In-Depth Vision and Eye Health Assessments in Maryland
What is a Comprehensive Eye Exam?
A comprehensive eye exam is an all-encompassing evaluation of your vision and health. Unlike basic vision screenings, which only test visual acuity, comprehensive exams thoroughly assess both your ability to see clearly and the health of your eyes.
What Can You Expect During an Eye Exam?
During a comprehensive eye exam at Washington Eye Institute, our optometrists perform various tests to evaluate:
- Visual Acuity: Assesses how clearly each eye is seeing.
- Refraction Assessment: Determines lens prescriptions to correct vision problems like nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism.
- Eye Muscle Movements: Tests eye alignment and coordination.
- Pupil Response: Examines how pupils adjust to light and close objects.
- Side Vision: Assesses peripheral vision.
- Intraocular Pressure: Helps in glaucoma detection.
- Front Part of the Eye: Examined using a slit lamp to identify conditions affecting cornea, iris, and lens.
- Retinal Examination: This involves dilating the pupils to examine the optic nerve and retina for signs of damage from diseases like diabetes or hypertension.
Why Are Eye Exams Important?
Comprehensive eye exams are crucial for several reasons:
- Early Detection of Eye Diseases: Many eye diseases, like glaucoma, macular degeneration, and diabetic retinopathy, can develop without noticeable symptoms in their early stages. Comprehensive eye exams can detect these conditions early.
- Updating Prescriptions: Vision can change over time, and regular exams ensure that prescriptions for glasses or contact lenses are up to date.
- Identifying Other Health Issues: Eye exams can reveal signs of systemic health problems like diabetes, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol.
- Monitoring Changes: As people age, the risk of certain eye diseases increases. Regular exams help monitor these changes and adjust care as needed.
- Eye Comfort and Health: Eye exams can help diagnose and treat conditions that may not necessarily impair vision but can cause discomfort, like dry eyes or eye allergies
Schedule Your Comprehensive Eye Exam at Washington Eye Institute
Our skilled eye doctors employ the latest eye care technology and techniques, ensuring each patient receives a thorough and accurate assessment.
Whether it's your first time or a routine check-up, our team ensures your vision and eye health are at their best. Contact us to schedule your appointment and experience thorough, patient-focused eye care.
