Comprehensive eye exams
A full check of how well you see and how healthy your eyes are, not just a new prescription.
What it is
A comprehensive exam measures your vision and updates your glasses prescription, and it also looks at the health of the whole eye, front to back. Many eye conditions, including glaucoma, cause no pain and no change in vision until they are advanced, so a yearly exam is the best way to catch them early.
Who it is for
We recommend a yearly exam for every adult, whether or not you wear glasses. It matters even more if you have diabetes, high blood pressure, a thyroid disorder or a family history of eye disease.
What to expect
- A review of your health history, medications and any concerns
- Vision testing and a refraction to fine-tune your prescription
- Checks of eye pressure, eye muscles and how your eyes work together
- A close look at the front and back of the eye with a wide field photo and/or dilating drops
- Time with Dr. Reising to talk through results and options
If your eyes are dilated, close-up vision will be blurry and light will feel bright for a few hours. Bring sunglasses, and bring a driver if you prefer not to drive afterward.
Insurance
Exams are usually covered by vision plans or medical plans. If the visit is for a medical problem, such as an infection or glaucoma monitoring, it may be billed to your medical insurance instead. See how that works.
Ready to schedule?
Our team books every appointment by phone, so you talk to a real person who can answer questions about insurance and timing.