FAQs

Children should have their first comprehensive eye exam before starting school and continue with regular exams throughout their school years. Early detection of vision problems can help support learning and development. 

Please bring: 

● Your photo ID 

● Insurance cards (medical and vision) 

● A list of current medications 

● Your current glasses and/or contact lenses 

● Any eye-related records if referred by another provider 

A comprehensive eye exam evaluates: 

● Your vision and prescription 

● Eye muscle function 

● Eye pressure 

● Overall eye health 

● Signs of eye diseases such as glaucoma, cataracts, diabetic retinopathy, and macular degeneration 

We accept most major medical and vision insurance plans. If you do not see your insurance listed on our website, please contact our office and we will be happy to verify your benefits.

Vision insurance typically covers routine eye exams, glasses, and contact lenses. Medical insurance is used when diagnosing or treating medical eye conditions such as dry eye, glaucoma, cataracts, infections, diabetes-related eye disease, or eye injuries.

Most eyeglass orders are completed within 1–3 weeks, depending on the lens type, prescription, and manufacturer availability. We will contact you as soon as your glasses arrive.

We provide complimentary adjustments, cleanings, and minor repairs for glasses purchased from our office. No appointment is necessary—just stop by during office hours. 

If you experience sudden vision loss, flashes of light, new floaters, eye pain, redness, injury, or other urgent symptoms, contact our office immediately. If it is after hours and the condition is severe, seek emergency medical care.

Appointments can be scheduled by calling our office or through our online appointment request system. Our team will be happy to help you find a convenient time. Book an appointment- https://k.adit.com/5RViBP

Many eye diseases develop without pain or noticeable symptoms. Annual eye exams allow us to detect problems early, often before vision is affected, helping preserve your sight and overall health.

Yes. Many eye conditions, including glaucoma, diabetic eye disease, and macular degeneration, can develop without noticeable symptoms. Annual eye exams are important for maintaining both eye health and overall health.

Not always. Many patients choose Optomap Retinal Imaging as an alternative to dilation. However, your doctor may still recommend dilation based on your eye health, medical history, or examination findings.

Many patients are able to drive after dilation, but vision may be blurry and sensitive to light for several hours. Sunglasses are recommended. If you are concerned, consider arranging for someone to drive you home.

Most people can successfully wear contact lenses, but the only way to know for sure is through a contact lens evaluation with your eye doctor. 

During your exam, we will evaluate: 

● Your prescription and vision needs 

● The health of your eyes and corneas 

● Tear quality and dry eye symptoms 

● Your lifestyle, hobbies, and work environment 

● Previous contact lens experience (if applicable) 

Contact lenses are available for many vision conditions, including: 

● Nearsightedness (myopia) 

● Farsightedness (hyperopia) 

● Astigmatism 

● Presbyopia (difficulty seeing up close after age 40) 

● Certain specialty eye conditions 

Even if you've been told in the past that you weren't a candidate for contacts, advances in contact lens technology may provide options that weren't available before. 

After your evaluation, your doctor will recommend the best contact lens type for your eyes and provide a trial fitting to ensure the lenses are comfortable and provide clear vision. 

Not everyone is an ideal candidate for contact lenses. Certain eye conditions, severe dry eye, poor tear quality, or other health factors may limit contact lens wear. Our doctors will help determine the safest and most comfortable option for your vision. 

Ready to find out if contact lenses are right for you? Contact our office to schedule a contact lens evaluation.

A refraction is the part of the examination where the Doctor determines your best corrected vision. The refraction also determines if there are any eye diseases causing vision loss. 

Not necessarily. While some eye conditions can run in families, having a parent with an eye disease does not mean you will automatically develop it. 

Several common eye conditions have a genetic component, including: 

● Glaucoma 

● Macular Degeneration 

● Cataracts 

● Diabetic Eye Disease 

● Keratoconus 

● Certain retinal disorders 

Your risk may be higher if a close family member has one of these conditions, which is why it's important to share your family eye health history with your eye doctor. 

Regular comprehensive eye exams allow us to monitor your eye health and look for early signs of disease before symptoms develop. Many eye conditions can be managed more effectively when detected early. 

The best thing you can do is schedule routine eye exams and let your doctor know about any family history of eye disease. Early detection is one of the most important tools for protecting your vision.