When does an eye doctor dilate your eyes and does he always do it for everyone?

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Question pretty much sums it up, thanks

Answer 1

The dilation of the pupils is to check the eye and look for diseases/infections.

An eye doctor might usually does it to everyone, but how often depends on the doctor.

this doesn't matter, but why did u say "and does he" as if an eye doctor has to be a boy? you can answer in feedback if you choose me as best answer

Answer 2

I have a thorough eye exam every year, and have never had my pupils dilated.

Answer 3

Doctors focus light in  eyes.That makes the pupil small. Dilated pupil permits refraction,examination of lens,vitreous,and retina.

Answer 4

That may depend on the doctor.  Some dilate every patient every time.  I believe that really isn't necessary in the younger, healthier population and do it every other time.  Of course if there is a condition which warrants dilation, such as diabetes, or if you are older, I do it annually.  However, it should be done at least periodically in order to have had a thorough ocular health evaluation.

Answer 5

Dilation of the pupil allows the doctor to visually examine the condition of the inside and back of your eye. It is part of any thorough eye examination.

Answer 6

no he only does it to people  that don't have 20/20 vision at least in one eye...but they do it to check out your eyes to see if they are getting better or worse...