Marcus Slater is an Optometrist, Dispensing Optician and the part-owner of Reynolds & Slayer Opticians alongside his wife, Sophie. He is one of a handful of Optometrists in Cornwall to hold the College of Optometrists Diploma in Independent Prescribing, alongside a host of other qualifications that position him as one of the county's leading ocular experts.
As trusted partners in your overall well-being, Reynolds Opticians is dedicated to not only preserving your vision but also ensuring your auditory health is well taken care of. Hearing loss is a common condition that can often go unnoticed in its early stages. Just as regular eye check-ups are essential, monitoring your hearing health is…
The independence and freedom that driving affords can be exhilarating, and it can be scary to think that may be taken away from you due to your vision. Some people may avoid attending eye tests if they believe their eyesight is deteriorating as they don’t know what the consequences may be, but can the optician…
With Summer well underway the last thing we want to think about is making appointments for our children when they could be out enjoying the sun and the sea. But summer is the ideal time to book your child an eye test, keeping their eyes healthy ahead of the next school year. There are…
With summer upon us, it’s time to start thinking about your summer wardrobe and how to protect your eyes from the sun’s rays. Long-term exposure to the sun’s UV rays can cause damage to your eyes, from cataracts and muscular degeneration to skin cancer in the surrounding area. Protecting your eyes is important, but…
Taking care of your eye health is important, keeping your eyes as healthy as possible for better eyesight and preventing any additional eye-related issues in the future. No matter your age you should be taking care of your eyes just like you would the rest of your body. At Reynolds, we have found our…
Hay fever is an allergic reaction that affects nearly 18 million people in the UK every year. Commonly an issue during spring through to autumn, hay fever can cause its sufferers to not enjoy the months most commonly spent outside. Triggered by the presence of pollen in the air, a large number of people are…
An increasing number of children are choosing to wear contact lenses over glasses for everyday wear. It is not uncommon for children to want the option of wearing contact lenses once they reach secondary school, with most patients opting to book fittings between the ages of 11 and 15. This is not to say…
Driving is a great way to experience a level of freedom and independence, allowing an individual to transport themselves from A to B safely. Driving regulations and eyesight is something that all drivers need to consider regardless of how good they think their eyesight is, driving with vision below the accepted standard has been…
Taking care of your vision is one of the most important things you can do, especially in the modern world where you spend a lot of your time staring at screens. An eye care plan is a great way to save money whilst also having peace of mind that you have access to the highest…
Getting your eyes regularly tested is one of the most important routine health checks you should be getting. Similar to visiting the dentist, getting your eyes tested regularly can vastly improve your quality of life. Even if you don’t think there is anything wrong with your vision, it is still important to book regular visits…