Medical Eye Exams

When most people think of an eye exam, they picture getting their vision checked and updating their glasses or contact lens prescription. However, a medical eye exam is very different. This type of exam focuses on diagnosing and managing conditions that affect the health of your eyes rather than just measuring how well you see. At Eyes on Painted Tree, we provide comprehensive medical eye exams to ensure your vision stays clear and your eyes stay healthy.

What Is a Medical Eye Exam?

A medical eye exam is performed when there is a medical reason to assess the eyes. Unlike a routine vision exam, it addresses conditions, diseases, or injuries affecting eye health. During your visit, our eye doctor will use advanced diagnostic tools to check your eyes for signs of disease, monitor existing conditions, and recommend treatment if necessary.

Diabetic Eye Exams

Diabetes can damage the small blood vessels in the retina, leading to diabetic retinopathy - a leading cause of vision loss in adults. Regular diabetic eye exams are essential for detecting early signs of damage before vision is affected. These exams often include dilated eye evaluations and retinal imaging to ensure early detection and treatment.

Cataracts

Cataracts occur when the eye’s natural lens becomes cloudy, causing blurry vision, glare, and difficulty seeing at night. A medical eye exam allows our optometrist to monitor cataract progression and discuss treatment options, which may include surgery if vision impairment becomes significant.

Glaucoma

Known as the "silent thief of sight," glaucoma causes gradual damage to the optic nerve, often without early warning signs. Medical eye exams include tests such as intraocular pressure checks and optic nerve imaging to detect glaucoma in its earliest stages. With timely management, we can help prevent permanent vision loss.

Macular Degeneration

Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) affects the central part of the retina, leading to difficulty with reading, recognizing faces, and other detailed tasks. Our exams can detect early changes in the macula, and with ongoing monitoring, we can recommend treatments or lifestyle adjustments to slow progression.

Eye Emergencies

Medical eye exams are also essential in the event of eye injuries or sudden changes in vision. Issues such as flashes of light, sudden floaters, eye pain, infections, or chemical exposure require immediate attention. Our team is here to provide urgent care to protect your vision and prevent long-term damage.

Protect Your Vision with Expert Care at Eyes on Painted Tree

Many eye conditions progress silently and can cause irreversible vision loss if left undetected. By scheduling regular medical eye exams, especially if you have risk factors like diabetes, high blood pressure, or a family history of eye disease, you take an important step in safeguarding your eye health.
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Contact Eyes on Painted Tree to schedule your medical eye exam and take a confident step toward lifelong vision health.