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Vision & Eye Exams in Melbourne, FL
Also serving Merritt Island & Suntree
Our eye exams are conducted by our team of experienced vision care specialists who will guide you toward achieving your best eye health. Many problems of the eye, like glaucoma, may go unnoticed until they have developed into a more aggressive state. By keeping up with eye exams we can catch eye problems early and create a treatment plan that aims at conserving your vision.
Get the treatment you need no matter your age
Do I Need An Eye Exam?
Your needs change as your eyes age. But, if you have preexisting conditions or a history of eye disease you’ll need to be seen more frequently to monitor the progression of your symptoms. If you have any concerns about changes in your eyes don’t wait to be seen until the next milestone.
UNDER 35
Every 5 to 10 years
35+
Once every two years
OVER 65
Once every year
RISK FACTORS TO LOOK OUT FOR
Who Should Be Seen More Often?
If you have glaucoma, diabetes or diabetic retinopathy it is important that you have more frequent eye exams no matter your age. Coming in once a year is ideal to keep an eye on your eye health.
If you have a family history of any eye diseases, you should also plan to come in once a year. Seeing your ophthalmologist more frequently ensures you aren’t showing early development of the disease.
No Surprises Just Healthy Eyes
What Should I Expect?
Not everyone enjoys having their eyes examined. We get that, which is why we’ve laid out all the assessments we use. These are designed to determine any problems with your vision and identify any concerns in your overall eye health. Our team of eye care specialists are happy to answer any questions or concerns you have about the tests that will be performed on your eye during your appointment.
DILATION ALLOWS FOR A MORE COMPREHENSIVE EXAM
Will My Eyes Be Dilated for an Eye Exam?
We will dilate your eyes to see behind them to your retina. This is done with dilating eye drops. You may want to secure transportation to and from the clinic if you are uncomfortable driving while your eyes are dilated. Dilation will persist for approximately three hours and increase your sensitivity to light. It’s best to use sunglasses to protect your eyes during this time if you plan to be outside.
Eye Health Assessment
Muscle Function Test
Visual Acuity or Refraction Test
Binocular Vision Skills Assessment
Eye Pressure Test
Color Vision Screening
Why We Use This Method:
- This tool allows the doctor to evaluate your pupil responses, optic nerve, retina, cornea, and lens.
- We use this tool to look for signs of eye diseases or retinal vascular diseases.
Why We Use This Method:
- This checks for uncontrolled eye movement or double vision in patients.
- We’re also able to identify the following potential problem: nystagmus, strabismus, mechanical restrictions due to traumatic injury.
The second part of your prescription is determined using a Phoroptor. It seems complicated and scary, but most people are familiar with this particular piece of equipment. This is pushed in front of your eyes and used as a mask for you to look through. At this point, you will read a chart of letters located roughly 20 feet from where you’re seated.
Why We Use This Method:
- With refractive tests we can identify the following refractive errors: astigmatism, presbyopia, myopia, and hyperopia.
- With this test we can diagnose macular degernations, retinal vessel occlusion, retinitis pigmentosa, and retinal detachment.
Why We Use This Method:
- If patients are suffering from the following symptoms we will conduct a binocular vision skills assessment: double vision, headaches, eyestrain, and patients with a traumatic brain injury.
- This assessment identifies the following: oculomotor dysfunctions, accomodative dysfunction, binocular vision dysfunction, strabismus, visual perceptual deficits.
An alternative way to perform this test in the case of a NCT machine being unavailable is through manual testing. Eye drops will be administered and then gentle pressure will be applied to the surface of your eye by the ophthalmologist or using a blue light instrument. This will feel like placing a contact lense in your eye.
The desired range for eye pressure will vary from person to person but your ophthalmologist will determine the correct range for you individually. High intra-ocular pressure could point to glaucoma developing in your eyes which will need to be addressed further by the ophthalmologist.
Why We Use This Method:
- The major purpose behind testing eye pressure is to identify eyes developing glaucoma.
Why We Use This Method:
- Identifying color blindness, especially in children, can explain poor performance or learning frustrations.
Eye Health Assessment
Why We Use This Method:
- This tool allows the doctor to evaluate your pupil responses, optic nerve, retina, cornea, and lens.
- We use this tool to look for signs of eye diseases or retinal vascular diseases.
Muscle Function Test
Why We Use This Method:
- This checks for uncontrolled eye movement or double vision in patients.
- We’re also able to identify the following potential problem: nystagmus, strabismus, mechanical restrictions due to traumatic injury.
Visual Acuity or Refraction Test
The second part of your prescription is determined using a Phoroptor. It seems complicated and scary, but most people are familiar with this particular piece of equipment. This is pushed in front of your eyes and used as a mask for you to look through. At this point, you will read a chart of letters located roughly 20 feet from where you’re seated.
Why We Use This Method:
- With refractive tests we can identify the following refractive errors: astigmatism, presbyopia, myopia, and hyperopia.
- With this test we can diagnose macular degernations, retinal vessel occlusion, retinitis pigmentosa, and retinal detachment.
LuxOR™ Ophthalmic Microscope
Eye Pressure Test
An alternative way to perform this test in the case of a NCT machine being unavailable is through manual testing. Eye drops will be administered and then gentle pressure will be applied to the surface of your eye by the ophthalmologist or using a blue light instrument. This will feel like placing a contact lense in your eye.
The desired range for eye pressure will vary from person to person but your ophthalmologist will determine the correct range for you individually. High intra-ocular pressure could point to glaucoma developing in your eyes which will need to be addressed further by the ophthalmologist.
Why We Use This Method:
- The major purpose behind testing eye pressure is to identify eyes developing glaucoma.
Color Vision Screening
Why We Use This Method:
- Identifying color blindness, especially in children, can explain poor performance or learning frustrations.
Advanced Diagnostics
Visual Field Testing
The visual field test is used to identify areas of vision loss in your central and peripheral vision. This monitors progression of glaucoma and other optic nerve diseases. It requires the patient to click a button as they see dots of light appear in a dome. While it might seem like an annoyance the results are helpful in diagnosis or monitoring vision problems.
Advanced Diagnostics
Cornea Analysis
Cornea analysis is used for monitoring for the presence of glaucoma in your eyes. We have the capabilities to perform multiple cornea analysis tests, from corneal topography to confocal microscopy, to best access the presence and progression of your glaucoma. These test are designed to help opthalmologists access the shape of the anterior corneal surface and can help us create a more accurate treatment plan for you.
Advanced Diagnostics
OCT Glaucoma Detection
Glaucoma is practically undetectable until the disease has destroyed the better portion of your eye’s nerves. But now, with the help of OCT Glaucoma Detection, we are able to measure the thickness of your retinal nerve fiber layer. This means earlier detection (by up to six years) and earlier treatment. OCT Glaucoma Detection is also able to identify onset of macular degeneration.
Advanced Diagnostics
Diabetic Retinopathy Testing
Diabetic Retinopathy is bleeding in the eye caused by diabetes and can commonly lead to blindness. The first signs a patient will notice are blurred vision and changes to color perception. Using OCT Glaucoma Detection, we are able to test for diabetic retinopathy.
What are next steps?
Step 1: Call or message us
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Step 2: Evaluate your treatment options
Using our suite of first-in-class technology, we'll discover the treatment options that are best for you.
Step 3: Start seeing clearer (and living better)
Regain your vision and restore your independence with help from the most effective, modern treatment options available.
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