Eye Exams for Riverside and Fontana Residents
Do you take your family for regular eye exams? A comprehensive eye exam goes beyond just checking your vision—it plays a crucial role in maintaining lifelong eye health. With our advanced technology, we provide quality eye exams close to you. Schedule an eye exam at Eye E Optical and stay proactive about your family’s vision care.
Comprehensive Eye Exams: What Is It?
During a comprehensive eye exam, our optometrists thoroughly assess your eye health, looking for signs of common eye conditions like glaucoma, cataracts, and retinal problems, as well as evaluating your visual acuity. The goal is to identify any vision problems or potential eye health challenges early, so we can offer effective treatment that keep your eyes in great shape.
Comprehensive Eye Exams vs. Vision Screenings
Are you wondering how a comprehensive eye exam differs from the vision screenings your child gets at school? Vision screenings are a basic tool often used to determine if there is an obvious issue with your sight. They are a great starting point but are limited in scope.
A comprehensive eye exam provides a detailed look at your eye health, detecting problems that a simple screening could miss. Our optometrists assess everything from visual sharpness to eye coordination, catching issues that might affect your quality of life.
How Often Should You Get an Eye Exam?
The American Optometric Association (AOA) recommends adults and children alike should have regular eye exams.
Children should have their first eye exam at six months, then at three years, and again before starting school. From there, it's recommended that kids receive an exam at least once every two years—or more frequently if they are at risk for vision problems.
Adults should also aim for a comprehensive eye exam every one to two years, depending on age, vision requirements, and health conditions.
Exams at Eye E Optical: What to Expect?
Our comprehensive eye exams include a series of important tests to give us a full picture of your eye health. These tests include:
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Visual Acuity Test: Measures how clearly you see at various distances.
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Eye Movement (Ocular Motility) Test: Assesses how well your eyes move and work together.
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Depth Perception Test: Evaluates your ability to judge distances accurately.
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Color Vision Test: Determines how well you can distinguish between different colors, which can help detect color blindness.
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Refraction Test: Helps determine your eyeglasses or contact lens prescription.
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Eye Pressure Test (Tonometry): Measures the pressure inside your eyes to help detect glaucoma, using the Humphrey Matrix FDT Visual Field for accurate results.
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Slit Lamp Exam: Allows the optometrist to examine the front parts of the eye, including the cornea, iris, and lens, to identify any abnormalities.
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Retinal Examination: Uses advanced technology such as the CIRRUS 5000 Zeiss OCT and AFC-330 Fundus Camera to examine the retina and other structures at the back of the eye, helping to detect early signs of macular degeneration or diabetic retinopathy.
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Corneal Topography: Uses the KR-800PA Auto Kerato-Refractometer with Corneal Mapping to map the surface of your cornea, which is essential for evaluating astigmatism and for fitting specialty contact lenses.
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Digital Retinal Imaging: uses the Nidek Digital Retinal Imaging system to capture detailed images of the retina for a thorough assessment of eye health.
We take our time to ensure each exam is thorough and every patient receives the individual attention they need to understand their results and any next steps.
Schedule Your Eye Exam at Eye E Optical
If you or a family member is due for an eye exam, don't wait. Keeping up with comprehensive eye exams can help maintain good vision, detect issues early, and make sure your family’s eye health is always in top shape.
Our bilingual team aims to make your experience as comfortable and welcoming as possible. Contact us to schedule an appointment that suits your needs, and let us help keep your family's eyes healthy and happy.