Your eyes aren’t just windows to the world — they’re windows into your health. A comprehensive eye exam is more than reading letters on a chart; it’s a complete check of the structures and function of your eyes, along with a review of your risk for sight-threatening conditions.
And here’s the truth: many serious eye diseases don’t cause pain or early symptoms. Conditions like glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, and macular degeneration can quietly damage your vision until it’s too late to reverse the loss. That’s why preventive care is essential.
What Your Eye Exam Checks For
At Pro Optical, we use advanced technology to examine all parts of the eye, from the surface of the cornea to the fine network of blood vessels in the retina.
Your exam may include:
- Visual Acuity Testing – Measures how clearly you can see at different distances.
- Retinal Imaging – Captures high-resolution images of the back of your eye to detect changes over time.
- Eye Pressure Measurement – Screens for glaucoma, a leading cause of preventable blindness.
- Refraction – Ensures your prescription is accurate for glasses or contact lenses.
These tests help us detect early signs of eye disease as well as systemic health problems like high blood pressure, diabetes, or autoimmune disorders.
Why Early Detection Is Everything
When it comes to vision health, timing matters. Many eye diseases cause irreversible damage before you ever notice symptoms — including blurred vision, loss of side vision, or difficulty focusing. Detecting these issues early allows for prompt diagnosis and treatment, which can prevent or slow further vision loss.
This is especially important if you have a family history of eye disease, wear contact lenses, or live with medical conditions like diabetes or hypertension. Your annual exam can also help uncover potential side effects from medications that may affect the surface of the eye, tear production, or eye pressure.
Our Commitment to Boston’s Eye Health
At Pro Optical, we’ve been serving the Boston community since 1984, combining decades of experience with the latest in diagnostic technology. We use world-class tools like digital retinal photography, optical coherence tomography (OCT), and corneal mapping to provide a complete, detailed view of all parts of the eye.
This means we can monitor even the smallest changes over time—long before they impact your vision. Our goal is simple: to keep you seeing clearly and comfortably for years to come.
Celebrate National Eye Exam Month With Us
National Eye Exam Month is the perfect reminder to make your vision a priority. Whether you need a routine check-up, a new prescription, or advanced testing for a specific eye condition, we’re here to help.
Don’t wait for symptoms to tell you something’s wrong. Book your eye exam and take the first step toward protecting your eyesight for the long term.
