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Dilating the eyes is the enlarging of the pupil so our doctors can see the retina and nerves of the eyes. This procedure can produce photophobia (sensitivity to light) and patients are normally instructed to wear protective shades until the dilation wears off. Dilation, depending on the type of dilation induced, can last anywhere from 2-3 hours up to 8 hours.
