Why do eye doctors dilate eyes?

Why do eye doctors dilate eyes?

Dilation allows the doctor to view the inside of the eyes to ensure they are healthy. Dilation does have some side effects such as up close blurry vision and light sensitivity. Eye doctors use eye drops to enlarge, or dilate, the pupils. Dilation is a normal part of a routine eye exam.







Dilation allows the doctor to view the inside of the eyes to ensure they are healthy. Dilation does have some side effects such as up close blurry vision and light sensitivity. Eye doctors use eye drops to enlarge, or dilate, the pupils. Dilation is a normal part of a routine eye exam.