Why are eye exams important?

     Two common fallacies about eye exams are that if you can see fine, you don't need an exam and that vision screenings are just eye exams by a different name. In fact, in addition to checking your vision, doctors also check for eye and other diseases that have no early symptoms, but should nevertheless be treated early. And, vision screenings performed by the school nurse or your employer are not the same as comprehensive eye exams.
     Eye doctors use a wide variety of tests and procedures to examine your eyes. These tests range from simple ones, like having you read an eye chart, to complex tests, such as using a high-powered lens to visualize the tiny structures inside of your eyes. Regardless, when you have an eye exam, it will usually take anywhere from half an hour to an hour or more, depending on the doctor, his or her caseload and the number and complexity of tests required for your eyes.

Comprehensive Vision Examination

     A thorough exam includes: visual acuity, prescriptions for glasses, eye muscle movement and balance testing, pupil tests, visual fields, and a dilated eye health exam. The eye health exam includes microscope evaluation of external and internal eye structures for cataracts, cornea disease, retina disease, and glaucoma.

What To Expect

     Please plan approximately one hour for your eye exam. Some patients may require longer visits and/or follow-up appointments. Health exams include pupil dilation, which allow the doctor a full view of your internal eye structures. In most cases, weak dilation drops are used which temporarily blur your near vision (4-6 hours). Length of dilation varies between patients depending on individual body chemistry and sensitivity. Distance driving vision is rarely altered, but there are some exceptions. Dilation temporarily prevents pupil constriction, thus it is normal to experience light sensitivity. Sunglasses are provided to help make your drive home more comfortable. In rare cases, stronger dilation drops may be required.

Services Which We Provide

1. Routine vision and eye health care
2. Dilated eye exam
3. Visual field testing
4. Diabetic eye exams
5. Glaucoma testing and treatment
6. Pink/Red eye evaluation and treatment
7. Cataract evaluation and treatment
8. Diagnosis and treatment of other eye conditions.

How often do I need an eye exam?

     The need and frequency of optometric exams vary with age, race, medical history, occupation and other factors. Consult your eye care professional learn how often you should be examined. The American Optometry Association recommends the following frequency of eye examinations for the average child and adult

If you or a family member is due for an eye exam please contact us.

918-567-7000 Ext 6701

800-349-7026