Eye doctor in Skokie

Vision test in Skokie

At Evanston Eyecare our vision test in Skokie helps patients achieve healthy vision and find out if they need glasses or contact lenses. We perform various tests for your eye care exam such as a slit lamp exam, refraction assessment tonometry, and visual acuity test, among other types of tests.

We also check for eye diseases such as glaucoma. These types of eye diseases can come on slowly and without warning, which is why we recommend coming in each year for an eye exam and a vision test in Skokie. A refraction is done to see if you need eyeglasses. The refraction test helps to check the level at which your eyes are functioning. Most people have either nearsightedness or farsightedness. Both are usually genetic conditions. Nearsightedness and farsightedness can also be corrected with eyeglasses and contact lenses. Glasses are curved pieces of glass that bend light rays as they approach the eye and direct them properly towards the retina. This allows for clear vision and good near and far distance. The degree of the lens’s curve changes depending on the strength of the prescription.

Those with farsightedness have a problem where the light rays come into focus behind the retina, causing them to have trouble seeing close up objects. Those who come in for a vision test in Skokie should have their prescription checked at least once a year to make sure that the eyes are still matched to the prescription. Irregular curvatures of the eye, such as the case with astigmatism, and irregularities in the retina usually cause myopia or presbyopia.

For contact lenses, eyeglasses, eye exams and checkups for both kids and adults, call our offices today. Ask us about our current specials and both our discounted budget as well as designer frames. Our staff is on hand to answer any questions you may have regarding our services.