Complete Eye Exams
Eyesight, often taken for granted until it starts to fade, is a precious gift that merits regular care and attention. Routine eye exams serve as the cornerstone of maintaining optimal eye health and catching potential issues early on. From detecting refractive errors to identifying underlying health conditions, these examinations not only preserve vision but also contribute to overall well-being.
Andre Eye and Optical is here to serve as your trusted provider of high-quality eye care, which starts with getting regular complete eye exams.
The human eye is a marvel of biological engineering, but it's not invincible. Just like any other part of the body, it can succumb to various ailments and conditions. However, unlike some health issues, vision problems often manifest gradually, with subtle symptoms that may go unnoticed until they become significant. This makes regular eye exams crucial for several reasons:
Early Detection of Vision Problems: Many eye conditions, such as glaucoma, cataracts, and age-related macular degeneration, develop slowly and may not show symptoms until they've reached advanced stages. Routine eye exams can catch these issues early, allowing for prompt treatment and better preservation of vision.
Assessment of Refractive Errors: Nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism are common refractive errors that affect vision clarity. Regular eye exams ensure that your prescription glasses or contact lenses are up-to-date, providing you with clear and comfortable vision.
Monitoring Eye Health: Systemic health conditions like diabetes, hypertension, and autoimmune diseases can manifest symptoms in the eyes. Eye exams can help detect signs of these conditions, enabling timely intervention and management to prevent vision loss and other complications.
When you come to our clinic for an eye exam, we obtain a comprehensive picture of your eye health. Your eyes may be dilated to facilitate a more complete exam. Some of the items we check include:
Your vision, color vision, eye pressure, and eye movements
Your prescription (also known as refraction)
Your field of view (also known as visual field)
Health and function of the essential structures of the eye (Cornea, Lens, Retina, Nerve, and more)
Screening for all common eye conditions
Advanced Eye Photography
If your complete eye exam indicates anything unusual, we may recommend further evaluation with photography.
Utilizing a retinal camera revolutionizes the way eye care professionals assess ocular health. This sophisticated imaging device captures high-resolution images of the retina, providing detailed documentation of its condition. By obtaining a clear view of the retina's intricate structures, including blood vessels, optic nerve, and macula, the retinal camera enables early detection of sight-threatening conditions such as diabetic retinopathy, age-related macular degeneration, and glaucoma. Its non-invasive nature and quick imaging process make it a valuable tool for both patient and practitioner, facilitating comprehensive evaluations with minimal discomfort. With the insights gained from retinal imaging, eye care providers can tailor treatment plans and monitor changes in ocular health over time, ensuring proactive management of eye diseases and preservation of vision.