Please feel free to browse the below Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for easy-to-access information on common questions that patients ask. For further information, please feel free to call us on (03) 6774 9000 or Contact Us.
A comprehensive eye examination will consist of:
A normal eye check-up may only include a basic subjective refraction and does not include the full eye health check. The lenses may not be optimised for low light conditions such as night driving.
Objective Refraction with the ZEISS iProfiler including:
1. Autorefraction (determines how much your eyes need to be corrected with lenses)
2. Keratometry (measuring the curvature of the anterior surface of the cornea, particularly for assessing the extent and axis of astigmatism)
3. Aberrometry (diagnoses both lower- and higher-order vision errors represented by the way the eye refracts or focuses light. Higher-order aberrations are more complex vision errors, whereas lower-order aberrations are more common vision errors such as near-sightedness, far-sightedness and astigmatism)
4. Corneal Topography (computerized test that maps the curve of your cornea. It can show problems with your eye’s surface, like swelling or scarring, or conditions such as astigmatism)
5. Including iScription Technology (this technology does not only provide you a better prescription, it also gives you access to an optimised individualised lens solution with i.Scription technology for improved colour and contrast vision as well as improved night vision)
Digital Subjective Refraction with the ZEISS SRU including:
1. Colour Vision (tests for colour blindness and red-green colour deficiency)
2. Contrast Sensitivity (is a measure of the ability of the visual system to distinguish objects from the background.)
3. Prism Testing (measures deviations of the eye)
Visual Field Testing with the ZEISS Humphrey Field Analyzer
1. Visual field tests can detect central and peripheral vision problems caused by glaucoma, stroke and other eye or brain problem
Tonometry with the ZEISS Visuplan
1. A tonometry test measures the pressure inside your eye. This test is used to check for glaucoma, an eye disease that can cause blindness by damaging the nerve in the back of the eye
Wide angle fundus examination with ZEISS Clarus
1. This helps ophthalmic practitioners to view the retinal disease and plan treatment according to the pathology. Retinal imaging techniques are useful in diagnosis and management of disorders like diabetic retinopathy, hypertensive retinopathy, age-related macular degeneration, vascular pathologies, retinal detachments, glaucoma’s, systemic infections, leukemias, systemic malignancies with ocular metastasis etc.
Digital Centration with the ZEISS iTerminal mobile
1. Mobile centration is the new way to capture patient’s individual parameters with ZEISS high precision technology. Over 20 years of experience in centration systems are now available in its most convenient form yet, allowing for flexibility. The ZEISS i.Terminal mobile centration system for iPad gathers and calculates basic fitting parameters in a few seconds.
Most consultations are half an hour, if drops are required, it could take up to an hour.
The cost of your eye examination can vary from patient to patient. For a specific price, please speak to us about pricing prior to your eye test.
Review time varies for each individual. If there are no problems, it is recommended that people under 65 have their eyes tested every 3 years and people over 65 have an eye test every year.
Children should have an eye test ASAP if anything abnormal is noticed otherwise best results are usually achieved around 4-5 years old.
In most cases your first point of contact will be the Optometrist and they will refer you to an Ophthalmologist if necessary.
Yes, UV rays can contribute to cancer cell formation, photoaging, photokeratitis, cataract formation and many more eye problems.
Extensive use of computers and other digital devices can lead to eye strain and eye fatigue which can result in symptoms such as blurry vision, headaches, eye pain and tired eyes.
This is due to a gradual loss of the ability of the lens inside your eye to focus on near objects.
There are many causes for vision loss from refraction problems (when light enters your eye that focuses incorrectly) to injury and eye diseases.
Most visual conditions are treatable. The key is to identify the reason for vision loss as early as possible and to start treatment immediately. Prevention however is always better than cure.
A person has a best corrected vision of 6/60 in their best seeing eye. This means that a legally blind person can see at 6m what the average person is able to see clearly at 60m.
It is dependent on the type of eye drop, the reason you are using the drops and the ingredients within. If you have concerns, please talk to your Optometrist.
Your Optometrist will give you a recommendation after the complete eye examination. He will take in consideration your refraction, eye health and lifestyle needs.
Your retina, which is the back lining of eye, is filled with receptors called rods and cones which detects light. These rods are responsible for light and dark and the cones near the centre of your vision are responsible for colour. There are three types of cones: red, green and blue. When some of these cone receptors are absent, it can result in the inability to see certain colours.
Depending on the type of lens design you choose, between 7-10 working days.
It all depends on your refractive error and the lens design you decide on. The practice staff will guide you to the best options available.
In most instances the cause for migraines is not your eyes but it can affect your vision temporarily. If you are concerned please consult with your GP or Optometrist.
Yes, if not controlled these health conditions can impact your eye health and vision.