Every new patient is given a full eye examination which takes approximately half an hour. The spectacle prescription is ascertained by at least two different methods and the eyes are examined externally and internally for conditions such as cataracts, glaucoma, macula degeneration and retinal detachments.
Regular eye examinations from birth are essential to ensure normal visual development. Squints or refractive errors left uncorrected during critical development periods will result in permanently impaired vision.
Retinal fundus photography are highly specialised forms of medical imaging dedicated to the study and treatment of ocular disorders. At Athenry Opticians we take retinal fundus photographs routinely as part of the eye examination and for diabetic retinal screening.
It is vital that your eye examination is part of your overall health care. It will not only indicate the health of your eyes, but can also allow your Optometrist to detect early symptoms of general health problems, such as diabetes or high blood pressure.
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