes damage to your Optic Nerve. If the optometrist suspects that you have Glaucoma, they may decide to run a number of tests including:

- Eye angle exam

- Corneal thickness measurement

- Dilated eye exam

- Eye pressure check

- Optic nerve imaging

- Visual field test

Macular Degeneration Assessment

The most common age-related poor eyesight is from Macular Degeneration. The macular is an area that sits at the back of the eye which helps us to identify and accept sharp images to then send to the brain.

To book a Macular Degeneration Assessment with our 1001 Optical Penrith team please call (02) 4761 0640. By catching the condition early, you can implement a care plan with your optometrist in order to enhance your quality of life and allow you to fully absorb the world around you.

Cataract Assessment

Cataracts can be diagnosed through a comprehensive eye examination in store at 1001 Optical Penrith.

A cataract is a clody area on the lens of your eye, which can cause some disturbance to your visual field.

For this appointment you can expect to run through your general health, visual health history as well as any other significant eye injuries or operations, with your optometrist.

Colour Vision Screening

Colour Blindness is a condition in which the ability to distinguish specific range of colors is average. A person suffering from color blindness has trouble seeing red, green, blue, or a combination.

Our team at Penrith will be happy to assist in completing a Colour Vision Screening in order to examine whether there is an issue in this area.

Red Eye Assessments

Red Eye is the general term used to describe red, irritated or bloodshot eyes. The redness occurs when tiny blood vessels under the eye's surface become large or inflamed.

If 'Red Eye' is accompanied by pain, light sensitivity, swelling or blurry vision, then it is paramount that you get your eye's checked by an optometrist.

If you are experiencing red eye, book an appointment in our Penrith store by calling (02) 4761 0640 or book online.

Dry Eye Consultation

Dry eye happens when your eyes do not produce enough tears to stay wet, or when your tears are not working properly. This causes dry, sore and uncomfortable eyes, in some cases it can also cause vision problems.

If left untreated this can cause problems with your eyes in the future. If you suspect there is an issue and you may be experiencing dry eye, then please contact our Penrith team and we can assist you with a consultation to find a solution.

Myopia Control

Myopia is a progressive eye disorder (known as long-sightedness or short-sightedness) where light focuses in front of, instead of on the Retina. This often causes blurry vision, eye strain and headaches.

Regular visits to the optometrist are neccessary to keep an eye on this condition. We recommend a yearly eye examination. To book an eye test at 1001 Optical Penrith call (02) 4761 0640 or book online.