Adult Eye Exams

Regular eye examinations are an important part of general health maintenance.  Too often, people put off having eye exams because their vision seems satisfactory, not knowing that in doing so they are putting their vision and health at risk.  The eye is truly the window to one’s body, as changes in the retinal blood vessels can indicate other medical problems such as diabetes, high cholesterol and hypertension. 

There are many components to comprehensive eye examination at Milwaukee Eye Care.  We begin with obtaining a complete medical and ocular history from the patient, including family history of pertinent diseases.  This includes information about current medications being taken and drug allergies. Bringing a list of medications with you to your exam is often helpful.  Questions are then asked with regard to the main reason for the visit and any concerns the patient has about the current problems.

The vision testing includes measurements of the vision both with and without eyeglasses or contact lenses, peripheral vision check, color vision screening when appropriate, and a measurement called a refraction, which determines the eye’s best visual acuity by finding the best possible eyeglass prescription. A test of the muscles that control the position of the eyes and their movement is performed as well as a simple yet highly valuable test of pupillary movement which can detect problems in the brain which affect the eyes.

Glaucoma screening is done with a gentle instrument which measures the pressure inside the eye.  Following this, the pupils are dilated with drops.  Next, an examination of the eyelids, conjunctiva, cornea, front chamber of the eye and iris is performed.  After dilation of the pupils, the lens, vitreous tissue in the back chamber of the eye, retina (the film lining the inside of the eye) and optic nerve are carefully examined.

The eye care professionals at Milwaukee Eye Care provide thorough, comprehensive eye exams and will take the time to explain your diagnoses and discuss your treatment options with you.  To schedule an appointment, call 414-271-2020.