A comprehensive eye exam at City Optics typically takes around 20 to 40 minutes and includes a range of tests to assess both your vision and the health of your eyes. Your optometrist will tailor the exam based on your individual needs and may recommend additional tests if specific issues are indicated. Here's a breakdown of what to expect:
Patient History Review: The exam begins with a discussion about your overall health, family history of eye conditions, any current symptoms, and your vision needs. This helps your optometrist personalise the exam.
Visual Acuity Test: You’ll be asked to read from a Snellen chart to measure how well you can see at various distances. This step helps determine your prescription for glasses or contact lenses.
Refraction Test: Using a phoropter, your optometrist will present different lens options to refine your prescription, ensuring the clearest possible vision correction.
Eye Movement and Alignment Check: Your optometrist will evaluate how well your eyes work together and check for any alignment issues, which may affect your ability to focus.
Eye Pressure Test (Tonometry): This quick and painless test checks your intraocular pressure (the pressure inside your eyes) to screen for conditions like glaucoma.
Slit-Lamp Examination: Using a special microscope, your optometrist will closely examine the structures at the front of your eyes, such as your cornea, iris, and lens, to detect any issues like cataracts or corneal problems.
OCT and Retinal Imaging: If indicated, your optometrist may recommend an Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) scan or retinal imaging to get a detailed view of the back of your eye, including the retina and optic nerve. Please note that there may be a private fee for these advanced tests.
Visual Field Test (VF): A visual field test may be conducted if there are concerns about peripheral vision, which can help detect glaucoma or other neurological issues affecting your sight.
A typical eye exam lasts between 20 and 40 minutes. Additional time may be required if advanced tests like OCT or retinal imaging are needed based on your condition.
City Optics: Comprehensive Eye Care
At City Optics, our eye exams are designed to be both thorough and efficient. With state-of-the-art equipment and experienced optometrists, we offer personalised care to ensure your vision is at its best.
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