Comprehensive Eye Examination Overview

A comprehensive eye examination thoroughly evaluates the structure, function, and overall health of your eyes. The goal is not only to ensure your eyes are healthy but also to optimize your vision and ensure your eyes are functioning efficiently.

Detailed Patient History

The examination begins with a thorough review of your personal and family health history, including:

  • Your visual experience and any current concerns

  • Specific areas where your vision may be lacking

  • How you primarily use your eyes (e.g., reading, computer use, driving)

  • Your overall health history

  • Current medications

  • Any allergies you may have

  • Pertinent family health conditions that could affect your vision

Visual Function Evaluation

We then assess your current visual status by:

  • Testing your vision at both distance and near points

  • Evaluating eye teaming and binocular coordination

  • Checking neurological responses of the pupils

  • Screening your gross visual field for any abnormalities

Subjective Refraction

The subjective refraction is an interactive portion of the exam, where you compare different lens options to help us fine-tune your prescription. This process helps diagnose:

  • Nearsightedness (myopia)

  • Farsightedness (hyperopia)

  • Astigmatism

  • Presbyopia

For more information about these refractive errors, please click here.

Eye Health Assessment

Using a slit lamp microscope, your doctor will examine the health of various eye structures, including:

  • Eyelashes and eyelids

  • Conjunctiva and sclera

  • Cornea, anterior chamber, and iris

Next, your eye pressure will be measured with the help of specialized eye drops. Additional drops are then applied to dilate your pupils, allowing for a more detailed internal examination.

Discussion and Prescription Planning

While waiting for your pupils to dilate, your doctor will:

  • Discuss any significant findings

  • Recommend potential changes to your glasses or contact lens prescription

  • Introduce you to our opticians to help select frames that best support your personalized prescription

We encourage collaboration between your optometrist and optician to ensure the most effective and comfortable visual results.

Dilated Eye Examination

Once dilation is complete, the doctor will use the slit lamp to perform an in-depth evaluation of the eye’s internal structures, including:

  • Lens

  • Vitreous humor

  • Optic nerve

  • Macula and central retina

The final stage involves examining the peripheral retina using a head-mounted loupe and handheld lenses to ensure a thorough assessment of your overall eye health.

This comprehensive process ensures that every aspect of your vision and eye health is carefully evaluated and addressed.

Serving Pittsford, Fairport, Penfield, Webster, and Rochester, NY

Our practice is proud to provide expert eye care services to patients throughout Pittsford, Fairport, Penfield, Webster, and Rochester, NY. Whether you need a comprehensive eye exam, custom eyeglasses, or specialized contact lens fittings, we’re committed to delivering personalized care tailored to your unique needs. Conveniently located in Pittsford, our office is easily accessible for patients from surrounding areas seeking trusted, high-quality vision care.

If you’re looking for an experienced optometrist in Pittsford, Fairport, Penfield, Webster, or Rochester, schedule your appointment today and experience the difference of comprehensive, patient-focused eye care.