Comprehensive Eye Examinations:
Ensuring Clear Vision and Ocular Health
At Arthur Hayes Opticians, we provide the most thorough and complete eye examination possible using the latest technology. We understand that no two patients are the same and the eye examination is tailored to meet your precise needs.
The eye examination appointment will last approximately 30 minutes and below is an idea of what to expect.
Firstly, you will have your eyes measured using an auto-refractor, a noninvasive procedure that allows us to see the shape of the cornea. This will be followed by a visual field measurement (where appropriate) to provide a definitive reading of the sensitivity of your peripheral vision.
A thorough history and symptoms are established to cover any causes of concern or issues you may be experiencing and to ensure we address any specific visual requirements you may have. If you are a current spectacle wearer, we will measure the power of your spectacles and record your vision using them.
The binocular vision assessment of your visual system is evaluated, which includes convergence testing and pupil assessment where necessary. Intraocular pressures will be taken (if over 30 years old or have a family history of glaucoma), and this will be followed by a thorough check of the front and back of the eyes. This includes fundus photographs of the retina where appropriate, along with a detailed microscopic view of the front and back of the eye. With our new equipment, Optomap is an ultra-wide scan of the back of your eye, which allows us to view up to 82% of your retina. In addition, with the Zeiss OCT, we can map every layer in the retina to see it in minute detail. Optometrists study this information and also acts as a monitoring tool for any changes that may occur to the retina in the years that follow.
After all these health checks have been performed the refraction is carried out to determine your distance vision and reading vision prescriptions. The eyes are balanced and the new prescription verified. At the end of the consultation, we will explain the results to you along with a clear course of action. If new spectacles are required our highly experienced dispensers will be ready to discuss and guide you through the process of choosing a new frame with the best spectacle lenses for your particular prescription.
A private eye examination is for anyone aged 1 to 100+ years old. At Arthur Hayes Opticians we recommend an annual or two-yearly eye examination depending on your visual status.
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