At Bandera Eye Care in Bandera, Dr. Goldstein offers complete eye care services including an eye or vision exam for patients of all ages. Your eyes are your window to the world and keeping them healthy and your vision clear is of vital importance.
Book OnlineWhat is the difference between an eye and a vision exam?
A vision exam checks to see how well you actually see. It can detect whether you are near-sighted, far-sighted, or have astigmatism. It is often done by a machine and the operator doesn’t have to be an optometrist. An eye exam is a much more in-depth look at your eye. It may include dilation to look inside your eye and it can help the optometrist locate anomalies in your eyes that may indicate disease.
Why is an eye exam so important?
Getting an eye exam can detect issues that may be lurking in your eyes. Some diseases show signs in your eyes before you have even been diagnosed with the condition. Eye diseases like glaucoma can lead to blindness if they are left untreated and, depending on the type of glaucoma, may have no obvious symptoms.
How often do eyes require examination?
How often you need to get your eyes examined is dictated by your age and the condition of your eyes. If you have perfect vision, have no family history of eye disease, and are young, you can get an eye exam less often than if you are elderly or have vision that requires correction. For most people, a yearly exam is part of their general healthcare. The earlier any conditions are discovered, the sooner they can be treated or monitored.
What is a dilated eye exam?
A dilated eye exam is the best tool your optometrist has to diagnose eye disease. Drops are placed in your eyes that dilate the pupil. Your initial exam before the drops are put in will include checking your visual acuity as well as your peripheral vision. The muscles that control your eye movement will be tested, as will your pupil response. The pressure in your eyes is tested, which is the best way to see if you have glaucoma or are on the border of glaucoma. After the drops are put in, your pupil widens, allowing the doctor to check what is going on inside and in the back of your eye.
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Bandera Eye Care is a full-service eye care facility that offers eye exams for every member of the family. Call our team today at (830) 850-0628 or reach us through our website by using our online contact form.