Welcome to our office!If you're looking for a friendly office for all of your eye care needs, you've found Our staff will assist you throughout your visit with us. We provide comprehensive ON-TIME eye care offering you the most current optical frames, contact lenses, and surgical referrals for your vision correction. We welcome walk-in prescriptions and adjustments.ServicesWe offer a wide range of eye-related services. Please call our office to schedule a consultation appointment, and we'll address your needs from there.Products and Services Include:Custom WorkFamily CarePrescriptions FilledRepairRimless GlassesRimless & Difficult Rx's are one of our Specialties Thinnest & Lightest Lens Available!Additional InformationExclusive To Basic FramesAny Prescription, Repairs

EYE EXAMS :What to expect from an eye examIt's important for adults to have eye exams on a regular basis to check for problems. Regular eye exams are critical for detecting:GlaucomaAge-related macular degeneration (AMD)CataractsDiabetic retinopathyBut everyone needs regular eye exams. This is particularly important if you have risk factors or a family history of eye problems. Children need their vision checked at 6 months, 3 years, and before first grade. Adults should see an eye doctor at least every two years and annually after age 60.Preparing for Your Eye ExamWhen you call to make an appointment for an eye exam, briefly and clearly describe any vision problem you're having.Before you go, list questions for the eye doctor. Be prepared to discuss any drugs you're taking and your (and your family's) eye health history.When you go, take your glasses and/or contact lenses, if you use them, and sunglasses for the trip home with your pupils dilated.During Your Eye ExamBefore your eye exam, the eye doctor or an office staff member will take your medical and vision history.Your eye exam may take from half an hour to an hour. It will evaluate both you

Eye muscle movement test:To test muscle strength and control, the doctor will ask you to visually track a target in different directions and observe your eye movements.Cover test:This is a check for how well your eyes work together. As you stare at a small target some distance away, the doctor will cover and uncover each eye to observe how much your eyes move, watching for an eye that turns away from the target (strabismus). The test may be repeated with a target close to you.External exam and pupillary reactions:The doctor will watch the reactions of your pupils to light and objects at close distance. At the same time, the doctor will check the exterior eye, looking at things such as the condition of the white of the eyes and the position of your eyelids.Visual acuity test:You'll sit in front of an eye chart, with letters that get smaller as you read down each line. You cover each eye in turn and, using the other eye, read aloud, going down the chart, until you can't read the letters anymore.Retinoscopy: The eye doctor may shine a light in your eyes and flip lenses in a machine (phoropter) that you look through while staring at a large target, such as a big "E," or the doctor may use an automated machine (refractor) for the same purpose. By checking the way light reflects from your eyes, the doctor gets an approximate idea of the lens prescription you need now.

COMMON EYE PROBLEMS :

COMMON EYE PROBLEMS :PresbyopiaThis is the loss of the ability to clearly see close objects or small print. This is a normal process that starts to occur after age 40 and can be corrected with reading glasses.FloatersThese are tiny spots or specks that float across the field of vision. Usually normal but should be brought to the attention of your ophthalmologist.Dry eyesThis happens when there is not enough moisture in the eyes. This can cause burning itching and inability to wear corrective contact lenses. Consult your ophthalmologist.

TearingHaving too many tears (watery eyes) can come from being sensitive to light, wind, or temperature changes. Your ophthalmologist can prescribe medications to treat this.CataractsCataracts are cloudy areas that develop within the eye lens causing. When a cataract is present, the light cannot get through the lens as easily and, as a result, vision can be impaired. Consult your ophthalmologist anytime that you feel your vision has changed.GlaucomaThis condition develops when there is too much fluid pressure inside the eye. Your ophthalmologist can prescribe medications that will lower the pressure. Left untreated, glaucoma could cause blindness.ConjunctivitisThis is a condition in which the tissue that lines the eyelids and covers the cornea becomes inflamed. It is sometimes called “pink eye.” This is very contagious and should be treated with antibiotics prescribed by your ophthalmologist.Corneal diseasesThe cornea is the clear, dome-shaped “window” at the front of the eye. It helps to focus light that enters the eye. Consult with your ophthalmologist if you notice blurred vision or any other change in your vision.Eyelid problemsThe eyelids protect the eye, distribute tears, and limit the amount of light entering the eye. Pain, itching, tearing, and sensitivity to light are common symptoms of eyelid problems.. Consult your ophthalmologist for treatment.

CONTACT US : 1850 S. Glenstone Ave, Springfield MO

65804Phone: 417-889-5100E-mail: plazaopt@sbcglobal.netHours : Monday – Friday 9AM – 5:30PM