Comprehensive Eye Exam
It typically includes tests to measure visual acuity (how clearly you see), refraction (to determine the need for any corrective lenses), and eye muscle function. The optometrist also examines the overall health of the eyes using specialized tools to check for conditions like glaucoma, cataracts, or macular degeneration. Additional tests may assess depth perception, color vision, and peripheral vision
Contact Lens Fitting and Consultation
This examination is a specialized eye exam that determines the best type of contact lenses for your eyes. It is different from a standard eye exam because it includes additional tests to evaluate the fit and health of your eyes for contact lens wear.
Based on the exam, the doctor prescribes the appropriate lens type (e.g., soft, rigid gas permeable, toric for astigmatism, or multifocal).
Instructions on inserting, removing, and caring for lenses are given to ensure safe use.
The doctor schedules a check-up to confirm the lenses are comfortable and not affecting eye health.
Motor Vehicle Vision Test
This is a visual acuity test, you must pass to apply for or renew a driver's license in New York. The test includes reading letters from a distance on a Snellen eye chart. In case a person needs glasses or contact lenses to pass the test, the DMV may add “driving with correction” restriction to your license