How Do I Find my Dominant Eye?
Your dominant eye is the one your brain prefers for precise distance aiming, much like being right- or left-handed. A quick home test: extend both arms, form a small triangle with your hands, center a distant object in it, then close one eye at a time; the eye that keeps the object centered is dominant. This helps when planning monovision, contacts, LASIK, or cataract lens choices, but it's only one piece; surgical decisions also weigh your refraction, health, and daily activities.
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Did you know? Just like being left or right handed, you also have a dominant eye. You can find your dominant eye right now with this simple test: Start by extending both arms out in front of you with your fingers pointing up. Using your thumbs and pointer fingers, create a triangular gap between your hands. Point the triangle at a distant object, such as a clock or photograph. Close your left eye. If the object remains centered in the triangle, you are right eye dominant. If the object moves from the center of the triangle, you are left eye dominant. Your dominant eye plays an important role when it comes to vision correction… ...or treating other eye conditions such as cataracts, amblyopia, and strabismus. To find out more about your eyes, schedule your next appointment with us.
Medical sources
- aao.org/eye-health/treatments/lasik
- mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/lasik-eye-surgery/in-depth/lasik-surgery/art-20045751
This page and video are for general patient education and are not a substitute for a medical examination, diagnosis, or treatment. Eye conditions vary by individual. For advice about your eyes, schedule an evaluation with May Eye Care Center. In an emergency, call 911.
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