The Eye Tailor

05/09/2025

September vibes!
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Call in or phone us on 0141 775 0888 to make an appointment.

11/08/2025

The sun's coming out again this week!

Pop in and see our collection or call us on 0141 775 0888 to make an appointment.
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06/08/2025

A selection of our children's frames

Key things to know about your children's eyecare;

- Spotting vision problems early in children
is important.
- Regular sight tests are the best way to
spot vision problems.
- Sight tests for children are funded by the
NHS, and if glasses are needed, an NHS
will be issued towards the cost of
glasses.
- Some eye conditions do not display any
signs or symptoms.
- Children should have their eyes tested
by an Optometrist at least once a year.

Call us on 0141 775 0888 to make an appointment.

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11/07/2025

**Summer Holiday**

We are taking a summer break and will be closed Saturday 19th July until Monday 28th July.

We look forward to seeing you again having re-charged our batteries.

Thank you to all our patients, suppliers and the local community for continuing to support our business.

If you have an eye emergency please contact NHS 24 for advice.

See you after our holidays 😎☀️

11/07/2025

We have appointments available for NHS funded eye examinations. Call 0141 775 0888 to book or visit us at 67 Merkland Drive, Kirkintilloch 👀

Healthy Vision Month 👀🗓️

Good vision starts with prevention and your community optometry practice team can help.

Eye examinations can help detect issues like glaucoma, macular degeneration, and even diabetes – often before you notice symptoms. In Scotland, we are fortunate to have access to NHS funded eye examinations, with no cost to the patient.

NHS-funded eye examinations are available across Scotland.
📍 Find your local optometrist and book yours.

10/07/2025

Stunning new frames available at the Eye Tailor. The award winning morning roll is available

Call in or phone us on 0141 775 0888 to make an appointment.
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08/07/2025

Thanks to Catherine for these lovely flowers. They're blooming lovely!

We have appointments available this week. Call in or phone us on 0141 775 0888
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05/07/2025

Our Definitely Maybe Collection!

Introducing Champagne Supernova 🍾

We have appointments available next week. Call in or phone us on 0141 775 0888
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20/06/2025

It's Cataract Awareness Month 📢

👁️ Fun Facts About Cataracts

Cataracts are the world’s leading cause of blindness – but they’re also highly treatable with surgery that takes as little as 10–15 minutes.

Everyone will develop cataracts if they live long enough – it’s a natural part of ageing, like greying hair or wrinkles.

Cataract comes from the Latin word for ‘waterfall’ – early doctors thought the cloudiness looked like rushing water in the eye.

Some people say colours look brighter after cataract surgery – because the yellowish tint caused by the cataract is gone.

Cataracts don’t grow ‘on’ the eye – they develop inside the lens, gradually making vision cloudy or blurry over time.

Cataracts can develop faster with too much UV exposure – wearing sunglasses is good for your long-term eye health!

Dogs, cats, and even horses can get cataracts too – it’s not just humans!

If you are overdue for your NHS funded eye examination, book in for a full eye health check.

24/05/2025

We will be closed on Monday for the public holiday.
Have a great weekend.
We have appointments available next week.
Call in or phone us on 0141 775 0888
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21/05/2025

Another new addition to our sunspec collection 👓
We have appointments available this week, call in or phone us on 0141 775 0888
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07/05/2025

🌟 Healthy Vision Month – See Well, Live Well! 🌟
May is Healthy Vision Month, a time to raise awareness about the importance of eye health and encourage healthy habits that protect your vision.

👓 Top Tips for Healthy Vision:

Get Regular Eye Exams – Early detection of eye conditions can prevent serious problems later.

Eat for Your Eyes – Incorporate foods rich in vitamins A, C, and E, as well as omega-3 fatty acids (think leafy greens, nuts, and fish).

Protect Your Eyes from UV Rays – Wear sunglasses with 100% UV protection to shield your eyes from harmful rays.

Give Your Eyes a Break – Follow the 20-20-20 rule: every 20 minutes, take a 20-second break, and look at something 20 feet away.

💬 Share your eye health tips with us in the comments below or book an eye exam today to ensure your eyes stay healthy for years to come!