What Does an Eye Exam Include?
Most
people would rather do anything than visit a doctor--whether
that doctor is a dentist, a physician,
or an eye doctor. Luckily for you and your family, an eye exam at Vision Associates
is probably the easiest and quickest doctor visit
you'll ever make!
Whether
you want eyeglasses, contacts, or just want to check the health of your eyes, you'll
get the care you need in a surprisingly short amount time. The best thing is,
it's absolutely painless.
Talk to Your Eye Doctor
This
first thing you'll do is talk to one of our eleven eye doctors. The doctor will
review your eye history and ask you how you're
doing. This is a great time to tell him or her about any eye problems you're experiencing.
This isn't just limited to vision problems--if
you're having any type of issues like itching or pressure on the eye, be sure and tell your doctor. Be sure to mention any
headaches, too.
The Eye Chart
Next,
you'll look at letters on an eye chart.
This is one of the easiest tests you
can ever take, with no wrong answers or bad grades--just a chance to get any
help you may need with your vision.
Eye Movement Test
This is
a simple test to check how your eye moves,
and how quickly. This helps to make sure your eyes track like they should, and
that the muscles around your eyes are functioning properly.
Pupil Dilation
Your eye doctor will
give you drops to dilate your pupils. This will allow the doctor to examine your
internal eye health. This exam is
critical to preventing and treating eye conditions that could lead to vision
loss.
Slit Lamp Examination
Your doctor will use this special kind
of microscope to check your eyes for any abnormalities or problems. Even if
your vision is 20/20, it's important to
have an eye checkup every
year for your ocular health. Your doctor
may place drops in your eyes, in order to check the front surface of the
eye. The doctor may also use a lens to examine
the back of the eye.
Intra-ocular Pressure Test
It's
important to test the intra-ocular pressure because by the time you've
noticed any symptoms, you may already have damage to your optic nerve. This is
why it's so important for your ophthalmologist or optometrist at Vision Associates to
check your intra-ocular pressure every year. The intra-ocular pressure
alone does not determine if someone has glaucoma. Patients should also be dilated to examine
the optic nerve head.
The Refraction Test
This is
what many people think of as the "down to business" part of checking
your sight. During the refraction test, your
optometrist will check for any vision problems.
This is the step where your eye doctor determines whether you
need eyeglasses (or contacts), and if so, how strong your
prescription should be.
Need an Eye Exam?
We've got you covered.
Whether you need
your vision checked for corrective
lenses, or just want to make sure your eyes are healthy, Vision Associates is here to help.
Call us today to schedule an appointment at 419-578-2020.
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