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At Steed Family Eyecare, we strive to provide comprehensive, primary eye care for the whole family. Preventative and routine eye exams are important to maintaining good eye health. Often, eye and vision problems do not have obvious symptoms or signs, but are easily diagnosed by a licensed optometrist. By diagnosing eye and vision conditions early on, our optometrist’s are able provide treatment options and in many cases restore or prevent vision loss. The American Optometric Association recommends yearly or bi-yearly eye and vision exams, depending on whether you are at-risk or not.

During an eye exam, Dr. Steed will ask you questions about any symptoms or issues you are experiencing, medications you are currently taking, any blurry vision, your work environment, and your overall health. Family history and previous eye or vision conditions will also be discussed during this part of the examination. Dr. Steed will consider this information when determining any treatments or recommendations. All exams are thorough and comprehensive with all results being explained in an easy to understand manner.

Regular vision testing and evaluations ensure that you always have the clearest vision possible. Our Tulare optometrist’s provide regular vision acuity test as part of a comprehensive eye exam. Dr. Steed will measure how each eye is seeing by using a wall eye chart and a reading eye chart. The results of these tests are portrayed as a fraction, with 20/20 being the standard for normal distance and reading vision. Depending on the results of your vision test, Dr. Steed may prescribe corrective glasses, contacts, or eye exercises. He will also be very direct on whether your current prescription has changed or not and answer any question as to why it changed.

In addition to vision testing, an eye exam in our Tulare office includes testing eye functionality. Our optometrist performs several tests to evaluate depth perception, color vision, eye muscle capabilities, peripheral vision, and responsiveness to light. Several other simple tests are completed to determine whether the eyes are focusing, moving, and working together properly. The test results enable Dr. Steed to diagnose any underlying conditions that may be impairing the eyes ability to focus or work together.

As part of a comprehensive eye exam, our Tulare optometrist’s examines the overall health of the eye through a visual examination and tonometry. Dr. Steed evaluates eye health by visually inspecting the eye and eyelids using magnification and a bright light. To examine the internal structures of the eye, we may dilate the pupils and use technology to image the inside of the eye as needed. Increased eye pressure may be an indicator of glaucoma, so we utilize tonometry to measure eye pressure. After completing these short tests, Dr. Steed review the results and discusses all treatments with you. Contact us at (559) 688-1660 today to schedule a comprehensive eye exam.

At Steed Family Eyecare, we provide comprehensive care to meet the vision needs of our patients. As an optometrist, Dr. David Steed offers pre- and post-operative care for patients undergoing LASIK eye surgery or other eye surgical procedures. Our goal is to help you attain the clearest vision possible using advanced technologies. We are familiar with many of the LASIK surgeons in the area and can recommend the best surgeon and facility to meet your needs.

LASIK (laser assisted in situ keratomileusis) surgery uses the latest advancements in technology to provide faster recovery times and precise results. LASIK surgery has been effective in treating myopia, hyperopia, astigmatism and other eye conditions. At Steed Family Eyecare, we provide evaluations and referrals for patients interested in LASIK surgery. Dr. Steed performs a complete review of your patient history as well as a full assessment of your eye health and vision. A current exam is important to determining if you are a candidate for LASIK surgery and if there are any other factors that may affect your results such as dry eyes. The history review enables our optometrist to determine if your prescription is stable and you are healthy enough to consider surgery.

Once Dr. Steed has performed the evaluation and determined whether you are a candidate for LASIK, you will be given a referral to the LASIK surgery center we have worked with on an ongoing basis. The center will perform advanced diagnostic testing and will evaluate your eligibility for surgery. Various surgery options will be discussed with you if you are determined to be a surgical candidate. We will be in correspondence with the center regarding your evaluation and surgical determination. If you are considering LASIK surgery, call us at (559) 688-1660 to schedule a consultation.

Once your surgery is scheduled, we will schedule follow-up appointments for you in our Tulare office. Typically, you will begin these follow-ups the day after the surgery and continue at prearranged times over the following six months. After 1 year, a full exam is recommended to determine the long-term results of your procedure. Dr. Steed is experienced in working with patients pre- and post-operation and will answer any questions that you have along the way. If you have questions about LASIK surgery, call (559) 688-1660 to speak with our knowledgeable staff or email us.

If you have worn glasses or contact lenses for a long time, you may have wondered if LASIK surgery is a good choice for you. While not everyone is a candidate for LASIK, it does have some great advantages. People who play sports, have allergies, or who are looking for simplicity will all benefit from LASIK. To learn more about LASIK and your vision, call Steed Family Eyecare today at (559) 688-1660.