Eye Examination Resources

Does Lasik eye surgery hurt?

If you have been considering lasik eye surgery, you may be wondering whether it hurts.
Lasik Eye Surgery: What Can I Expect?
Lasik surgery doesn't hurt. The laser procedure is virtually painless. You will experience a slight pressure during the lasik eye surgery, and you will be aware of the support used to hold yo...

When should children have their first complete eye exam?

Children should have their first complete eye exam during the first year of their life. According to the American Optometric Association, infants should have their first eye exam at six months.

A complete eye exam can be performed by your family doctor, or the child's pediatrician. If problems are detected, you s...

What type of certification should I look for in an optometrist?

If you are considering an optometrist for your eye health care, you should know what kind of certification they are required to have.

To begin with, you should know that optometry is the diagnosis and treatment of disease, optical deficiencies, visual and muscular irregularities related to the eyes, and surro...

Will my eye test hurt?

If you have not had an eye test before, you may be wondering whether it will hurt. After all, we are all sensitive about anyone or anything touching our eyes.

Although an eye exam can be uncomfortable at times, it will not hurt. You will be having eye drops put into your eyes. This does not hurt, but you may find...