Your Eye Exam
When you get your eyes examined, Dr. Moody or Dr. Lambert will check for more than just your lens prescription. We will examine the structures and function of your eyes to determine the health of your visual system.
We recommend getting your eyes checked every year.
The Parts of an Eye Examination
Visual Acuity (“VA”) is measuring your ability to see clearly. It’s the 20/20, 20/40, etc. in your report.
The Slit Lamp is a microscope designed to examine the front part of your eyes, the cornea, lids, and lens.
Images are focused on your retina, which changes light rays into nerve impulses. These are transmitted to your brain, where vision occurs.
You can suffer headaches, eyestrain, or blurred vision if your eyes are misaligned.
Measuring the pressure in your eyes is part of a glaucoma evaluation. Increased pressure can cause damage to your optic nerve and a gradual loss of sight.
A “refraction” is the test where we ask you, “Which is better, 1 or 2?” This is how we determine your glasses prescription.
Additional Testing You Might Need
We may recommend additional testing if you have one the following health conditions:
Diabetes High Blood Pressure High Cholesterol Glaucoma Dry Eyes Macula Degeneration
Dilation
To more thoroughly examinine the inside of your eyes.
OCT
Digital imaging of the layers of your retina to look for signs of damage.
Visual Fields
To check your peripheral vision, one thing you can lose in glaucoma.
Computer Eye Strain
Often combined with dry, irritated eyes, especially after using a digital device too long.
