Why do I need an eye exam every year or two?

People often ask why they need an eye exam when they can see just fine.  The reason you want to have an exam every one to two years is two fold.  First, we update your prescription every time you have a comprehensive eye exam. Second, and more importantly, we do a thorough health check of the eyes every time we see you.  

Many ocular diseases present no symptoms until it's too late, like glaucoma.  If you have a family history of glaucoma or macular degeneration, you need an eye health evaluation at least once a year - more frequently if there are symptoms of the disease.

Your eye physician is the appropriate source for treatment of eye allergies, dry eyes, eye injuries.  Also, if you are on certain high risk medications like steroids, your eye physician can monitor you for any adverse complications.

The eyes are the window to one's health.  If you don't see your primary care physician on a regular basis and you have undiagnosed or untreated hypertension or diabetes that too can affect the health of your eyes, and ultimately your ability to see clearly.

Your eyes are precious.  Protect them with a regular comprehensive eye health examination.