Blending state of the art technology with attention to the finest detail, it is our hope to provide not only the best eye examination you’ve ever had, but the best experience you’ve had during your comprehensive eye exam. After all, an eye exam isn’t just about checking your prescription, but taking a vital look into the health of your eyes and what they say about your overall well being.
Eye Care
WELL-VISION HEALTH CHECK
Visual acuity, eye reflexes, eye muscles and alignment, and peripheral visual fields are all routinely screened for.
Examination of the eye begins at the front of the eye utilizing a slitlamp before observing the back of the eye using wide-field retinal imaging or dilation drops while examining your for ocular disease (i.e. glaucoma, cataracts, macular degeneration).
This also may detect systemic conditions such as diabetes or hypertension that have begun to affect the eye.
REFRACTION
After measuring how well you can see, the doctor will determine whether you would benefit from using glasses or if there is a need for an adjustment in your current glasses.
Candidacy for contact lenses or laser procedures such as LASIK or PRK can also be determined.
CONTACT LENS EXAM
If interested in and deemed a candidate for contact lens use, the doctor will determine your type of lens, fit, and contact lens prescription, which must be adjusted from your glasses prescription due to being in contact with the eye.
In addition to this, the health of your eyes in relation to contact lens use can be monitored.
MEDICAL COMPREHENSIVES
Some patients may require regular monitoring as suggested by other medical providers due to conditions such as diabetes or certain medication use.
Annual well-vision exams are the foundation for monitoring such conditions for stability, with medical office visits supplementing any further need for management.
State-of-the-Art Technology
CARRBORO FAMILY VISION IN CHAPEL HILL PRIORITIZES THE USE OF TECHNOLOGY TO HELP US PROVIDE YOU THE BEST CARE POSSIBLE.
All tests and imaging are performed using the most advanced tools available. Every instrument we use is chosen for its effectiveness in optimizing and streamlining your experience in our office, from optical coherence tomography (OCT) to cutting-edge cameras for internal and external color imaging.
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CONTACT LENS EXAM
Contact lens examinations are not a general part of a well-vision exam, but can be completed in the same visit as a routine. If a patient has an up-to-date well-vision examination within the last six months, they may return for a standalone contact lens exam.
NEW CONTACT LENS WEARERS
After a thorough comprehensive examination, a prescription can be determined by your doctor. Vision, comfort, and fit quality are all considered in the pursuit of the best lens fit for you. Before coming in, consider how many days a week you intend to wear them, or for what purpose. This may determine the best type of lens, such as a daily or monthly, for your lifestyle. After the examination, your doctor and technician will teach you how to insert and remove the lenses safely, how to care for the lenses, and how to care for your eyes with healthy contact lens habits.
After finishing the exam, if you have successfully demonstrated insertion and removal of the lenses, you will be sent home to try out your new lenses! A no-charge follow-up will be scheduled one week later to check in on your progress, and if they are a good fit, the prescription would be finalized, allowing you to place an order for a supply of contact lenses.
EXISTING CONTACT LENS WEARERS
The focus of your exam will be checking for prescription changes, examining the surface of your eye, and making sure the lens you’re wearing is the best choice for your comfort and lifestyle. If the lens you’ve been wearing is no longer working well, our doctors will work with you to determine some better options before ultimately refitting you with a new lens.
MEDICAL EXAMS
In addition to providing well-vision care, we treat many medical ocular conditions including:
- Allergies
- Cataracts
- Conjunctivitis
- Diabetic Eye Disease
- Dry Eye Syndrome
- Eye Trauma
- Glaucoma
- Macular Degeneration
- Many Others
Emergency Services
WE ARE ALWAYS AVAILABLE TO TREAT EYE-RELATED EMERGENCIES.
If you are experiencing sudden vision loss, significant eye pain, or flashing lights in your field of vision, please reach out to us immediately at 919-929-7111. If it is after hours, our answering machine will provide information for contacting our on-call doctor.
Coordinated Care
If you have previously worked with another health or eye care provider to meet your prevention or treatment needs, Carrboro Family Vision in Chapel Hill can contact them on your behalf and request any and all necessary information from that provider.
TO FACILITATE THIS PROCESS, WE MAY REQUEST THAT YOU FILL OUT A RECORDS RELEASE FORM.
