Routine Eye Exams for Adults
The American Academy of Ophthalmology recommends that everyone of legal age (18 and up) get a routine eye exam once every two years. Older adults (65 and up) should have an ophthalmologist examine their eyes annually. We recommend yearly exams if you may be at risk of eye diseases or have poor vision.
Vision Services
Nearly 70% of all Americans over 18 need some form of vision correction, like glasses, contacts, or vision surgery. We can help prescribe glasses or perform procedures to decrease your need for glasses. We can check whether vision correction surgery may be a good option for you.
Eye Disease Treatment
Even those with otherwise perfect vision may occasionally have trouble with eye diseases and discomfort. For example, as of 2017, over 16 million U.S. citizens were diagnosed with dry eye disease (DED). Don’t hesitate to schedule an appointment if you suspect any eye problems or experience vision issues.
Surgical Care
Some medical and eye conditions may require professional surgical care for safe and satisfactory results and resolutions. We keep our office stocked with industry-leading machinery and supplies to ensure we have the tools to give you proper care. Talk to our team of ophthalmologists and discuss your symptoms or conditions to receive top-quality treatment.
Surgical Ophthalmology Services:
- Cataract
- Glaucoma
- Diabetic retinopathy
- Macular degeneration
- Retinal tears
- Detached retina
- Ptosis (drooping upper eyelids)
- Pterygium growth
- Subconjunctival hemorrhage
- Nearsightedness or farsightedness
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Some Ocular Tools and Their Uses
- Ophthalmoscope: Examines the interior of your eyes using built-in mirrors and a light source. This tool allows us to inspect your retina and other structures within your eye. With an ophthalmoscope, we can detect signs of retinal detachment, glaucoma, symptoms related to diabetes, and more.
- Tonometers: Help ophthalmologists measure the intraocular pressure (IOP) of your eye. We carry various types of this tool, such as an air puff tonometer or a Tono-Pen, to use depending on the suspected condition. Internal eye pressure can help us determine whether you have damaged optic nerves due to glaucoma.
- Phoropter: Allows us to measure any refractive errors in your eye, which may cause faulty vision. Once seated, we move this tool in front of your face and change the lens strengths, usually between two lenses. We then ask whether “one or two” allows you to see more clearly, helping us determine the range of error, if any.
- Retinoscope: When a patient has difficulty answering questions during a phoropter test, we often use a retinoscope instead. A retinoscope shines a light back and forth across your eye as we change dials until it focuses on the retina. When light focuses behind or in front of your retina, we call that a “refractive error of the eye.”
At Eye MDs, we clearly explain any tools we intend to use and ensure your comfort during all ophthalmology services. With thorough and personalized eye care, we make ocular recovery possible for citizens in Southern California.