Do you need to see an ophthalmologist?

Since February 2023, there has been a new Royal Decree regulating the profession of optometrist. Although this decree is being challenged, it is currently in force. New Optics must therefore comply with it.

It is best to make an appointment with an ophthalmologist as soon as possible, as waiting times are increasing. You should also schedule a follow-up appointment within the timeframes listed below. Otherwise, if you lose your glasses or your prescription changes, you risk having to wait a long time before getting sorted out.

The following age limits and timeframes must be observed:

• Under 16 years of age: Only an ophthalmologist is permitted to perform eye examinations.
• Between 16 and 45 years of age: New Optics may measure your eyes provided that you were seen by an ophthalmologist no more than 10 years ago.
• Between 45 and 65 years of age: New Optics may measure your eyes provided that you were seen by an ophthalmologist no more than 3 years ago.
• Over 65 years of age: New Optics may measure your eyes provided that you were seen by an ophthalmologist no more than 2 years ago.

The timeframe may be adjusted by the ophthalmologist, depending on the pathology.

Do you have lenses with a ground-in prism? Then you must always have a prescription from an ophthalmologist confirming this.

An optometrist is permitted to re-examine your eyes once you have been seen by an ophthalmologist. This allows the prescription of your lenses to be optimized.

Thanks to this interdisciplinary collaboration, the ophthalmologists can guarantee that your eyes are healthy, and New Optics can guarantee that you will enjoy the best and most comfortable vision with your glasses.