We truly believe in routine eye examinations so that you can see as clearly as possible. Once you have to get glasses or contacts, it is even more important to watch the health of your eyes. You also need routine checks to ensure your prescription has not changed.
To ensure good eye health and vision, we are very proud to offer the following services:
- Eye Exams
- Contact Lens Exam
- Hard To Fit Contact Lenses
- Cataracts
- Evaluations for Glaucoma and Macular Degeneration
- Frames
- Sunglasses
- Dry Eye Treatment
- Sports Vision and Sports Vision Therapy – Coming Soon!
Eye Exams
Farsightedness, known as hyperopia, makes it difficult to see objects close by. If you are experiencing farsightedness, corrective lenses such as glasses or contact lenses will be prescribed. After a thorough examination, we will determine the prescription that’s best for you.
Contact Lens Exam
Nowadays, most people prefer to wear contacts instead of glasses. If you are interested in contact lenses, please let your eye doctor know prior to your appointment. During your exam, we will discuss the various contact lenses available and determine the best option based on your individual needs and lifestyle.
Hard To Fit Contact Lenses
Do you find wearing contact lenses impossible? Are your regular contacts painful or constantly uncomfortable? You are not alone. Due to a variety of factors such as individual eye shape, specific conditions, impairments, or the aftermath of surgery, some patients are considered to have more difficulty wearing contacts than others.
Cataracts
Cataracts cause a clouding of the lens in the eye, making your vision appear to be foggy. Cataracts are the most common cause of vision loss in people over 40 and are the leading cause of blindness in the world.
Your eyes are meant to naturally adjust to normal light changes, adjust focus, and allow us to see both near and far. Your lens is primarily made up of water and proteins. The proper arrangement of these proteins is what contributes to normal vision. Some of these proteins clump together forming a clouding of the lens.
Evaluations for Glaucoma and Macular Degeneration
Glaucoma occurs from damage to the eye’s optic nerve and can often lead to loss of vision and blindness. To detect glaucoma, our highly trained doctors will perform a proper screening to determine severity, examine the damage, and help you manage your glaucoma.
Macular degeneration is a deterioration of the central portion of the retina, the inside layer of the eye that records the images we see and sends them through the optic nerve from the eye to the brain for processing. The macula, or the center of the retina, is responsible for focusing central vision in the eye and controls our ability to see and process information.
Frames
There are many different styles, shapes, and materials to choose from when picking out the best frames for your lenses. This can sometimes be an overwhelming and difficult decision, but at Owensboro Family Eye Care, Family Eye Care of Henderson and Family Eye Care of Newburgh, we are happy to help you find the best frames for your specific wants and needs. Although frames are primarily a style choice, they are also affected by prescription strength. High-index prescriptions may limit which frames can support your lenses, but our friendly opticians are happy to help you find the right solution!
Frame material is also an important choice that needs to be made when choosing your frames. For our patients with metal allergies, we offer several options in alternative frame materials such as plastic or acetate. Since plastic and acetate frames are generally not adjustable, it is crucial to get the proper fit. Stainless steel frames are also an option as it tends to be less irritating than other metals for those with sensitive skin. Titanium is another alternative, and they are incredibly lightweight as well as durable and hypoallergenic.
Sunglasses
Sunglasses are designed to protect your eyes from sunlight. While all tinted lenses help to protect your eyes from sunlight, some will protect your eyes better than others. Sunglasses with lenses that block ultraviolet sunlight are the best option. Although sunglasses can be expensive, there are many affordable brands that provide great protection from harmful sunlight as well. If you are interested in finding the best brand of sunglasses for your lifestyle, we can help you find them.
Dry Eye Treatment
Owensboro Family Eye Care is now offering an alternate treatment method to reduce the dependency on eye drops for Dry Eye Disease and symptoms. Intense Pulsed Light therapy (IPL) has been used for years by dermatologists to treat a variety of skin conditions such as vascular facial lesions, rosacea, and pigmented areas as well as wrinkle and hair removal. More recently, it was discovered that patients who had undergone these skin treatments had improvement in their dry eye condition.
The light settings are based on your skin type. A protective eye shield is gently placed to cover your eyes. A cool gel is then applied onto the skin surface and then the IPL treatment is performed. Most patients experience a tingling and heating sensation as the light is applied. Lastly, if needed, the meibomian glands are expressed to relieve the gland obstructions.
The procedure is relatively comfortable and quick, with total time taking only about 10 to 15 minutes. Patients achieve best results with four treatments initially (one every 3-4 weeks) and then maintenance treatments may be needed on a semi-annual or annual basis. This can vary depending upon each individual patient’s disease severity. Many patients schedule treatments every 3-6 months regularly not only because of the beneficial effect on dry eye but also because they like the improved appearance of the skin from the photo-rejuvenation process.