The purpose of the comprehensive eye examination is to detect and diagnose abnormalities and diseases. The procedure includes an external and intraocular exam by the ophthalmologist with appropriate instruments together with a series of tests and measurements if needed.
The frequency of an eye exam depends on the patient’s visual history and general medical health. Young adults, 20 to 39 years of age, are generally at low risk for ocular problems and therefore need a comprehensive eye exam every 3 to 5 years. If they wear glasses and contact lenses eye check is recommended once a year. Asymptomatic patients between 40 to 64 years of age should be examined every 2 to 4 years, particularly to check their presence of presbyopia (the need for reading glasses). That does not apply to those who have family history of eye diseases or blindness. After age 65, an eye examination is recommended every 1 to 2 years because of the variety of age-related and other eye abnormalities that may develop. Patients with medical conditions that may affect vision, such as diabetes, should be examined more frequently.
If you have not had an eye exam recently or simply would wish to confirm your eyes are healthy and that your glasses or contact lens prescription is correct please schedule an appointment with Doctor & Associates at one of our three locations: Westport, Norwalk or Wilton-203-227-4113.
