YOUR HEALTH
The eye is one of the most delicate organs in the body. It is susceptible to disease, infection and, if you don’t get proper care, degeneration. Below is a list of some of the most common eye problems Urban Eye MD Associates sees with most of its patients. If you experience any of these problems, it is essential that you contact Urban Eye MD Associates today for an examination and to discuss your treatment options.
Eye Exams
Routine eye exams are very important to monitor the health of your eye and to determine your need for glasses. Some eye diseases such as glaucoma, can only be detected with a thorough exam, so it is important to have your eyes examined every 1 to 2 years.
Your eye exam will take approximately 1/2 to 1 1/2 hours. Your eyes will be dilated, so your near vision may be fuzzy for about 3-4 hours. You will also be sensitive to light, so bring sunglasses with you or we can provide you with some disposable ones. Please bring any prescription glasses with you to your exam.
Frequency of Eye exams:
- Adults
- 18 to 40 years of age every 2-3 years
- 41 to 60 years of age every 2 years
- 61 and older Annually
- Children and infants:
- By 6 months of age
- At 3 years of age
- 6-18 years of age before school and every other year afterwards
Your eye exam will include:
- Complete medical/ocular history
- Visual acuity at both distance and near
- Pupil and pressure check
- Confrontation visual fields
- Extra-ocular muscle evaluation
- Refraction
- Dilation
- Examination of the front and back parts of your eye
Other tests may be done if deemed necessary.
Afterwards, your doctor will explain the findings and make recommendations to help maintain the health of your eyes. We will address any concerns and take time to answer questions. At Urban Eye MD Associates we believe outstanding customer service and personalized care are an essential part of any eye exam.
Eye Disease and Links to Information Resources
The following are links to excellent online information resources that discuss various Eye Diseases. This section is currently under construction, and further links will be added in the near future.
