Dilated Pupils and Eye Health - Kauai Family Magazine (Fall Issue)

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A comprehensive eye exam is not just an opportunity to get an updated glasses prescription, it is also to evaluate the health of your eyes.

Dilating eye drops enlarge the pupils so the doctor can obtain an optimal view inside the eye.

Why is it so important? Dilation provides a more thorough exam than a non-dilated exam. Here's how:

• Dilation gives the doctor the ability to take a very detailed look within the eyes.
• Peripheral areas of the retina can be best viewed in a dilated eye.
• A dilated exam yields a more accurate refraction and glasses prescription. It also tells the doctor if the patient has a focusing issue.
• A dilated exam is beneficial for evaluating potential surgeries.

For a couple hours post-dilation, your eyes may be light sensitive and your vision blurry. Although this can be inconvenient, it is highly recommended to opt for dilation at your next eye exam.

Click Here to View the Kaua'i Family Magazine - Fall Issue, featuring Dr. Joel E. Punzal.

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