The diagnosis of dry eye is often made based upon the typical symptoms of eye irritation, frequent watering, and transient blurred vision. A detailed case history, including questions about general health, medications, and workplace is important. Your optometrist will also examine the surface of your eye and your eyelids using a microscope, and may employ […]
How will my optometrist diagnose AMD?
The most essential component of any comprehensive exam, particularly for seniors, is the ocular health assessment. A dilated retinal exam, using drops to enlarge the pupil, provides your optometrist with an excellent view of the macula, where signs of AMD may be evident before any symptoms develop. Digital photographs and high-resolution optical coherence tomography (OCT) […]
How will my optometrist diagnose a cataract?
Each and every comprehensive eye examination includes the use of an instrument known as the slit lamp biomicroscope, a specialized microscope that provides a magnified view of the external and internal structures of the eye. Aided by a detailed case history (family history, general health, medications, and symptoms), your optometrist will assess your eye health, […]
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How much should a good pair of sunglasses cost?
With sunglass prices ranging from less than $10 to as much as $500, this is a good question. Remember that higher prices do not always indicate better quality, and designer labels often carry designer pricing. Providing that the frame is durable and comfortable, and the lens provides 100% UV protection while minimizing distortion, an inexpensive […]
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How does a cataract affect vision?
A cataract acts like a filter that reduces the amount of light that reaches the retina, the light-sensitive tissue at the back of the eye. Common symptoms include colors appearing dull, general blurring, and glare, particularly with night driving. Cataracts may also cause a change in prescription, typically an increase in nearsightedness and astigmatism. In […]
How do I get started, and where do things end?
Things begin with a comprehensive examination, with some additional procedures to assess prescription and corneal thickness. If your optometrist feels you are a candidate for laser surgery, the next step is a consultation with the surgeon, who will repeat some tests, and perform specialized corneal mapping and aberration assessments. If there are no contraindications, your […]
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How are children’s eyes tested?
Eye examinations in children involve many age-appropriate tests which are designed to be fun while providing the optometrist with valuable information. Take it from us, most kids only cry when they have to leave the office! Infants are assessed with a series of “objective” tests with no verbal responses required, unlike the “subjective” tests used […]
Can I wear contact lenses?
Contact lenses are now available for the majority of prescriptions, including near and farsightedness, astigmatism, and bifocal (reading) corrections. On top of that, advancements in contact lens materials have made them more comfortable, and healthier than ever before. Of course, each patient is unique: please ask your optometrist about your specific situation. […]
Buyer Beware
Purchasing new glasses should be an enjoyable experience, but it can quickly become very confusing …• What style of frame should I choose?• What type of lens is best for my prescription?• Do I need any special coatings or tints?• … and once I make these (and more) decisions, where should I buy my glasses? […]
Are you saying that the tint doesn’t matter?
In terms of UV protection, since ultraviolet radiation is ‘invisible light’, it’s not affected by any ‘visible tint’. That being said, the tint on the lens is important for brightness, glare, and contrast: gray tints block all light equally, while brown lenses preferentially block greens, and rose or amber (‘blue-blockers’) improve contrast by reducing scatter. […]
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