Comprehensive Eye Exams
It’s about more than blurred vision, its about empowering patients to take charge of their eye health.
At Vision Source on Long Point, we are dedicated to improving the visual health of our community, both locally and beyond.
Dr. Pannapara is committed to providing exceptional care that helps each patient achieve optimal visual function. She views her role as part of a larger mission to enhance the community’s overall well-being. It’s not just about treating vision problems; it’s about working together to improve lives.
By building strong, personal relationships with each patient, Dr. Pannapara ensures that everyone who walks through the door feels supported and valued.
Dr. Pannapara is deeply invested in making a lasting impact on the lives of her patients. She takes her responsibility seriously, striving to help them understand the importance of caring for their vision and that they are confident in the recommendations she provides. When she’s able to help someone see better, she knows she’s contributing to a greater purpose.
In addition to assessing your visual acuity, Dr. Pannapara will test for common eye diseases, assess how your eyes are functioning together, and more. Serious health issues like diabetes and high blood pressure are often first detected during an eye exam.
Schedule your comprehensive eye exam at Vision Source on Long Point today.
What does a comprehensive eye exam include?
Your optometrist will determine what tests are needed based on your medical history.
However, most comprehensive eye exams include the following:
- Visual acuity to test the sharpness of your vision, usually with an eye chart
- Visual fields test to check for blind spots in your vision
- Retinoscopy to estimate your eyeglass prescription
- Refraction to determine your exact eyeglass prescription
- Slit lamp to check for common eye diseases and conditions
- Retinal photo screenings to test for diabetic retinopathy
- Tonometry to test for glaucoma
- Ophthalmoscopy to examine the optic nerve, retina, and blood vessels
Our Dedication to Technology
At Vision Source on Long Point, we continually invest in cutting-edge technology to provide the most effective and tailored solutions for myopia control and overall eye care.
Recently, we have introduced a new multipurpose machine that combines several essential functions into one device. This advanced tool measures the length of the eyeball, performs corneal topography, and assesses meibomian glands, which are crucial in diagnosing and managing dry eye.
The integration of these features into one machine streamlines the process, providing a more comprehensive understanding of the patient’s eye health.
By leveraging this technology, we can offer a more customized approach to treatments for myopia management, ocular surface diseases, corneal irregularities, and dry eye management, ensuring the best possible outcomes for our patients.
How often should I get a comprehensive eye exam?
Most eye care professionals recommend yearly eye exams. But it depends on your age, risk factors, and whether or not you wear corrective lenses.
Vision Source on Long Point recommends children have their eyes examined at 6 months old, three years old, at the start of school, and every year throughout the school years and beyond.
What about contact lens exams?
A comprehensive eye exam typically does not include a contact lens fitting. So you may need to schedule a separate contact lens exam.
Just let us know when you schedule your appointment, and we’ll make sure you are taken care of.
Make healthy vision a priority in your life and in the lives of the ones you love. Schedule a comprehensive eye exam at Vision Source on Long Point now.