What Is Done During a Cataract Evaluation
If you are struggling with clouded vision resulting from cataracts, getting started with a cataract evaluation is the first step towards renewing your vision. At Sight360, we take pride in offering a comprehensive range of optometry and ophthalmology services for the St Pete and Pinellas Park areas, including cataracts evaluations and state-of-the-art surgery. Our kind and knowledgeable doctors will help you understand your options and provide you with trusted guidance on every step of your cataracts journey.
What to Expect from Your Cataract Eye Exam
Knowing what to expect from your cataract eye exam can help you feel calm, comfortable, and confident. We’ll start by applying eye drops that will dilate and enlarge the pupil. This is necessary for us to get a clear look inside your eye so that we can better gauge the size of the cataract. As these drops can cause your vision to become blurry, we recommend ensuring that you have someone available to drive you to and from your cataract evaluation. Generally, these effects last for four to five hours.
In addition to taking measurements of the cataracts, we will also ask you questions about any vision problems you have been experiencing, your ocular health, and your lifestyle and well-being. This information will be crucial to helping you choose the right surgery option and lens type for your specific situation.
Next Steps
Following your cataracts examination, we will explain your options for improving your sight. For those who do not yet need surgery, we may suggest non-surgical treatment options.
For those with more advanced cataracts in search of a long-term solution, we will explain the surgical process and the kinds of lenses available. We will also discuss what you can expect to experience during cataract recovery and help you find the best financing options for your needs.
Are you ready to get started with a cataract evaluation? Schedule a consultation with Sight360 today to find out more about your cataract options in the St Pete or Pinellas Park area!
Cataract Evaluation FAQs
Eye care professionals use a visual acuity test to measure how well you see at various distances. This test involves reading letters or symbols from a chart to determine the clarity of your vision.
A slit-lamp examination allows the eye care provider to examine the structures of the eye, including the lens. By using a slit of light, they can identify any clouding, changes, or abnormalities in the lens.
During a dilated eye exam, eye drops are used to enlarge the pupils, providing a better view of the lens and the back of the eye. This allows the eye care professional to assess the extent of the cataract, its impact on vision, and the health of the retina to rule out any other causes of decreased vision.
Tonometry is a test to measure the internal pressure of the eye. While primarily used for detecting glaucoma, it can also help rule out other eye conditions that may coexist with cataracts.
Advanced imaging techniques, such as ultrasound or optical coherence tomography (OCT), may be employed in certain cases. These can provide detailed images of the eye’s internal structures, aiding in the evaluation of cataracts and visual potential. An eye care professional will discuss the severityresults of these tests and recommend appropriate treatment options.
Accepted Vision Insurance Plans
As a group, we accept many medical insurances plans alone, including popular plans like Aetna, Avmed, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, Coast to Coast, Freedom, Optimum, United Healthcare, Medicare and Wellcare Medicare. Please call our offices to verify your insurance.
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