Comprehensive Eye Exams
Why should I have my eyes examined regularly?
The best way to ensure a lifetime of good vision is through regular, comprehensive eye examinations. An examination by a doctor of Baker Family Eyecare is much more than a test to determine if you need gasses or contact lenses. A comprehensive eye examination also includes:
A test to measure your eye pressure A retinal exam to view the back of your eye A microscopic examination of the front of your eye
In addition to ensuring proper eyesight, regular eye examinations allow your eye doctor to detect and treat diseases at the earliest possible opportunity. Several eye diseases, such as glaucoma, show no symptoms in their early stages. A regular comprehensive eye examination can help detect diseases early, improving the likelihood for successful treatment.
What can I expect during my eye examination? A complete eye examination typically includes all, or an appropriate combination of, the following components:
Case History: Your eye doctor will ask you for information about your vision and health history, medications, symptoms of vision problems and other background information.
Visual System Evaluation: Using a number of tests and medical instruments, your eye doctor will conduct an external and internal exam of the various parts of your vision system including the eyelashes, eyelids, conjunctiva, iris, lens, cornea, pupils, extra-ocular muscles, blood vessels, optic nerve and the retina. The eye doctor will assess the health of your eyes and look for vision problems such as glaucoma, cataracts and corneal diseases. The doctor will also look for ocular changes associated with systemic diseases such as diabetes, high blood pressure and neurological disorders. This evaluation may also include a refraction, which determines whether you need prescription lenses or not.
Diagnosis and Treatment Plan: Your eye doctor will make a final diagnosis and discuss a treatment plan designed specifically for you. The eye doctor will prescribe any necessary treatments such as corrective eyewear or medications.
How long does a complete eye examination take?
A complete eye examination takes approximately one hour.
Will I be able to drive home?
Most patients feel comfortable driving after having their eyes dilated. If you are unsure or uneasy driving while your eyes are dilated, please be safe and bring another driver with you to your examination.
