Preventive Care with Regular Eye Exams
Comprehensive eye exams are about much more than just updating your glasses prescription. Your eyes can reveal early signs of systemic health issues such as diabetes, high blood pressure, or autoimmune conditions like lupus.
Our thorough eye exams not only assess your vision but also screen for eye diseases that often develop silently until vision is affected. If we detect any concerns, you won’t be alone; our experienced team will create a personalized treatment plan and support you every step of the way.
Protect your vision and overall health. Contact us to book your comprehensive eye exam today!
What Is Involved in a Routine Eye Exam?
Every eye exam begins with a conversation about you. We’ll discuss your personal and family health history, including any eye diseases, your current medications, general health, and lifestyle factors such as your work environment and hobbies.
We’ll also talk about any vision problems or concerns you may have.
Guiding You Through Your Exam
The exam continues with a series of tests to evaluate your ocular health and visual acuity, followed by a detailed discussion of the results and any next steps. Some of the tests included in your eye exam are:
- Visual acuity test & refraction: Measures how well you see and determines your ideal eyeglass prescription.
- Eye muscle test: Checks eye muscle strength and coordination for any weakness or uncontrolled movements.
- Visual field test: Detects blind spots, which may indicate potential vision loss.
- Colour vision test: Assesses for colour deficiencies (colour blindness).
- Slit-lamp exam: Examines the eyelids, conjunctiva, iris, lens, sclera, cornea, retina, and optic nerve for abnormalities.
- Retinal exam: Evaluates the back of the eye, including the retina, optic disc, and blood vessels.
- Glaucoma test (tonometry): Measures internal eye pressure to detect glaucoma.
We will review your results thoroughly and help you fully understand their meaning. If you receive a diagnosis of an eye disease, know that you’re not alone. We provide full-service disease management and treatments to support you every step of the way.
Managing Eye Disease
Some eye diseases require lifelong management, while others may need therapy or surgery. Whatever your diagnosis, Legacy Eye Care’s team of professionals is trained and experienced in disease management.
Learn more about our approach to eye disease diagnosis and management.
Glaucoma
Glaucoma is a group of diseases that damage the optic nerve, often progressing slowly and silently. Early treatment is critical because vision loss caused by glaucoma is irreversible. Treatments may include eye drops or laser surgery to manage eye pressure, with ongoing care required for life.
Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD)
AMD affects the macula, the central part of the retina responsible for sharp vision. It can cause blurred central vision, but usually does not affect peripheral sight.
- Dry AMD is related to aging and causes gradual macula deterioration. Treatment often involves antioxidants and mineral supplements to slow vision loss.
- Wet AMD occurs when abnormal blood vessels leak under the retina, distorting vision. Treatment may include eye injections to slow blood vessel growth or laser therapies to seal leaking vessels.
Diabetic Retinopathy
This condition is caused by damage to the retinal blood vessels due to diabetes and can lead to vision loss.
- Early stages may only require close monitoring and diabetes control to slow progression.
- Advanced cases often need treatments like laser surgery, vitrectomy, or anti-VEGF injections to prevent further damage.
Protect Your Eye Health & Book an Exam Today
We are proud to be part of your healthcare team. Schedule your comprehensive eye exam with Legacy Eye Care today! We’re here to answer any questions and provide the care your eyes deserve.
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- #119-3003 43 Avenue
- Stony Plain, AB T7Z 0H4
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- Phone: 780-968-9665
- Fax: 780-968-9611
- Email: reception@legacyeyecare.ca
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Legacy Eye Care
- #119-3003 43 Avenue
- Stony Plain, AB T7Z 0H4
- Phone: 780-968-9665
- Fax: 780-968-9611
- Email: reception@legacyeyecare.ca