Eye Examinations

A frequently asked question when visiting my office is: "Do you have to dilate my eyes?" My answer is yes. The reason is, that the use of these dilation drops will allow me to identify and diagnose more accurately problems of the eye that might otherwise go undetected. For example, without adequate pupilary dilation, cataract formation can be entirely overlooked. Posterior vitreous detachment, the most common cause of symptoms of flashes and floaters, cannot be properly diagnosed. Diseases of the peripheral retina cannot be observed. We know the dilation experience is inconvenient, but the benefits far outweigh the potential alternatives.