Colorado Springs Eye Care
VISION AND MEDICAL EYE EXAMS
Protect your vision by scheduling a yearly eye exam. Regular check-ups help ensure clear, healthy sight for years to come. Patients trust Dr. Anderson to provide comprehensive eye care tailored to their needs.
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At your first visit, you’ll receive a complete eye exam using the latest diagnostic technology. The process is quick, comfortable, and completely pain-free—similar to having a photograph taken.
Why Are Eye Exams So Important?
Prioritize your vision with Dr. Anderson’s comprehensive eye exams. These detailed evaluations play a key role in preserving long-term eye health by detecting conditions such as cataracts, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, retinal disorders, and more. Many eye diseases can progress quietly with little to no symptoms, making regular exams essential for early detection and treatment.
What Does an Eye Exam Include?
- A comprehensive slit lamp examination to assess and detect various eye conditions and diseases. The test ordered will depend on your ocular condition.
- Advanced diagnostic testing includes:
- Autorefractor – provides precise measurements to determine your eyeglass prescription.
- Pentacam Topography– offers a detailed assessment of corneal shape and overall corneal health.
- Optos Wide-Field Fundus Camera – allows thorough retinal evaluation to detect glaucoma, macular degeneration, and diabetic retinopathy.
- OCT (Optical Coherence Tomography) – delivers in-depth imaging to identify early signs of macular degeneration and other retinal conditions.
- Pentacam AXL Optical Biometer & IOL Master 700 – ensure highly accurate measurements for cataract surgery planning, supporting the best possible outcomes.A comprehensive slit lamp exam is performed to evaluate and identify a range of eye conditions and diseases. The specific tests ordered will be tailored to your eye health needs.
Autorefractor To Check For Refractive Error
Topography To Map the Eye’s Surface
Retina OCT To Screen For Macular Degeneration
Optos Camera Fo Screen For Retinal Tears
IOL Biometer
Slit-lamp Exam To Check For Eye Disease
What If I Just Need an Updated Eyeglasses Prescription?
A routine vision exam is a brief visit designed to check your vision and update your eyeglass prescription. It focuses mainly on vision correction and does not cover medical eye conditions such as cataracts. In some cases, if Dr. Anderson detects an issue that requires further evaluation, the visit may be expanded into a medical or comprehensive eye exam.
A comprehensive eye exam is more in-depth, similar to a medical consultation. It includes a dilated eye exam and advanced diagnostic testing to thoroughly assess both vision and overall eye health. This type of exam is vital for detecting eye diseases in their earliest stages—when treatment is most effective—including cataracts, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, and macular degeneration.
VISION AND MEDICAL EYE EXAM
What are Some Common Eye Conditions?
Cataract or Clouded Lens
Dr. Anderson screens for all eye conditions including:
- Dry Eye Disease
- Blepharitis
- Keratoconus [Corneal Crosslinking]
- Cataracts [Cataract Surgery]
- Eye Infections and Allergies
- Diabetes
- Glaucoma
- Medication Toxicity Monitoring [Plaquenil]
- Advanced Glaucoma Diagnostics
What is Dry Eye Disease?
Dry eye disease (DED)—also known as dry eye syndrome (DES) or keratoconjunctivitis sicca (KCS)—is a multifactorial condition that affects the tear film and the surface of the eyes. It can cause irritation, blurred vision, and tear film instability, which may lead to damage of the eye’s surface if left untreated. While over-the-counter eye drops can provide temporary relief, Dr. Anderson offers advanced treatment options, including prescription eye drops and punctal plugs, to deliver more effective and lasting relief for those suffering from dry eye symptoms.
What is Glaucoma?
Glaucoma, often called the “silent thief of sight,” is a progressive eye condition that can cause permanent damage before any obvious vision changes are noticed. It includes a group of diseases that damage the optic nerve—the crucial pathway that carries visual information from the eyes to the brain. Without advanced testing, glaucoma often goes undetected, as it typically begins with subtle loss of peripheral vision.
What is Macular Degeneration?
Macular degeneration is a condition that affects the central portion of the retina, which is responsible for sharp, detailed vision. In its early stages, it may cause no noticeable symptoms, or it may present as blurred or reduced vision in one or both eyes. Early warning signs often include difficulty reading or driving, particularly in dim lighting. As the condition progresses, symptoms can include visual distortion and blind spots, especially in or near the central field of vision.
What is Blepharitis?
Blepharitis is an inflammation of the eyelids that often affects the tear glands located along the eyelid margins and around the eyelashes. Under normal conditions, these glands produce meibum—an oil similar to olive oil—that helps keep natural tears stable. When the glands become inflamed, however, they may produce a thick, waxy oil instead. This condition, known as meibomian gland dysfunction (a form of blepharitis), can reduce the quality of the tear film and contribute to dry eye disease.
