Adult & Senior Eye Exams in Loveland

One of the most recognizable tests involved in a comprehensive eye exam is a visual acuity test. We’ll have you read letters of varying sizes on a chart on the wall, called a Snellen chart. The Snellen chart determines how well you can see at various distances. If you have trouble seeing certain letters, we will use a device called a phoropter to see which lens power is necessary to give you clear vision. We’ll also use a visual field testing machine to assess your peripheral vision.

To evaluate how well our eyes work together, we’ll perform an ocular motility test. This test assesses your eyes’ movement, indicating whether your eyes are in alignment and your eye muscles are working correctly.

We’ll also examine the external parts of your eye, including the eyelids, cornea, iris, and lens. While we’re evaluating your eyes, we’ll look for any scars, scratches, or early signs of cataracts. Your optometrist will also use a beam of light from a device called a retinoscope to see how well your pupils respond to light.

A comprehensive eye exam allows your optometrist to evaluate your eyes’ internal parts, which you cannot see on your own. The only way to pinpoint early signs of disease that develop without visible symptoms is through an eye exam where your doctor assesses the inside of your eye.

During this part of your exam, we may use dilating eye drops to widen your pupil for a better view of the back of your eye, where your retina and optic nerve are. These drops can make your vision blurry, so we’ll let you know if we plan to use them so you can arrange a ride home.

We may also test for glaucoma using a tonometer, a test that measures your eye’s internal pressure. Any diagnostic tests or evaluations we recommend will be based on your age, lifestyle, and current health, alongside any underlying conditions you may have.

If you have any questions about our comprehensive eye exams, we’d love to hear from you! Please contact our office for more information.