Month: July 2023
What is Astigmatism?
Eye care specialists perform a number of tests in order to accurately detect astigmatism. These tests include visual acuity test and an instrument referred to as a "keratometer". Astigmatism is an eye condition that affects near- and distant vision, depending on your eyes’ shape and function. Causes Astigmatism is a result of an irregularly-shaped cornea…
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What is Astigmatism?
Eye care specialists employ numerous tests to accurately detect astigmatism and other vision conditions, including visual acuity assessment tests and an instrument called a Keratometer. Astigmatism is a relatively common eye condition that impairs both near- and distance vision, depending on the shape and function of your eyes and how they bend (refract) light rays.…
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What is an Eye Refraction Examination?
Refractions are an important component of a complete eye exam. They help doctors establish prescriptions and detect diseases that do not show symptoms until much later. The first step in the refraction is to measure how light bends through your pupil as well as the lens on each eye. They can then identify refractive issues…
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