Our Services

Comprehensive Eye Exams

Periodic eye and vision examinations are an essential part of preventive health care. Many eye and vision problems have no obvious signs or symptoms. As a result, individuals are often unaware that problems exist. Early diagnosis and treatment of eye and vision problems are important for maintaining good vision and eye health, and when possible, preventing vision loss. A comprehensive adult eye and vision examination may include, but is not limited to, the following tests:

• Patient History: to determine vision difficulties experienced by the patient that may limit their daily activities and other general health concerns affecting vision.
• Visual Acuity Measurement: to determine to what extent a cataract may be limiting clear vision at distance and near.
• Refraction: to determine the need for changes in an eyeglass or contact lens prescription.
• Evaluation of the Lens: (under high magnification and illumination) to determine the extent and location of any cataracts.
• Evaluation of the Retina: the back of the eye through a dilated pupil.
• Eye Pressure Measurement: the pressure within the eye.
• Supplemental Testing: for color vision and glare sensitivity.

Individual patient signs and symptoms, along with the professional judgment of the doctor, may significantly influence the testing done.

Contact Lenses ​

Contact lenses are mainly used to avoid having to wear glasses in the cases of farsightedness, nearsightedness, astigmatism, or bifocals. We fit all types of contact lenses and specialize in advanced lenses, especially with patients who have difficulty with dry eyes or Keratoconus and want contacts.

Bifocal Contact Lenses ​

Very often, individuals who reach the age of 40 find it more difficult to focus at all distances and often notice when fine print begins to blur. This condition is known as presbyopia. When people develop presbyopia, they find they need to hold books, magazines, newspapers, menus and other reading materials at arm's length in order to focus properly. Presbyopes can opt for contact lenses, also known as bifocal contact lenses, which we have available in soft lens material.

Ortho-K Contact Lenses

Nearsightedness can be corrected when an individual sleeps, with corrective lenses known as orthokeratology, or ortho-k. Ortho-k is a special type of contact lenses that can be worn during the night time. It gently reshapes the surface of the eye so an individual can see clearly even after the lenses are removed. The effect is temporary, but is enough for a person to get through the day if the special lenses are worn each night.

Dry Eye Syndrome

Dry eye syndrome is a chronic lack of sufficient lubrication and moisture in the eye. Its consequences range from subtle but consistent irritation, to ocular inflammation of the anterior (front) tissues of the eye. Dry eye syndrome is commonly under-diagnosed and an individual may not even be aware that they have dry eyes. Symptoms such as scratching and burning in the eyes, persistent dryness, excessive watering, or a “foreign body sensation”—the feeling that something is in the eye may indicate dry eye syndrome. Our doctors will allow the patient to go through dry eye therapy that may consist of but is not limited to: artificial tears, medicated eye drops, punctual plugs, and/or a recommended diet.

Keratoconus ​

Often appearing in the teens or early twenties, keratoconus is a progressive eye disease in which the normally round cornea thins and begins to bulge into a cone-like shape. This cone shape deflects light as it enters the eye on its way to the light-sensitive retina, causing distorted vision. Keratoconus can be difficult to detect, because it usually develops so slowly. However, in some cases, it may proceed rapidly. In the mildest form of keratoconus, eyeglasses or soft contact lenses may help. But as the disease progresses and the cornea thins and becomes increasingly more irregular in shape, glasses or soft contacts no longer provide adequate vision correction.

Keratitis ​

Keratitis is an inflammation of the cornea—the domed, transparent circular portion of the front of the eyeball that lies over the pupil. There are several types, including:

• Superficial Punctate Keratitis- in which the cells on the surface of the cornea
• Interstitial Keratitis- a condition present at birth
• Herpes Simplex Viral Keratitis- caused by the sexually transmitted herpes virus
• Traumatic Keratitis- results when a corneal injury leaves scar tissue.

Pink/Red Eyes ​

Pink eye is often the outcome of a viral infection in the eye. Pink eye, however, can have numerous causes such as bacteria, allergies, and foreign objects in the eye. We offer same-day appointments for patients with painful pink or red eyes.