Eye Exam in Stavanger
Why do we at Synsenteret in Stavanger recommend you to have an eye exam? It’s a good idea to test your vision regularly. Over the years, our vision tends to change. Perhaps you have started to notice that your vision is a little worse lately and that you need new glasses? Maybe you are considering a pair of computer glasses? Or maybe you have glasses and would like to try contact lenses? Regardless, we are here to help you with the optimal solution for your sight.
Eye exam
What does it entail?
When you have an eye exam at Synsenteret Stavanger, we test strength, the pressure of your eyes, and take visual field measurements. This helps us get a better understanding of your vision. In addition, these tests can help discover whether you are in the risk group for certain diseases, including glaucoma.
How often should you get an optician to test your vision? If you do not experience any change in your vision, we recommend to see an optician every two years. And we recommend tests even more often if you are under the age of 18 or over the age of 50. If you are between these age groups we recommend a checkup when you notice any changes in your vision. It is also important to have a vision test if you are changing vision products, for example from contacts to glasses or vice versa.
Additionally, if you are over 50 years old, we recommend that you take an OCT image as part of the vision test. An OCT image is a retinal image of the inner layer of the eye. With this image we get a more thorough picture of the structure of the eye. Specifically, we examine the condition of the nerve fibers and the photo cells. In some cases, the image can show us whether there are signs of high blood pressure, diabetes, and other systemic diseases.