Optometrist & Specialty Contact Lenses Professional located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Our eyes, often referred to as the windows to the soul, are intricate organs that require regular attention and care. Two crucial components of comprehensive eye examinations are eye dilation and retinal imaging.
What is the purpose of eye dilation?
Eye dilation, is achieved by using dilating eye drops, involves enlarging the pupils to allow for a more thorough examination of the internal structures of the eye. The temporary side effect is increased light sensitivity and blurry vision.
Why is it important to get dilated?
Eye dilation enables eye care professionals obtain a detailed view of the internal structures of the eye, including the retina, optic nerve, and other vital components. This deeper inspection is crucial for the early detection of various eye conditions that may not be visible without dilation, such as:
What can dilation do?
Dilated eye exam can provide insights into an individual's overall health. Detecting these indicators early can prompt further medical evaluation and intervention, contributing to overall well-being.
What is the alternative of dilation?
Advancements in technology have introduced retinal imaging as an alternative to dilation. This non-invasive technique captures detailed images of the retina, allowing for a comprehensive analysis without the need for dilating eye drops.
What are the advantages of retinal imaging?
Our eyes, often referred to as the windows to the soul, are intricate organs that require regular attention and care. Two crucial components of comprehensive eye examinations are eye dilation and retinal imaging.
What is the purpose of eye dilation?
Eye dilation, is achieved by using dilating eye drops, involves enlarging the pupils to allow for a more thorough examination of the internal structures of the eye. The temporary side effect is increased light sensitivity and blurry vision.
Why is it important to get dilated?
Eye dilation enables eye care professionals obtain a detailed view of the internal structures of the eye, including the retina, optic nerve, and other vital components. This deeper inspection is crucial for the early detection of various eye conditions that may not be visible without dilation, such as:
What can dilation do?
Dilated eye exam can provide insights into an individual's overall health. Detecting these indicators early can prompt further medical evaluation and intervention, contributing to overall well-being.
What is the alternative of dilation?
Advancements in technology have introduced retinal imaging as an alternative to dilation. This non-invasive technique captures detailed images of the retina, allowing for a comprehensive analysis without the need for dilating eye drops.
What are the advantages of retinal imaging?
11940 East Foothill Blvd, Suite 103
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91739
Monday: 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Tuesday: Varies
Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed