Question 1

WHY SHOULD I GET AN EYE EXAM?

Accepted Answer

A comprehensive eye exam is more than updating your glasses or contact lens prescription. It allows your optometrist to evaluate your vision and overall eye health to detect signs of conditions such as glaucoma, cataracts, macular degeneration, and diabetes. Regular eye exams help with early detection, which often improves treatment outcomes.

Question 2

WHAT EYE CONDITIONS CAN AN OPTOMETRIST DIAGNOSE AND TREAT?

Accepted Answer

Optometrists are trained to evaluate your vision and the health of your eyes. In addition to prescribing glasses and contact lenses, they diagnose, treat, and monitor medical eye conditions, including dry eye, red eye and eye infections, glaucoma, cataracts, retinal conditions, macular degeneration, and diabetes-related eye disease. They can also evaluate urgent eye concerns and coordinate care with ophthalmologists and other medical specialists when needed.

Question 3

WHEN SHOULD I SEE AN OPTOMETRIST?

Accepted Answer

Regular comprehensive eye exams are an important part of maintaining healthy eyes and clear vision. You don't have to wait for your next routine exam if you have an eye health concern. Your optometrist can evaluate and care for various eye conditions, including dry or red eyes, sudden vision changes, flashes and floaters, and other eye health concerns. Regular care can also help detect and monitor conditions such as glaucoma, cataracts, macular degeneration, and diabetes-related eye disease.

Question 4

CAN I SEE MY OPTOMETRIST FOR AN URGENT EYE PROBLEM?

Accepted Answer

Yes - optometrists can evaluate urgent eye concerns, including red or painful eyes, eye infections, injuries, foreign bodies, sudden vision changes, and new flashes or floaters. Some symptoms can be signs of a serious eye condition and may require immediate or same-day care. If you experience a sudden or severe change in your vision or another urgent eye concern, seek prompt eye care.

Question 5

DO YOU ACCEPT MEDICAL INSURANCE FOR EYE CARE?

Accepted Answer

Yes - we accept certain medical insurance plans for eligible eye health services. Depending on the reason for your visit and your individual plan, medical insurance may apply to the evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, or monitoring of an eye disease, injury, or other medical eye condition. Coverage varies by insurance plan.

Question 6

WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN VISION INSURANCE AND MEDICAL INSURANCE FOR EYE CARE?

Accepted Answer

Vision insurance generally provides benefits for routine vision care, such as checking your vision and determining your glasses or contact lens prescription. Medical insurance may apply when your visit involves symptoms, an eye injury, or the evaluation, treatment, or monitoring of a medical eye condition. Depending on your needs and coverage, both types of insurance may play a role in your overall eye care.

Question 7

WHAT SHOULD I BRING TO MY EYE EXAM?

Accepted Answer

Bring your vision insurance and medical insurance information to your appointment. If you wear prescription eyewear, bring your current eyeglasses, sunglasses, and contact lenses. You should also have a current list of medications and relevant medical information.

Question 8

WHAT SHOULD I EXPECT FROM MY OPTOMETRIST?

Accepted Answer

Your optometrist will evaluate your vision and eye health based on your individual needs and the reason for your visit. Your care may include a comprehensive eye examination and, when appropriate, additional diagnostic testing. Your optometrist will discuss the findings with you and may recommend vision correction, treatment, ongoing monitoring, or referral to another eye care specialist when needed.

Question 9

WHAT IS INVOLVED IN A COMPREHENSIVE EYE EXAM?

Accepted Answer

A comprehensive eye exam includes an evaluation of your vision and eye health. Using various tests and state-of-the-art equipment, your optometrist will determine whether you need vision correction and examine the structures of your eyes for signs of eye disease or other concerns. Depending on your age, health history, symptoms, and examination findings, testing may evaluate eye pressure, peripheral vision, the front and back of the eye, and the retina and optic nerve. Additional diagnostic testing or imaging may be recommended when medically appropriate.

Question 10

CAN EYE EXAMS DETECT OTHER HEALTH ISSUES?

Accepted Answer

Sometimes your eyes show signs associated with health conditions affecting other parts of the body. During a comprehensive eye exam, your optometrist may identify findings associated with conditions such as diabetes and high blood pressure. If a concern is identified, your optometrist may recommend follow-up with your primary care provider or another healthcare professional.

Question 11

WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN AN EYE EXAM AND A VISION SCREENING?

Accepted Answer

A vision screening is a limited check designed to identify potential vision problems. A comprehensive eye exam performed by an optometrist evaluates both how well you see and the overall health of your eyes. Because some eye conditions may develop without noticeable symptoms, a vision screening does not replace a comprehensive eye exam.

Question 12

WHAT IS A REFRACTION TEST?

Accepted Answer

A refraction test helps your optometrist determine the prescription you need for clear, comfortable vision. You'll be shown a series of lens choices while your optometrist evaluates how your eyes focus to identify the right prescription for nearsightedness, farsightedness, astigmatism, or other vision needs.

Question 13

IS A CONTACT LENS EXAM DIFFERENT FROM A COMPREHENSIVE EYE EXAM?

Accepted Answer

A comprehensive eye exam will allow your optometrist to determine if you are a good candidate to wear contact lenses. During your contact lens fitting, detailed measurements will be taken of your eyes to determine the right contact lenses for you. There is an additional fee for a contact lens fitting and evaluation for all contact lens patients (both new and established patients).

Question 14

WHO CAN WEAR CONTACT LENSES?

Accepted Answer

Most people who require vision correction can wear contact lenses. Contact lenses can provide vision correction for people with nearsightedness, farsightedness, astigmatism, or a combination of these issues. Finding the right lens for you is sometimes a process of trial and error. All the lens parameters can be finalized only after you’ve worn the successful combination. Schedule a contact lens eye exam to speak with your optometrist about whether contact lenses would be a good vision correction option for you.

Question 15

HOW DOES MY VISION AND EYE HEALTH CHANGE WITH AGE?

Accepted Answer

Your vision and eye health can change over time. As we age, it is common to experience changes in focusing ability, such as presbyopia, as well as an increased risk for conditions including dry eye, cataracts, glaucoma, and macular degeneration. Regular comprehensive eye exams can help your optometrist identify and monitor age-related changes and recommend appropriate care.

Question 16

HOW DO I KNOW IF MY CHILD NEEDS GLASSES?

Accepted Answer

Taking your child to an optometrist for a comprehensive eye exam is the best way to learn if your child needs glasses. It is common for children to be unaware that they need vision correction. Signs of vision issues in children include moving objects closer, squinting, light sensitivity, difficulty with hand-eye coordination, and avoiding visual activities like reading and drawing.

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