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.
So, you’ve successfully escaped the big city and made the move down to Cornwall. Congratulations – an exciting new adventure awaits! Finding a reliable optician in a busy hub like Falmouth or Penzance is a crucial step in settling down in a new place. Luckily, Cornwall is well-equipped to serve your optical needs. Finding the…
When the summer rolls around, the question of whether you should splash out on a nice pair of sunglasses or purchase some contact lenses often arises. Below, we have listed both pros and cons so you can make an informed decision. We advise that you pick the option that suits your lifestyle best! Pros…
With summer on the horizon and beach days on their way, we’d like to share some advice on how to keep your eyes healthy this year. We all know that wearing SPF and keeping our skin from getting burnt is vital, but our eyes can get damaged too! Continue reading for some expert advice on…
As opticians, we understand the importance of carrying out thorough and detailed eye examinations. After all, protecting vision and eye health is paramount. This relies heavily on using the latest technology including optical coherence tomography scans, which works in a similar way to ultrasound. These are 3D eye scans that use light to pick up…
Myopia, also known as short sightedness, is a vision problem that an increasing number of people face. Luckily, Reynolds Opticians can help to control things. Thanks to orthokeratology and EyeDream, the impact of myopia can be controlled in a simple and straightforward way. If you would like to know more about orthokeratology and myopia control,…
Glaucoma is a common eye issue that can affect people of all ages but most notably adults in their 70’s & 80’s. If left untreated, glaucoma has the potential to lead to loss of vision, therefore making it important that the condition is diagnosed in its early stages. At Reyonlds & Slater, we specialise in…
When using contact lenses, following the correct steps helps to avoid irritation and keep your eyes healthy. Applying and maintaining contact lenses can be tricky, particularly when you are first getting used to using them. Whether you’re new to contact lenses or experienced and looking for some tips, we’ve put together a useful guide of…
We are OPEN for all NHS and Private eyecare. In accordance with NHS and College of Optometrist guidance. All NHS and private eyecare and associated services are continuing throughout this lockdown. We are operating by appointment only with a locked door policy, whereby appointments can be made online or by contacting us – please refrain…
The food that we consume has a direct correlation to how we feel and our overall health. We are encouraged to maintain a nutritious and balanced diet that benefits both our physical and mental well-being. Similarly to a positive diet keeping us in good shape, it also has the potential to reduce the risk of…
Dry eye syndrome, otherwise known as dry eye disease, is a common condition that occurs amongst many people. It doesn’t tend to be a serious eye issue and there are effective treatments available. In this article we provide insight into what dry is, the symptoms to look out for and how it can be treated.…