Eye Exams For the Whole Family
Everyone needs routine eye exams!
As You Age, Your Eyes Change…
Much like every other part of the body, the eyes change with time. Factors such as medications, hormones, pregnancy, climate, and daily activities can also impact the clarity of your vision and your eye health. Routine exams allow your eye doctor to monitor these changes closely so that eye conditions and diseases can be detected early, before significant vision loss or complications arise.
What To Expect at a Comprehensive Eye Exam
Complete eye exams go beyond basic vision screenings. They involve an in depth evaluation of your eyes for various conditions, assessment of your eye muscle function, and updating your prescription. One of our eye doctors will also ask you about your health history, if there’s a pattern of disease in your family, if you’re taking any medications, and what your current lifestyle consists of.
An eye exam includes a range of tests, such as a refraction test that’s done using a phoropter which allows you to read letters and numbers on an eye chart. This test helps determine your refractive error and which lenses will provide you with the clearest vision.
We Offer Full Pediatric Eye Exams For Children
Children need regular eye exams too, especially because their vision changes rapidly during childhood and adolescence. And with approximately 80% of learning relying on good vision, it makes sense to prioritize your child’s eye and visual health.
Many kids who face difficulties in academics and sports are actually plagued by vision problems, which can sometimes lead to a misdiagnosis of conditions like ADHD. This is because vision problems can cause challenges such as fatigue during schoolwork or sports, behavioral issues, headaches, and excessive squinting, among others.
To make sure your little one thrives at school and sports, the American Optometric Association (AOA) recommends eye exams at 6 months of age, 3 years, when starting school, and every 1-2 years thereafter (or as advised by their eye doctor).
Comprehensive Eye Exam Components
Visual Field Test
This exam is designed to test your ability to see in your direct line of vision. When you look at a specific object, you should still be able to see the other objects around it. By assessing your visual field, our eye doctors can detect potential vision issues and early signs of eye conditions.
Refraction Exam
During your comprehensive eye exam, our skilled eye doctor will use a phoropter to conduct a refraction exam. This advanced device houses a range of lenses that allow us to precisely determine your prescription for glasses or contact lenses.
Binocular Vision Assessment
A binocular vision assessment evaluates critical aspects of your vision, including depth perception, eye alignment, and muscle strength. This essential examination helps us identify any potential issues that may affect your visual performance.