General Eye Services
Our practice offers a variety of general eye examination services that are outlined below.
Routine Eye Examinations
Routine eye exams play a crucial role in maintaining optimal eye health, overall well-being, and allow for the early detection and management of various ocular conditions such as cataracts, glaucoma, and age-related macular degeneration. Additionally, routine eye exams can also provide insight into your overall health, as many systemic diseases, including diabetes and hypertension, can manifest early signs in the eyes. Timely identification of these conditions through routine exams enables prompt treatment, leading to better outcomes and improved quality of life. Our doctors perform these exams for patients age 5 years and above. Pacific Optometry Group offers state-of-the-art technology for comprehensive and advanced eye exams.
Acute/Medical Eye Exams
Evaluation/treatment of acute medical eye issues: - Foreign Body Removal (metal, wood, dust, etc.) - Red Eyes - Acute Eye Pain - Sudden onset flashes/floaters/curtain vision - Corneal ulcer/abrasions - Sudden onset blurred vision *Please call our office so that we can properly triage your case.
Optical Gallery
Our experience optical staff will assist you in choosing the right frames and lens material for your unique lifestyle. Our gallery has a collection of adult and children's frames, sport goggles, polarized sunglasses, and a few frames with sunglass magnet options. After choosing your frame, our optician will discuss in-depth options and recommendations for lens materials and add-ons that will benefit your lifestyle or work environment.
Refractive Surgery Referrals
Upon completion of your routine examination, our doctors will discuss whether you may be a candidate for refractive correction surgery such as: - LASIK (Laser-assisted In Situ Keratomileusis) - PRK (Photorefractive Keratectomy) - Visian ICL (Implantable Collamer Lens) - SMILE (Small incision lenticule extraction)
Imaging / Photo Documentation
Our optometrist's exam lane is equipped with both an anterior and posterior segment imaging device that can magnify and photo-document various conditions the structures of the eye.
Pediatric eye exams are of great importance in ensuring the proper visual development and overall eye health of children. These exams are specifically designed to assess and address any potential vision issues in children. Early detection and treatment of eye problems are crucial for optimal learning and academic performance. Pediatric examinations can identify common issues like nearsightedness (myopia), farsightedness (hyperopia), astigmatism, amblyopia ("lazy eye"), and strabismus (eye deviation), which can significantly impact a child's ability to see clearly and participate fully in academic and extracurricular activities. Additionally, eye exams can also detect more serious eye conditions or diseases that may require immediate intervention. By prioritizing pediatric eye exams, parents can ensure their child's vision is well cared for and sets them up for a lifetime of healthy eyesight.