What to expect during a diabetic exam

A diabetic eye exam is similar to a comprehensive eye exam in which several tests are performed to assess the health of the eye and your vision. In a diabetic eye exam, you can expect a few elements.

PUPIL DILATION

You may have your pupils dilated so that we can better see the back of the eye during the examination. We use drops to dilate the eye and then follow up with a magnifying lens.

Retinal Imaging Technology

During a diabetic eye exam, we use retinal imaging. This technology allows us to obtain detailed images of the retina and store those images to compare over time.