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I have never been much of a worrier, but when I started experiencing light flashes and floaters in my vision, I knew that something had to be wrong. I was dealing with sudden and unexplained eye pain, and I was concerned about what it might mean for my vision. Instead of ignoring the issue, I headed straight to the eye doctor's office to get the help that I needed. They carefully evaluated the issue, and my doctor told me that I had detached retinas. This blog is all about saving your vision through quick and efficient actions and knowing how to get the help that you need.

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Basics About Optometrist Services

6 June 2022
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With your eyes being as important to you as they are, it's critical for you to know who to see when you are experiencing certain things. Also, you want to know how to best go about preventative care when it comes to your eyes. These are the reasons why you should better familiarize yourself with the services of an optometrist. Here is more information on optometrist services for you to be aware of. 

Optometrists do regular eye exams

When you need to get your regular eye exam, you will go to the optometrist. They will give you an eye exam by having you look at symbols through a piece of equipment and telling them when you are seeing better or worse. Using your answers, they can determine whether you need prescription lenses, and what your prescription is if you do need them. They will also look directly at your eyes with the help of a light and make sure everything looks good. The optometrist will also test you for glaucoma. The optometrist can also fit you for contacts if you need and want them. The length of time you should allow to go by before you go in for your next exam depends on your age and other factors. This is why you want to make your next appointment according to what the optometrist tells you. 

Optometrists can sell you your prescription lenses and accessories

You should be able to purchase prescription lenses directly from optometrists. This includes glasses and contact lenses. Also, they will usually have accessories, such as a variety of cases, cleaning cloths to clean the lenses, contact cases, solutions, neck cords for glasses, and more. This can be very convenient when you find you need corrective lenses. 

Optometrists can monitor and treat a number of eye problems

There are a number of eye conditions that the optometrist can monitor and/or treat. One of the conditions they can monitor is diabetes. Since diabetes can directly affect the health of your eyes, they can monitor you for changes. They can also manage and/or treat certain eye conditions, such as glaucoma or dry eyes. 

Conclusion

Now that you have a better understanding of some of the things an optometrist can do, you will know just who to see for things like eye exams and some eye-related issues. You can also go to the optometrist any time you have concerns and want things checked out, as well as if you get something in your eye that's bothering you, or have some other types of eye problems.