Getting regular comprehensive eye exams is key to maintaining good health. At Louisiana Eye Care, your eye health and vision come first. During a comprehensive eye exam, our eye care professionals identify early warning signs of eye diseases and provide customized treatment plans tailored to your specific needs.

While the tests performed during a comprehensive eye exam can change depending on your medical history, most exams will include the following:

• Visual acuity test (assessing the sharpness of your vision) and determining your correct eyeglass prescription
• Visual field test to detect blind spots or peripheral vision loss
• Cover test to identify crossed eyes or binocular vision problems
• Slit lamp exam to detect diseases and conditions affecting the front of the eye
• Eye pressure measurement for glaucoma screening
• Dilated eye exam to monitor the health of the retina and optic nerve

What Are the Benefits of a Comprehensive Eye Exam?

During your eye exam, your doctor will test for nearsightedness, farsightedness, astigmatism, focusing problems, other vision issues, and eye diseases. After the exam, they will provide you with important information about your vision and eye health and a prescription for eyeglasses or contact lenses if necessary.

Eye exams go beyond how well you can see. These exams can also provide a glimpse into your overall health. During a comprehensive eye exam, your doctor can identify early warning signs of hypertension, diabetes, and other health problems.

Perhaps the greatest benefit of comprehensive eye exams is protecting your eyes from sight-stealing diseases. Early detection is important for many eye diseases, such as glaucoma and diabetic retinopathy, as they often show no symptoms in the early stages. The effect is so gradual that you may not notice vision changes until the condition has reached its later stages. If left undiagnosed, these diseases often cause irreversible damage. That is why it is important to schedule regular eye exams to catch potential problems that can rob us of our sight.

Schedule an Appointment at Louisiana Eye Care for a Comprehensive Eye Exam

Our qualified team of eye doctors is here to help you preserve your vision. Be proactive and contact our office to schedule your next comprehensive eye exam.