An eye exam is carried out to determine if you require the need for glasses and to provide the right prescription to give you the best vision. The eye test involves looking to see if your eyes are healthy. An eye exam will involve the following;
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Medical Cards holders can avail of a free eye examination every two years.
Patients covered by PRSI, including the self employed, can have the cost of the eye exam in full.
Contact us for full details.
Some children may be entitled to free eye care, contact your local Health Service.
Patients covered by PRSI, including the self employed, can have the cost of the eye exam in full.
Contact us for full details.
Some children may be entitled to free eye care, contact your local Health Service.
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Consultation
A discussion to determine any problems you might be experiencing. eg. seeing, reading, headaches, glaucoma and family history. |
Retinoscopy
The part of the eye test, where your prescription will be roughly determined if necessary to read the chart correctly. |
Subjective Test/ Refraction
Where your final strength prescription is determined. You will read the chart, with each eye individually and then both together. |
Ophthalmoscopy
A vital health check for your eye. Searching for conditions such as cataracts, glaucoma and examines the retinas. |
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Digital Fundus Photography
The latest digital technology allows us to photograph inside your eye, store the images and compare from previous examinations |
Slit Lamp Examination
This examines many of the structures of the eye with magnification, helping us to determine the health of the eye. |
Tonometry: Pressure Check
The pressure of the eye is checked to see if it is within the normal range. |
Visual Field Test
Will test your peripheral and central fields of vision to detect any defects in the field. |
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