FAQs
Do I need to bring anything for my exam?
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If you currently wear glasses, please bring them. They can provide valuable information to the doctor. Also, please bring a list of current medications (names only, not dosages).
How long do appointments take?
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When scheduling, we allot 30 minutes for a comprehensive exam. We add an additional 30 minutes if you will also be fitted for contact lenses. Please keep in mind that appointment times will vary depending on the complexity of each patient's condition. We appreciate your understanding.
Does Dr. Wittmann prescribe prism lenses?
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If needed, Dr. Wittmann prescribes lenses with prism correction (eyeglasses only, NOT contact lenses).
Can I schedule my whole family?
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We love caring for families and are always happy to see multiple members from the same household. However, to provide the best care for all our patients, we limit scheduling to no more than two family members on the same day. By limiting the number of family members scheduled on the same day we can reduce the risk of multiple missed appointments at once and maintain a sustainable schedule that allows us to continue providing high-quality eye care at an affordable cost.
We appreciate your understanding and cooperation. If your family has multiple members who need appointments, our team will be happy to help schedule them across different days that work for your schedule.
Do I need dilation?
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Pupil dilation provides the most adequate view of the inside of your eye and allows Dr. Wittmann to rule out internal eye diseases in addition to systemic health conditions. The side effects of dilation include short-term blurring of your vision and increased sensitivity to lights which can last up to six hours (some patients find it difficult to drive after being dilated and prefer to bring a driver with them). Dr. Wittmann allows her patients to make the informed decision about whether or not to dilate, or to reschedule the dilation witihin one month.
How long does it take to adjust to new glasses?
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When a prescription changes, sometimes it takes some time for the brain to adjust to the new signals it is receiving. It is common within the first two weeks to experience headaches, dizziness, nausea, difficulty focusing, mild vision distortions and eye strain. It may take even longer if you’ve worn your old glasses for a long time or if you are new to progressive (no-line bifocals) lenses.
Some tips to make the adjustment period easier are: don’t switch back forth between your old and new glasses; take breaks if you experience headaches or dizziness; begin wearing a new prescription first thing in the morning; and, gradually increase the amount of time worn.
If after two weeks you are still experiencing difficulties, please call to schedule a follow-up visit.
Do you take insurance?
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We accept several vision insurance plans so please contact us so that we can determine your exam coverage and co-pay.
It is important to remember that vision insurance only pays for refraction and a check of the eye's health. It doesn't pay for the diagnosis/treatment of medical conditions such as dry eye, cataracts, glaucoma, infection, corneal abrasions/ulcers, etc. If a medical condition is suspected, Dr. Wittmann will make the appropriate referral, or we can schedule you for a return visit to more thoroughly assess (with additional testing), discuss your condition and prescribe the required treatment.
What is your appointment/cancellation policy?
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We kindly ask that all patients arrive 10 minutes before their scheduled appointment time to complete check-in procedures. If you arrive 10 minutes or more past your scheduled time, we may need to reschedule your appointment to ensure that we can stay on time for other patients.
If you need to cancel or reschedule, please contact us as soon as possible.
Repeated late cancellations or missed appointments may result in limited future scheduling availability.