Tina Patel
Contact Lens Optician
Tina Patel is a qualified Contact Lens Optician at Feel Good Contacts. She achieved a BSc (Hons) in Optical Management in 2002 from Anglia Ruskin University, Cambridge and qualified as a Dispensing Optician. In 2007, Tina went on to qualify as a Contact Lens Optician. With over 25 years of experience in the optical industry, she has worked for a leading high street optician where she would fit and prescribe suitable contact lenses, and contact lens solutions to customers. Tina also currently teaches at City, University of London.
Hydrogel vs silicone hydrogel contact lenses: a guide on the benefits & disadvantages
Soft contact lenses are made of soft water-based plastic material. The composition of these plastics may vary, thus, creating a slightly different sensation and level of comfort depending on the wearer. Both hydrogel and silicone hydrogel lenses are soft lenses.
7 of the best vitamins for healthy eyes
Do you know the best vitamins to maintain optimal eye health? Our optician-approved article will help you understand the importance of vitamins and why they are essential to include in your diet. Maintaining good eye health is just as important as maintaining overall body health.
All about Eye Allergies: Allergy Awareness Week
This Allergy Awareness Week, which will take place between April 22nd and 26th, 2024, discover everything you need to know about eye allergies. This informative article will provide you with a detailed understanding of eye allergy symptoms, their underlying causes, potential triggers, effective treatment options, and how to effectively manage eye allergies to minimise their impact on your daily life.
