Bringing value to Armagh

SPRING 2016

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McCrystal OpticiansRebrand

Vision Aid 2016 Charity Partner

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For over 25 years we have been in the heart of Armagh city centre bringing quality service and great value to our lovely customers. We have a fantastically loyal group of customers who enjoy our speedy turnaround times and exclusive offers, better still, year on year we continue to grow our customer base as more and more people come to us for our expertise, huge range of spectacles and our promise on delivering value for money.

Our practice on Scotch Street is where people like you can come to see a friendly face, get the best care for your eyehealth with the latest technology supported with years of experience in Optometry. We bring that personal, caring touch and value to Armagh City.

We hope that like us, you too love our new look and hope it makes you feel even more welcome when you come in for a visit. In this first edition of our bi- annual brochure you will find a range of special offers and vouchers, updates on our 2016 charity partner and some insight into some of the latest technology we are using to make sure you get the best eye care possible.

Don’t hesitate to get in touch if you would like to know moreinformation or take advantage of some of the great offers inside.

Hope to see you soon,

How do we look?At the beginning of 2016 we got a bit of a makeover. From our walls to ourwebsite, our signs to our uniforms, it took a lot of work but we are happy to beable to finally share our new look with the people of Armagh.

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FREE sight test for everyone ONLY at McCrystal Opticians

FREE contact lens trial

FREE eyecare for Kids

FREE Backup glasses

(The only opticians in Armagh City to provide FREE eye examinations for everyone)

(Receive your first month supply of Contact lenses FREE OF CHARGE)

(Accidents happen, so just in case we give children a spare pair of glasses free, from a selected range.)

(We provide a spare backup pair of glasses for FREE when the frame is £69 or over)

Special offers

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Looking forsome Answers?

Is it true that wearing my glasses all the time will make my eyes lazy and I will become dependent on them?

No. When people wear the correct lenses they realise they can see more clearly and comfortably. What they may have considered normal and acceptable before is now inferior in comparison.

Is an optician the same as an optometrist?

The term ‘optometrist’ came into use in 1987 to replace ‘ophthalmic optician’ in the same way as ‘pharmacist’ replaced ‘chemist’. An optician can be ophthalmic, dispensing or manufacturing. It is the optometrist who is qualified to test your eyes.

Are paper tissues suitable for cleaning my glasses?

If you have plastic lenses in your glasses then dry tissues will scratch them. It is best to use a damp tissue or use soapy water and a soft cloth. Lenses with anti--glare coatings should be cleaned with a special cloth and spray.

At what age does a child have their first eye examination?

Any age really. A child’s eyes finish developing by around the age of eight years old. Many health authorities screen children in their area at around three years of age, but if you are concerned or if members of your family have eye problems, then it’s best to have your child’s eyes tested early.

I am diabetic. Does that affect my eyes?

Yes. Diabetes can cause several problems with your sight. It is really important that your eyes are thoroughly checked every year, preferably with drops to dilate the pupil so that the retina (back of the eye) can be examined.

If there is a history of glaucoma in my family, am I likely to inherit it?

You are more at risk of developing glaucoma if a close relative has it. Glaucoma can be treated effectively if it is diagnosed in time so regular eyeexaminations are essential.

How long does a sight test take?

It depends on the patient. A young, healthy person with no eye problems should take around 20 minutes. Someone older, with diabetes, glaucoma, high blood pressure or other medical problems could take much longer. The optometrist will determine which clinical tests are required to provide the correct information for new glasses or contact lenses. If necessary they may refer the patient for a medical opinion.

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Throughout 2016 we will be hosting a number of charity fundraisers in store to raise awareness and more importantly money for Vision Aid Overseas. One of the activities that will be running throughout 2016 is our Vision Aid Overseas collection point. This allows people to drop off their old frames that they don’t use anymore and donate them to Vision Aid Overseas.

To demonstrate our level of commitment we will also be donating £1 for every pair of frames we receive in the charity collection.

Our goal for 2016 is to raise enough money to fully equip a new eye clinic in Africa.

Every £1000 risen is enough to equip a new clinic in Africa.

With the help from our fantastic customers and our ongoing efforts throughout the year we believe we can achieve this and more.

Our 2016 Charity PartnerThis year we have teamed up with Vision Aid Overseas as our 2016 charity partner.

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Need glasses in a hurry?We can turnaround glasses in 1 hour. With our in house lab we can prepare your glasses fast and efficiently, so there’s no need to panic!

We have also repaired thousands of pairs of glasses, spectacles and sunglasses with a fast turnaround time using state of the art equipment to ensure your repaired spectacles look as good as new. We offer our same- -day turnaround glasses repair service as a matter of course returning them the same day we receive them and they will be covered by our 1 year guarantee.

Going onholiday?Left it last minute to get your glasses sorted for holidays? Not a problem as we can offer our 1 hour turnaround on all our range of sunglasses in store.

We Guarantee Quality!We want you to be completely happy with your purchase at McCrystal Opticians. If you have any concerns within 1 ye ar of the date of purchase, we will put it right. No quibble, no fuss. All our glasses are provided with a 1 year warranty on any manufacturing defects.

1 YEARGUARANTEE

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Aidan is the driving force behind McCrystal Opticians Ltd. He opened the practice in 1990 and has built it up to the trusted and established practice that it is today. His aim is to provide the highest standard of eyecare for the local community with professionalism, dedication and years of experience.

Simon is our ‘go to man‘. He is our Dispensing Optician and has a huge knowledge and years of experience. There is nothing this man does not know about lenses and frames. He has great skill when it comes to fitting and adjusting frames to make sure they are the perfect fit for you and comfortable.

Ruairi’s methodical and detailed eye examinations have made him very popular amongst our patients. His caring nature and years of experience make people feel very safe in his hands. He is a great listener and takes an interest in every individual exam that he does. He is constantly attending courses to broaden his existing skills and learn about new treatments and equipment so that he can provide the best up to date eye care available.

SIMON RAFFERTY

RUAIRI O’NEILL

Meet the teamAIDAN MCCRYSTAL

Frances is always on hand to help clients choose the right spectacles and with her 20 years of experience in this role, she has a vast knowledge of frames and lenses. Always a friendly voice on the end of the phone and smiley face in the practice, she proves popular with clients old and new.

FRANCES POSNETT

Grainne loves giving frame advice and has an eye for style and detail. She has a great knowledge of lenses and is able to help her clients with frame, lenses, and contact lenses choice. Grainne also enjoys meeting the clients.

GRAINNE HUGHES

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20% OFF all frames and eyecare for over 60’s(you buy a pair of glasses from our £69 range or above, you’ll get 20% off frames)

2 Pairs of Glassesfor £99(Not only are our glasses all terrific value, but atMcCrystal Opticians you can get two pairs for one low price of £99)

25% OFF everything for allstudents and young people(Students and young people can get 25% off all our servicesincluding eyecare and glasses)

FREE Contact Lens Trial(Receive your first months supply of contact lenses FREE OF CHARGE)

BOOK YOUR FREE EYE TEST NOW

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42 Scotch Street, Armagh, Northern Ireland,Postcode: BT61 7BY

www.mccrystalopticians.co.ukmccrystalopticians@hotmail.com

Call us: (028) 3752 8242