Comprehensive, Preventive Care
Eye exams are an important part of preventive health care. We provide a thorough checkup for not only the state of your vision, but also the health and comfort of your eyes. Visual acuity is important, but assessing the health of the internal and external structures of your eyes is imperative as well.
Regular exams allow our optometrists to look for early signs of eye disease. Many conditions that lead to vision loss do not show symptoms at first, so seeing an optometrist is essential for detecting and preventing eye diseases.
Our thorough approach establishes a baseline for your vision and your ocular health, allowing us to monitor your eyes over time and check for changes that may indicate the development of eye diseases. We’ll always explain any recommended procedures or tests we provide.
Request AppointmentThe When & Why of Eye Exams
The American Optometric Association recommends low-risk adult patients have an eye exam every 2 years until age 65, when they should have annual eye exams.
Patients who wear contacts, have a very high prescription, have a vision condition, or live with other health conditions like diabetes may need more frequent exams as recommended by their optometrist. We will work with you to determine a personalized schedule.
What Happens During an Eye Exam?
When you walk into our practice, you’ll be greeted by our friendly team. If you’re a new patient, we’ll ask questions about your health history, lifestyle, and current medications and answer any questions you have.
During your exam, we will thoroughly evaluate both the internal and external structures of your eyes using proven technology. We will measure your visual acuity to determine whether you need corrective lenses, and if you already have them, we’ll check that your prescription is up to date.
We may also assess your color vision, how well the eyes work as a team, depth perception, and the way your pupils respond to light. We use a hand-held ophthalmoscope, and a microscope called a slit lamp to examine your eyes.
With high-resolution fundus photography and ocular coherence tomography, we can capture images of the eye’s most important structures.
Images of your retina, macula, and optic nerve can give us an up-close look at the blood vessels and other internal structures in these areas, allowing us to observe any anomalies. Keeping the images on file lets us look for any changes between appointments, allowing us to detect and manage eye diseases like glaucoma or age-related macular degeneration.
Book Your Appointment Today
Even if you think you have perfect vision, it’s still important to have regular eye exams. Eye diseases can begin without easily noticeable symptoms, so comprehensive eye exams remain essential for assessing and detecting any early signs of sight-threatening conditions.
Prioritize your sight by booking a comprehensive eye exam today.
Request AppointmentFind Your Nearest Spectrum Eye Care Location
Charlotte South End
- Phone or Text: 704-585-8595
- Email: southendoffice@spectrumeyecarenc.com
- 2520 South Blvd Suite 108-A
- Charlotte, NC 28203
Hours
- Monday: 8:45 AM – 5:00 PM
- Tuesday: 8:45 AM – 5:00 PM
- Wednesday: 8:45 AM – 5:00 PM
- Thursday: 8:45 AM – 5:00 PM
- Friday: 8:45 AM – 5:00 PM
- Saturday: Select Saturdays
- Sunday: Closed
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We’re at the corner of South Blvd. and Remount Rd., across from Mac’s Speed Shop.
Uptown Charlotte
- Phone or Text: 704-334-4444
- Email: uptownoffice@spectrumeyecarenc.com
- 200 South College St, Suite 307
- Charlotte, NC 28202
Hours
- Monday: 7:45 AM – 4:00 PM
- Tuesday: 7:45 AM – 4:00 PM
- Wednesday: 7:45 AM – 4:00 PM
- Thursday: 7:45 AM – 4:00 PM
- Friday: 7:45 AM – 4:00 PM
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: Closed
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We’re happy to validate your parking from the 200 S College St./Overstreet Mall parking garage.
South Charlotte
- Phone or Text: 704-543-9000
- Email: colonyoffice@spectrumeyecarenc.com
- 7615 Colony Rd, Suite 105
- Charlotte, NC 28226
Hours
- Monday: 8:45 AM – 5:00 PM
- Tuesday: 8:45 AM – 5:00 PM
- Wednesday: 8:45 AM – 5:00 PM
- Thursday: 8:45 AM – 5:00 PM
- Friday: 8:45 AM – 5:00 PM
- Saturday: Select Saturdays
- Sunday: Closed
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We have plenty of free parking just outside the building.
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Deciding to wear contact lenses is a choice that millions of individuals make for various reasons, ranging from aesthetics and convenience to improving visual acuity for sports activities. Spectrum Eye Care, based in the vibrant city of Charlotte, NC, delivers comprehensive eye care services including the fitting and prescribing of contact lenses. A question we […]
What You Need to Know About Dilated Eye Exams
Maintaining eye health is crucial for overall well-being, yet many of us may overlook the importance of regular eye checkups, including dilated eye exams. These exams are a cornerstone of preventive eye care, helping to detect eye diseases at an early stage when they are most treatable. At Spectrum Eye Care, we understand the significance […]
Do Optometrists Treat Age-Related Macular Degeneration?
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Charlotte South End
- 2520 South Blvd Suite 108-A
- Charlotte, NC 28203
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P: 704-585-8595
southendoffice@spectrumeyecarenc.com
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Uptown Charlotte
- 200 South College St, Suite 307
- Charlotte, NC 28202
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P: 704-334-4444
uptownoffice@spectrumeyecarenc.com
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South Charlotte
- 7615 Colony Rd, Suite 105
- Charlotte, NC 28226
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P: 704-543-9000
colonyoffice@spectrumeyecarenc.com