A comprehensive eye examination is much more than a simple vision check. At Naderk Eye Centre, a full eye exam assesses not only how clearly you can see but also the health of every structure in your eye — from the cornea at the front to the retina and optic nerve at the back. Many serious conditions are first detected during a routine eye examination, long before any symptoms appear.

Your visit begins with a detailed discussion of your medical and family history. Our optometrist will ask about any current vision complaints, medications you are taking, and whether you have a family history of conditions such as glaucoma, cataracts, or macular degeneration. This information helps guide which tests are most important for your individual situation.

Next comes visual acuity testing using a Snellen chart to assess how clearly you see at various distances. This is followed by a refraction assessment using a phoropter — the device with rotating lenses that allows the optometrist to determine your exact prescription for glasses or contact lenses. Additional tests measure how well both eyes work together and assess colour vision and depth perception.

Eye pressure measurement (tonometry) is performed to screen for glaucoma. The optometrist then uses a slit lamp — a high-powered microscope — to examine the front of the eye in detail, checking the cornea, lens, and other anterior structures. Pupil dilation drops may be administered to allow a thorough examination of the retina, macula, and optic nerve head.

At Naderk Eye Centre, we supplement the standard examination with digital retinal photography and optical coherence tomography (OCT) where indicated. These advanced imaging technologies produce detailed cross-sectional images of the retinal layers, enabling early detection of conditions such as macular degeneration, glaucoma, and diabetic retinopathy that might otherwise be missed.

The entire examination typically takes 45 to 90 minutes. At the end of your visit, our optometrist will explain all findings in plain language, provide you with your prescription if needed, and recommend any further investigation or treatment. We encourage all patients to ask questions so they leave fully informed and confident about their eye health.