Lots of
people dread getting their eyes dilated at eye exams. The dilating drops often make
patients light sensitive, can cause difficulty focusing up close, and require a
ten to fifteen minute wait to take effect. However, dilation is an important part
of a complete eye exam.
Dilation drops
temporarily make the pupil larger. This gives the doctor the ability to see
more of the inside of the eye. The doctor is able to view the retina, optic
disk, and blood vessels. The effects of the dilation drops usually wear off
after about three hours.
Having
access to the back of the eye helps the doctor diagnose diseases and eye
conditions such as retinal detachment, macular degeneration, cataracts and
glaucoma. Even high cholesterol and diabetes can be seen with a dilated eye
exam. Early detection is an essential part of successful treatment for these
conditions, making dilated exams very important to eye health.
Light sensitivity
and difficulty reading for a few hours is a small price to pay when it comes to
maintaining healthy eyes. Schedule a complete eye exam (with
dilation!) with Dr. Scroggs or Dr. Bryan today.
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