At Eye Centers of Florida, our approach to care is simple: your health is our priority, and we’ve made it our mission to ensure that your eyes perform at their very best.
Whether you’re experiencing eye issues, need to update your prescription, or simply want to make sure that your eyes are healthy, we perform eye exams at each of our 9 convenient locations across Southwest Florida.
You’ve probably heard that scheduling a yearly eye exam is important – and it is! But many don’t understand why.
We use our eyes every day, so it can be easy to take them for granted. An annual eye exam is the chance to check your eyes and make sure they aren’t at risk for any diseases or conditions that will threaten your sight.
For most eye problems, the earlier treatment is begun, the better the outcome. An annual eye exam is an opportunity to learn your risk of developing future eye issues and detect eye problems in their early stages so that treatment can begin immediately.
Our eyes change over time, and even the smallest change can affect your vision prescription and the clarity of your sight. During a yearly comprehensive eye exam, we’ll prescribe you with the most accurate degree of vision correction to give your eyes the help they need to see clearly.
A comprehensive eye exam takes between 45 and 90 minutes depending on your age, eye health, and general wellness.
We’ll begin by speaking with you about your medical history to determine if anything in your personal or family health history can put you at risk for eye problems.
Your doctor will check your eye movement for proper alignment and muscle function, as well as your side and peripheral vision for decreased sight. Next, if we determine that you need corrective lenses, your eye doctor will use a phoropter to compose a prescription for your glasses and contacts. If you need eyewear with your new prescription, you can visit our optical shops, where our opticians will help you find your next pair of frames.
In particular, your optometrist will take special care to examine:
The American Optometric Association recommends that eye exams be done at these intervals:
If your optometrist determines you’re at a higher risk for vision problems, they may recommend more frequent eye exams. And, if you wear glasses or contacts, you should see your Eye Centers of Florida eye doctor every year for a check-up and a renewed prescription.
It’s important to schedule an exam if you’re experiencing any of the following:
If you notice anything that causes discomfort, pain, or a change in your vision, you should schedule an eye appointment at Eye Centers of Florida. Even if your eyes and vision are healthy, we recommend scheduling a regular eye exam to make sure they stay that way.
At Eye Centers of Florida, our highly skilled eye doctors and state-of-the-art facilities are equipped to provide treatment for virtually any eye condition or disease.
Since our founding in 1971, we’ve treated hundreds of thousands of patients with cataracts, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, retinal detachments, eyelid surgery, ocular prosthetics, intraocular lens implants, and many other eye conditions.
If your eye exam uncovers a problem with your eyes, we have an experienced team of ophthalmologists in Fort Myers ready to provide an accurate diagnosis and a variety of treatment options specific to your situation.
The entire team at Eye Centers of Florida have made a commitment to your eye health. When you visit us for an eye exam, you can rest assured that your eyes are in experienced, trusted hands. Here, you’ll find nothing less than the best doctors, most-advanced technology, and truly personalized treatments.
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