Comprehensive Eye Exams Arden Hills
All You Need to Know
Are you looking for a complete assessment of your eye health and vision? Our comprehensive eye exams in Arden Hills go beyond the basics, using state-of-the-art technology to thoroughly evaluate both your visual performance and overall eye health. We proudly partner with a wide range of insurance providers, including VSP, EyeMed, BCBS, Medica, HealthPartners, UnitedHealthcare, and more. Additionally, we provide open-access services for many vision plans, such as Davis and Spectera.
Patient History + Background
A detailed patient health history is essential for your comprehensive eye exam, serving as the foundation for precise diagnosis and tailored treatment. By sharing accurate and thorough information, our doctors can identify any important conditions that require attention. This includes not only your individual medical history but also any family history of eye or systemic issues, such as diabetes or hypertension, that might influence your vision. It’s also crucial to inform us of any medication allergies, as this helps avoid potential adverse reactions. We consider environmental factors—such as exposure to allergens, UV light, and extended screen time—that may affect your eye health and comfort. By understanding your complete health profile, our doctors can personalize their care to address all aspects of your eye health. This thorough evaluation enhances long-term outcomes and encourages a proactive approach to maintaining your vision.
Visual Acuity
Our doctors employ the Snellen Eye Chart to evaluate your visual clarity and distance vision. While seated at a designated distance, you'll read letters or symbols that decrease in size as you progress down the chart. This test assesses the visual acuity of each eye, both with and without corrective lenses. For children and patients who are non-verbal or bilingual, we provide various charts, symbols, and tailored techniques to ensure accurate and dependable results.
Refraction + Binocular Vision
Refraction is the name for that well-known ``one or two`` test you take during your eye exam. This procedure aids in figuring out the best prescription to get the best possible eyesight. Using their experience, our experts determine the ideal ratio between comfort and sharpness, then craft a prescription that works for your everyday activities. To make sure your vision fits your lifestyle, we also evaluate the coordination of your eyes. Our main goal is to always keep you comfortable while giving you the best possible vision.
Basic Color Vision Evaluation
To detect color blindness, inherited deficits in color vision, and any other potential eye health concerns that may impact your color vision in the future, our doctors do screenings. We utilize cutting-edge techniques in addition to the conventional Ishihara color plate test to give you a thorough assessment of your color vision and guarantee that your general eye health stays optimal. **Examining your eyes' general health is the most important part of a comprehensive examination. We provide a range of examinations to detect any current or possible ocular disorders and illnesses affecting the interior and exterior components of the eye. Your vision and your health may suffer long-term consequences if these problems go undiagnosed.
Slit Lamp Evaluation
We utilize a slit lamp to conduct a thorough examination of both the front and back of the eye. This instrument, paired with a high-intensity light, enables our doctors to carefully assess the internal and external structures of your eyes. Each slit lamp in our office is also equipped with a DSLR MVC camera, allowing us to capture detailed images that assist in diagnosing conditions such as cataracts, conjunctivitis, glaucoma, melanoma, and carcinomas, while also providing valuable educational insights for our patients.
Early detection and timely treatment of eye diseases are crucial for maintaining long-term vision health. We prioritize patient education to encourage regular annual eye exams, which are essential for preventing vision loss. The eyes provide a unique, non-invasive view into the body’s overall health, and during a comprehensive exam, we can identify systemic conditions like diabetes, high blood pressure, melanoma, lupus, thyroid issues, and even certain cancers.
Contact Lens Evaluations
We provide a detailed review of your contact lenses as part of your comprehensive eye exam in Arden Hills. Our experts will consider your lifestyle and any health issues that may affect the contact lens selection process when doing this evaluation. With ongoing innovations in contact lens technology, we are proud to offer a variety of options tailored to your specific vision needs. These include daily and monthly disposables, toric lenses for astigmatism, multifocal lenses, monovision options, toric multifocals, scleral lenses, Ortho-K lenses, rigid gas permeable (RGP) lenses, and hybrid styles.
For those who are new to wearing contact lenses or haven’t used them in a while, we provide personalized training sessions. We understand that adjusting to contact lenses can be challenging, especially for those unfamiliar with the proper handling techniques. Our one-on-one training with experienced technicians is designed to enhance your confidence and make the process of inserting and removing lenses as smooth as possible.
Vision Therapy
Art of Optiks provides a specialized program called Vision Therapy that is intended to improve visual efficiency and performance in people of all ages. Improving eye coordination is the aim of this therapy, which can have a significant favorable effect on general visual functioning, athletic performance, and reading comprehension.
Dry Eye
Do your eyes feel fatigued by the end of the day? Do you experience burning sensations upon waking or find yourself eager to remove your contacts? We offer a specialized approach to diagnosing and treating dry eye symptoms. Reach out to us today to learn how we can help you find relief!
Locations & Doctors
Each patient at Art of Optiks receives the best possible optical expertise and care from a team of exceptionally talented doctors. Providing our patients with exceptional care and education about their visual issues is our top priority. Every step of the journey, our doctors keep a transparent environment with each patient, making them aware and responsive. Art of Optiks will consistently give you the best possible customer experience with convenience and simplicity.
Currently, we have two locations that offer a variety of services to our patients. We have offices located in Wayzata and Edina, Minnesota with doctors Timothy Haupert and Victoria Whitman.
