Continuing from last week we shared a blog from visionsource four important things to bring to your eye exam. Today we are sharing from VSP important questions, thoughts and/or facts to prepare you for your next eye exam.
Important Questions to Bring to Your Next Eye Exam
BY ANGELINA F. ON JULY 6, 2016
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You may know what to expect from an eye exam, but taking a moment to prepare your thoughts beforehand can go a long way. Prepared thoughts will help you get the most out of your time with your eye doctor and optician, and get the best solution for your visual and lifestyle needs.
Describe Your Health
Your overall health shouldn’t be discounted as many health conditions can affect your vision. Are you experiencing headaches, dry or watery eyes, light sensitivity, blurred vision or trouble seeing clearly? Have these happened suddenly, or have you had these symptoms for a long time? What about your spouse or children? Have you noticed your child’s performance at school dip suddenly? This could be related to an undetected vision problem.
Share Your Hobbies
Sharing your hobbies and activities with your eye doctor and optician helps to tailor a lens and frame combination that specifically suits your lifestyle. Whether you spend your days outside in the garden, or inside on the computer, discussing your daily routine helps your eye doctor provide the best solution for your visual needs.
Ask Your Eye Doctor
The following questions can help you engage with your eye doctor, and receive some valuable input during your appointment:
How often should my family get an eye exam?
What lens enhancements do you recommend for me and my prescription?
I’ve never worn glasses/contact lenses before – what can I expect?
I’ve been hearing a lot about the effects of blue light. How can I reduce my and my family’s exposure?
What type of glasses would you recommend for my lifestyle? (Computer vision glasses, prescription sunglasses, light-reactive lenses etc.)
How do my current health conditions affect my eye health?
Meet the Optician
If you need corrective eyewear, you‘ll have the opportunity to try on frames and order your new glasses or contact lenses. Opticians can help you find a frame that looks great and fits comfortably. They can also provide expert insight about different lens materials and coatings to further customize your glasses.
If you already wear glasses or contact lenses, share your current experience. What do you like? What needs improving? Discussing this with the optician will help you get the most of your eyewear.
Pro Tip: Bring in your current eyewear or contact lenses so they can better understand what’s working well for you and what changes are needed.
Ask Your Optician
What shape frames do you recommend for me?
What lens material is best for my prescription?
What are my options for lightweight lenses?
Are there glasses that are more helpful for my particular hobbies?
Can you tell me about lenses that darken when I go outside?
Can you tell me about lenses that reduce blue light exposure?
How might I benefit from a second pair of glasses?
Can you share any recommendations for taking care or my glasses or contact lenses?