Comprehensive Eye Exams
Routine eye exams are essential for keeping up to date with changes in your vision and prescription needs.
Your eyes change over time...
Regardless of whether you currently experience any eye or visual issues, regular eye exams are crucial for individuals of all ages. Our eyes undergo changes over time, and routine exams allow your eye doctor to monitor these changes closely. Moreover, eye exams play a vital role in the early detection and treatment of eye conditions and diseases well before significant vision loss or complications arise. Don't wait for problems to arise — book a comprehensive eye exam with us today to ensure clear vision and maintain the health of your eyes.
Regular eye exams are essential for maintaining good vision and overall eye health, especially because factors like aging, disease, and injury can affect your eyes. These exams allow us to screen for various conditions, assess your eye muscle function, and ensure that your prescription is accurate.
If you wear glasses or contact lenses, it's even more crucial to have regular eye exams to monitor any changes in your eyes and vision. Our eye doctor will conduct a refraction test using a phoropter, which allows you to read letters and numbers on an eye chart. This test helps determine your refractive error and which lenses will provide you with the clearest vision.
During the exam, we will also discuss your health history, family history of eye disease, medications you may be taking, and the activities you engage in. These factors help us gain an understanding of your eye health so we can tailor our recommendations accordingly.
How Long Does a Comprehensive Eye Exam Take?
The length of a comprehensive eye exam can vary depending on factors such as age, overall health, and specific testing requirements. Typically, these exams range from 30 minutes to an hour in duration.
Children's Eye Exams
Regular eye exams are vital for children due to the rapid changes in their vision during childhood and adolescence. Additionally, approximately 80% of learning relies on good vision and many difficulties in academics and sports are caused by underlying vision problems, sometimes leading to misdiagnosis of conditions like ADHD.
Children experiencing vision issues may experience symptoms such as headaches, fatigue during schoolwork or sports, and excessive squinting. That’s why routine comprehensive eye exams are essential at different stages of their growth to maintain healthy eyes and optimal vision.
According to the American Optometric Association (AOA), eye exams are recommended for children at the ages of 6 months, 3 years, when starting school, and every 2 years thereafter (or as advised by their eye doctor). By prioritizing your child's eye health through regular exams, you can help them achieve their full potential and ensure their overall well-being.
