Mirage Opticians was established in 1992 by Dilesh Patel, BSc, MCOptom, offering a high standard of professional optical care to his many patients. His practice in Pitshanger Lane underwent a complete refit in 2008. The SPECTRALIS 4D HD Eye Health Check uses a patented eye-tracking system that allows the opticians to identify those at risk of eye disease more easily.
The tracking system allows the 3D scan to be placed in exactly the same place at each visit, giving a true 4D view of change over time. This helps to reveal eye disease which may not yet be noticeable by the patient or detectable with a traditional eye exam.
The tracking system allows the 3D scan to be placed in exactly the same place at each visit, giving a true 4D view of change over time. This helps to reveal eye disease which may not yet be noticeable by the patient or detectable with a traditional eye exam.
Services
Mirage offers continuity of care - from start to finish. When you visit the practice it is a qualified optometrist who conducts your eye test, dispenses and fits your glasses or contact lenses. Mirage holds most designers frames in stock and our experienced friendly staff will be happy to help choose frames to suit your budget.
At Mirage, we provide a thorough eye examination using the latest technology and equipment. An eye appointment is usually half hour. You may need to come back for further checks as suggested by the optometrist. Should you need glasses, we will discuss the type of lens - single vision, varifocal or computer to reading lens.
Technological advances mean that contact lenses choices are numerous and easy to wear depending on your needs. We supply and fit lenses from a range of companies. Modern contact lenses are very safe providing you follow the optometrist's advice on aftercare and have regular check ups to assess the health of the eyes.
Regular eye checks are recommended for all children from the age of four or earlier if parents feel there is a problem. If your child doesn't recognize the letters of the alphabet, we use different techniques to detect visual problems. We provide NHS sight tests for all children under the age of 16 and under 19 providing they are in full time education.
As we get older our eye sight changes, most people will need glasses or contact lenses. We are also more likely to develop eye conditions such as cataracts, glaucoma and age related macular degeneration. At Mirage Opticians, we recommend regular sight tests. It is crucial to check the health of the eyes as certain eye diseases can be detected such as glaucoma and cataracts.
Reviews (10)
Nazia Choudhury
Jul 18, 2021
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Very poor customer service. Practice manager extremely rude. I chose this opticians for myopia control for my two young daughters. I am a concerned mother and was stunned by the impolite nature of staff that lack empathy for their patients. Having now changed opticians, I wish I only had done so earlier.
Lizzie Noho
Jul 03, 2021
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My experience for an eye health checkup and contact lens checkup went above and beyond my expectations and previous experiences at other opticians over the 30 years I have been seeing opticians (in multiple locations and countries). It is quite clear Mr Patel has a real passion for what he does, and does his utmost to take the best possible care of his patients, and all with a very personable manner. He explained everything very clearly, and I felt I was in very capable and trustworthy hands. Thoroughly recommended!
Babar Wahid
May 24, 2021
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Lorraine Jones
Apr 06, 2021
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Vip Hammill
Nov 24, 2020
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Mary Stagg-Taylor
Oct 09, 2020
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Sandra Duncan
Sep 23, 2020
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I have been with this practice for the last 10 years and have always found it to be extremely pleasant and professional. Mr Patel has looked after my eyes in a courteous and very practical way advising me at every stage of my eye condition and outcomes. I am only leaving the practice now because I am moving out of area and can only hope that I find another optician with such empathy. I shall miss him and wish him continued good health. From Sandra Duncan
Patrick Martin
Oct 17, 2019
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Danni Jones
Oct 26, 2018
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Mark Batten
Jun 05, 2018
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Very impressed by the professional and friendly service at Mirage, where I had a thorough and unhurried eye test with scan today. The optician I saw was clearly very experienced. They also have invested in the latest technology. As a result, I feel more confident in the accuracy of my prescription than at the chains offering cheap / free but often (unreliably?) quick tests. Thank you.
