Eye Exams for Total Vision and Eye Health

There is no substitute for an eye exam when it comes to caring for your eyes and maintaining optimal vision health. Unlike quick vision screenings, a comprehensive eye exam is an in-depth assessment that evaluates not only how well you see but also the overall health of your eyes.

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What is a Comprehensive Eye Exam?

A comprehensive eye exam is a thorough evaluation of your vision and eye health. It involves a series of tests and assessments that go beyond just determining your prescription for glasses or contact lenses. During a comprehensive eye exam, an eye doctor assesses the health of various structures in the eye, checks for common eye diseases, and evaluates how your eyes work together as a team.

Is It the Same as a Vision Screening?

Vision screenings are often confused with comprehensive eye exams, but they are not the same. A vision screening is a brief test that checks for obvious visual problems, often performed at schools or health fairs. Vision screenings may identify whether you need glasses but do not evaluate the full health of your eyes. They cannot replace a full examination conducted by an eye care professional, as they may miss underlying eye conditions that could lead to serious problems if untreated.

Tests Included in a Comprehensive Eye Exam

A comprehensive eye exam includes a variety of tests to assess your vision and the health of your eyes. Some of the most common tests involved are:

Visual Acuity Test

Measures the clarity of your vision at various distances.

Refraction Test

Determines the appropriate prescription for glasses or contact lenses.

Eye Muscle Function Test

Assesses how well your eye muscles work together to maintain proper eye alignment.

Pupil Response Test

Evaluates how your pupils respond to light, indicating neurological function.

Slit Lamp Examination

Allows the eye doctor to examine the structures at the front of your eye, including the cornea, iris, and lens.

Retinal Examination (Ophthalmoscopy)

Provides a view of the retina, optic nerve, and blood vessels in the back of your eye to detect potential problems.

Intraocular Pressure Test (Tonometry)

Measures the pressure inside your eye, which is crucial for detecting glaucoma.

Comprehensive Eye Exams Available Across New Jersey

At Associated Eye Physicians & Surgeons of New Jersey, we are committed to providing thorough eye exams at each of our four locations: Jersey City, Belleville, Union, and Rahway. Our experienced team of eye doctors takes a personalized approach to ensure each patient receives the highest quality of care.

We use the latest technology and equipment to assess your vision and eye health, ensuring any changes are detected early and treated effectively. Whether you’re coming in for your annual check-up or experiencing symptoms that require further investigation, our comprehensive exams aim to address all aspects of your visual health.

By choosing us for your comprehensive eye exam, you’re taking an important step in protecting your vision and overall eye health.

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Notes

For urgent eye issues or emergencies, Associated Eye Physicians & Surgeons strongly recommends calling a location nearest to you. Emergency eye care may constitute any of the following: 1. vision loss; 2. different size pupils; 3. double vision; 4. bleeding from the eye; 5. Swelling; 6. eye pain that doesn't lessen on its own; and/ or 7. eye pain accompanied by a headache. If you experience any of the following issues above, we recommend that you seek immediate medical attention.

For after-hour eye emergencies, please visit your local ER or Urgent Care Center, or dial 911.