Frequently Asked Questions

Our eye exams use advanced imaging technology for undilated retinal imaging, ensuring a comfortable and thorough experience without the air puff test.

Yes. OPT-ISM offers advanced retinal imaging that can allow the doctor to view the back of the eye without dilation for many routine exams. Dilation may still be recommended when medically necessary or when a more detailed view is needed.

Yes. OPT-ISM provides diabetic eye exams to check for signs of diabetic eye disease, including changes in the retina. Patients with diabetes should have routine eye exams to help detect problems early, even when vision seems normal.

Yes. OPT-ISM evaluates patients for glaucoma risk using eye pressure testing, optic nerve evaluation, retinal imaging, and additional testing when needed. Glaucoma often has no early symptoms, so routine exams are important for early detection.

Most adults benefit from annual eye exams, though some patients may need more frequent visits depending on eye health and medical history.

Yes. Most patients benefit from a yearly comprehensive eye exam, even if their vision feels stable. Eye exams check your prescription, eye health, and can help detect early signs of conditions like glaucoma, diabetes-related eye disease, dry eye, cataracts, and macular degeneration.

A comprehensive eye exam at OPT-ISM may include vision testing, prescription measurement, eye pressure testing, eye health evaluation, and retinal imaging when appropriate. We also take time to discuss your symptoms, lifestyle, screen use, contact lens needs, and long-term eye health.

A vision exam focuses mainly on checking your glasses or contact lens prescription. A medical eye exam evaluates eye health concerns such as diabetes, glaucoma, dry eye, eye pain, flashes, floaters, infections, or vision changes related to medical conditions.

Yes. Patients taking Plaquenil or hydroxychloroquine may need specialized eye testing to monitor for medication-related retinal changes. OPT-ISM can perform advanced testing and imaging to help monitor eye health while using high-risk medications.

Yes. OPT-ISM evaluates and monitors patients with macular degeneration using advanced eye health testing and retinal imaging. Early detection and regular monitoring are important for protecting long-term central vision.

Yes. OPT-ISM evaluates dry eye symptoms such as burning, watering, redness, irritation, blurry vision, and contact lens discomfort. Treatment recommendations may include artificial tears, eyelid care, prescription options, lifestyle changes, or additional testing depending on the cause.