Yes you can and most people do. The dilation usually only affects your near (reading) vision, distance is not usually a problem. However, if you feel more comfortable having a driver after being dilated, please bring someone with you.

Astigmatism is the shape of your eye. Instead of it being round like a basketball, it is more oval like a football (flatter in one direction and steeper in the other). Schedule an eye exam today if you are concerned you may have astigmatism.

The most common symptom is blurry vision, but some patients actually experience double vision because of astigmatism. Schdule an eye exam if you are experiencing blurry or double vision.

It is usually congenital, meaning that you were born with it. Other causes include eye disease, eye injury or previous eye surgery. Astigmatism can also change with age.

Nearsightedness means you can not see clearly at a distance. Farsightedness means you can not see clearly up close but this usually does not occur until you are in your 40s or 50s. Schedule an eye exam today if you have questions about your nearsightedness or farsightedness.

Once you’ve met your deductible, Medicare pays 80%. However, a refraction fee of $40 may be collected the day of your visit. A refraction fee is not covered by most insurances (including Medicare) and is used to determine your best-corrected vision potential and is part of a full eye exam at our office. A refraction is also necessary if you request a glasses prescription.

Call Dr. Burns today to schedule a routine eye exam. Contact us or call (502) 245-0305 if you have any questions.