AccuVision EyeCare Optometry

Routine eye exams are a crucial part of your child’s well being and readiness for learning. Many parents do not know that school screenings are not the same as eye exams. Even with 20/20 vision, your child can still have problems that only an eye doctor can detect. Newborns have their eyes checked before leaving the hospital. And leading medical organizations recommend comprehensive eye exams for health, vision development, and alignment at these ages: Between 6 and 12 months 3 years of age Every other year throughout the school years

It is not always easy to spot vision problems in kids. Some symptoms are more obvious, like squinting or holding reading materials very close. But often the early signs are subtle and can even be misdiagnosed. Your child may be experiencing a vision problem if he or she does any of the following: Avoids reading and close-up work like coloring or doing puzzles Seems to work slow or not understand the task Complains of fatigue or headaches Has a short attention span or seems distracted Covers one eye or tilts head when focusing on something Shows sensitivity to light Exhibits difficulty with coordination

A comprehensive eye exam typically does not include a contact lens fitting. So you may need to schedule a separate contact lens exam. Just let us know when you schedule your appointment, and we’ll make sure you are taken care of. Make healthy vision a priority in your life and in the lives of the ones you love. Schedule a comprehensive eye exam at AccuVision EyeCare Optometry now.

Most eye care professionals recommend yearly eye exams. But it depends on your age, risk factors, and whether or not you wear corrective lenses. The American Optometric Association (AOA) recommends children have their eyes examined at 6 months old, three years old, at the start of school, and every two years until age 18. For adults, the AOA recommends a comprehensive eye exam every two years for ages 18 to 60 at minimum and annual exams for seniors age 61 and older.

Your optometrist will determine what tests are needed based on your medical history. However, most comprehensive eye exams include the following: Visual acuity to test the sharpness of your vision, usually with an eye chart Visual fields test to check for blind spots in your vision Retinoscopy to estimate your eyeglass prescription Refraction to determine your exact eyeglass prescription Slit lamp to check for common eye diseases and conditions Retinal photo screenings to test for diabetic retinopathy Tonometry to test for glaucoma Ophthalmoscopy to examine the optic nerve, retina, and blood vessels

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