Binocular indirect ophthalmoscopy is a part of the examination where the doctor of optometry checks for overall eye health. The optometrist is testing visual acuity. Direct ophthalmoscopy is used by the optometrist to check the health of the retina and other structures at the back of the eye. Dilation is an important part of the optometric exam. Dilation is an important part of the optometric exam.
Dilation is an important part of the optometric exam.
As part of a refraction, the optometrist checks the patient's near vision. Dilation is an important part of the optometric exam. Treating an eye injury. The optometrist uses a keratometer to measure the curvature of the cornea, the transparent front covering of the eye, an important step in contact lens fitting. Such skills include eye movement control, eye focusing, and eye coordination and teamwork between the two eyes.