Comprehensive Eye Exam

What a Vision Screening Does (and Doesn't Do)

• ​Measures distance vision only (visual acuity)

• Does not check your near vision, which is critical for school-aged kids and for anyone older than 40 years old

• Does not check how your eyes focus, work together, or move

• Does not check your peripheral vision

• Does not check your eye pressure, which is one of the “vital signs” of the eyes

• Does not check for sight-threatening conditions or serious medical conditions that manifest in the eyes

• Often conducted by non-eye-care professionals

• Uses basic tools (like a wall chart) without advanced testing equipment

These screenings are often done at schools, health fairs, or during routine physicals, not by eye care professionals. They have limitations in training and tools compared to what is available at an optometry or ophthalmology clinic

What a Comprehensive Eye Exam at Bright Sight Optometry Includes

At Bright Sight Optometry, our comprehensive exams look at all aspects of your vision and eye health because seeing clearly is only part of living well.

External Eye Exam
We examine the whites of your eyes, cornea, iris, eyelids, pupils, and lashes. This helps us detect dry eyes, allergies, certain autoimmune conditions, cholesterol levels, and even microscopic mites that can live on eyelashes. When pupillary testing is abnormal, it can also signal possible neurologic problems.​ ​

Internal Eye Exam
We evaluate the lens,vitreous, retina, and optic nerve looking for early signs of serious conditions like cataracts, glaucoma, macular degeneration, diabetes, hypertension, certain cancers, an impending stroke, and more. We offer dilated eye exams for a more comprehensive internal eye exam. If dilation is not desired, we also offer retinal imaging with our Eyer handheld camera.

Visual Function Testing
We test your peripheral vision, eye focusing, eye teaming, and eye movement. For pediatric patients, it’s also critical that we test depth perception and color vision. These tests help uncover issues causing eye strain, blurry vision, poor reading skills, or headaches and may even spot signs that point to neurological issues, prompting timely referrals when needed.

Glaucoma Testing
We measure the pressure inside your eyes to detect glaucoma, often called the thief of sight because it can progress without noticeable symptoms. But do not fear. We do not use an air puff machine. We use iCare, which is often tolerated more easily by patients. In addition, we use a Virtual Vision visual field to examine a patient’s peripheral vision. It is portable, user friendly, and fluent in 17 languages, making it easy and fun for young and not-so-young patients, regardless of their first language.

Precision Vision Testing
We check your vision with different lenses to see if glasses or contacts can improve it but more importantly, we ensure you're seeing 20/20 with ease, not just clarity.

We Look at the Whole You Not Just Your Eyes

Your eyes are connected to your overall health, so we take a holistic approach. During your comprehensive exam, we will talk about:

• Your medical and family history

• Any medications you're taking

• Lifestyle habits like smoking, sun exposure, and screen time

In addition, we understand that your visual tasks are multi-faceted. The way you use your eyes is unique to you and your lifestyle. Therefore, we will ask about:

• Visual tasks at work

• Visual tasks at home

• Hobbies like fishing, golfing, reading, knitting, etc.

These details help us protect your long-term eye health more thoroughly and provide glasses and contact lens recommendations more personally.

How Often Should You Get an Eye Exam?

The American Optometric Association recommends:

• Infants (birth through 2 years): first comprehensive eye exam at 6-12 months of age

• Preschool-age children (ages 3-5): at least one in-person comprehensive eye exam between ages 3 and 5

• School-age children (age 6 up through teen years): a comprehensive eye exam before first grade and then annually thereafter

• Adults 18 and older: annually

• If “at risk” for certain eye diseases, you may need to be seen more frequently.

Even if you're not having symptoms, routine eye exams are critical for early detection of vision and health issues.

Our Mission: Helping You See Clearly and Live Brightly

At Bright Sight Optometry, we're here to do more than check your prescription. We're here to partner with you in protecting one of your most vital senses for today and for the future.​
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Because when you see clearly, you can truly live brightly.

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