How to Prepare For An Eye Exam

How to Prepare For An Eye Exam

How to Prepare For An Eye Exam

How to Prepare For An Eye Exam

How to Prepare For An Eye Exam at Our West Hollywood Optometrist

Regular eye exams provide the most successful treatment by helping catch eye diseases early, as well as keep corrective lens prescription up-to-date. But if you haven't had an eye exam in a while or your vision has significantly changed since your last exam, you may be unsure what to expect and even intimidated. To help us best help you, learn how to prepare for an eye exam at our West Hollywood optometrist, Positive Eye Ons Optometry Optometry.
 

Questions to Answer Before Your West Hollywood Eye Exam

Sometimes when you're on the spot, you forget to mention bothersome symptoms or can't recall the starting date of a problem. Before your appointment, take notes. Questions to answer before your West Hollywood eye exam:
 

  • Have I noticed changes to my vision? What are they? When do they occur (day, night, driving, watching TV, reading)? When did they start?

  • Am I following care instructions for my glasses or contacts? If not, why and how can we help you in this area?

  • Has my health changed since my last appointment? And is there a history of eye disease in my family?
     

Items to Bring to Our West Hollywood Optometrist

Before you head out the door, make sure to bring these items to our West Hollywood optometrist:
 

  • List of prescription and over-the-counter medications, including doses

  • All current prescription lenses

  • Insurance and primary care physician information

  • Someone to take you home if you have your eyes dilated
     

Questions to Ask Your Optometrist

We always welcome your questions. Some good questions to ask your optometrist may include:
 

  • Have my eyes changed and how?

  • What are my eye care options? Am I a candidate for prescription lenses, contacts or laser vision correction?

  • Should I make any changes to my eye care, including eye drops, prescription sunglasses or sports vision wear?
     

Schedule Your Appointment Today

Now that you know how to prepare, give us a call at (323) 651-5646 to schedule your West Hollywood eye exam appointment at Positive Eye Ons Optometry.



Date Posted: August 28, 2018​​​​​​​
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