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Most adults should schedule a comprehensive eye exam every one to two years. Children, seniors, and anyone with vision problems or health conditions like diabetes may need more frequent visits. Regular exams help detect early signs of eye disease and keep your prescription up to date.
Common signs include blurred or double vision, frequent headaches, squinting, or difficulty seeing at night or reading small print. If you experience any of these symptoms, an optometrist can determine if corrective lenses are needed.
Some of the most common include dry eye, cataracts, glaucoma, macular degeneration, and diabetic eye disease. Early detection through routine exams is key to protecting your vision and preventing long-term damage.
Extended use of computers, phones, and tablets can lead to digital eye strain—causing dryness, headaches, and blurred vision. Follow the 20-20-20 rule: every 20 minutes, look 20 feet away for 20 seconds to give your eyes a rest.
Prolonged exposure to ultraviolet (UV) light can damage your eyes and increase your risk for cataracts or macular degeneration. Wearing sunglasses with 100% UV protection helps safeguard your eyes from harmful rays.
It’s best for children to have their first comprehensive eye exam around age 3, and again before starting school. Regular eye checks help identify vision problems early, which can improve learning and coordination.
As we age, our vision naturally changes. Presbyopia (difficulty focusing on close objects) is common, as are cataracts and age-related macular degeneration. Regular eye care helps manage these changes and maintain clear vision.
An optometrist performs eye exams, prescribes glasses and contacts, and diagnoses many eye conditions. An ophthalmologist is a medical doctor who can provide advanced treatments, including eye surgery.
If you experience eye pain, sudden blurred vision, flashes of light, new floaters, or loss of vision, seek medical attention immediately. These can be signs of a serious eye condition or injury.
Eat a diet rich in leafy greens and omega-3s, wear sunglasses outdoors, practice good hygiene with contact lenses, take breaks from screens, and never skip your regular eye exams.