Eye test for Astigmatism
Astigmatism Eye Test in Dallas
Clear, focused vision starts with knowing exactly how your eyes bend light.
Do street lights look like they have halos at night, or does fine print blur no matter how close or far you hold it? These are common signs of astigmatism, a refractive error that changes how light focuses inside your eye. An astigmatism eye test measures exactly how your cornea and lens are shaped, so your optometrist can prescribe the right correction. At Clear Vision Optical in Dallas, Melbourne, our eye exam for astigmatism is bulk billed for eligible Medicare patients and included in every comprehensive eye exam.
What Causes Blurry Vision Like This?
Astigmatism happens when the cornea or the lens inside your eye has an irregular shape, rather than the smooth, even curve of a healthy eye. This causes light to focus unevenly on the retina, producing blurred or distorted vision at both near and far distances.
Astigmatism is often present alongside short-sightedness or long-sightedness, and can run in families. It may also develop after an eye injury, eye surgery, or a condition called keratoconus, where the cornea gradually thins and changes shape.
Signs You May Have Astigmatism
Astigmatism symptoms often build up gradually, and are easy to mistake for tiredness. Watch out for:
- Blurred or distorted vision at any distance.
- Squinting to bring objects into focus.
- Eye strain or discomfort, especially after reading or screen use.
- Frequent headaches.
- Difficulty seeing clearly at night, or seeing halos around lights.
- Needing to tilt your head to see more clearly.
If any of these sound familiar, an astigmatism eye test is the quickest way to find out what’s going on.
Treatment Options for Astigmatism
Most astigmatism is easily corrected once an eye test for astigmatism has confirmed the type and degree involved. Depending on your results, your optometrist may recommend:
- Prescription glasses ground to correct the irregular curve of your eye.
- Soft or rigid contact lenses, including toric lenses designed specifically for astigmatism.
- Referral for further assessment if the astigmatism is severe or linked to a condition like keratoconus.
If neglected, astigmatism can contribute to persistent headaches, eye strain, and reduced performance at school or work, so it’s worth acting on the results of your astigmatism eye test.
How We Test for Astigmatism
An eye test for astigmatism at Clear Vision Optical uses a combination of these techniques:
Visual Acuity Test
Reading letters on a distance chart shows how clearly you see at various distances, and highlights any blur that needs further investigation.
Keratometry
A focused circle of light measures the curve of your cornea, helping your optometrist pinpoint the type and degree of astigmatism.
Autorefraction and Retinoscopy
Using light reflected from the back of your eye, your optometrist measures how your eye focuses light and calculates your exact prescription.
Corneal Topography
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We recommend that everyone should have an eye test with an optometrist at least once every 2 years.
Astigmatism Eye Test FAQs
What if the results show something more serious?
If your eye exam for astigmatism shows a significant or unusual result, we refer you promptly to an ophthalmologist for further assessment.
Can children have astigmatism?
Yes. Astigmatism can be present from birth and is often picked up during routine childhood eye tests.
Is an astigmatism eye test bulk billed?
Yes. All appointments, including your astigmatism eye test, are bulk billed for eligible Medicare patients at Clear Vision Optical.
Book Your Astigmatism Eye Test Today
Clear Vision Optical offers a comprehensive astigmatism eye test at our Dallas, Melbourne clinic, bulk billed for all eligible Medicare patients. Don’t let blurry vision hold you back any longer.
Book your appointment today and see the difference clearer vision makes.