Eye exams at every stage of life are essential to maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Mountain Empire Eye Physicians is a one-stop shop for all of your vision needs. We consider the “big picture” to provide our patients with the best long-term eye care.
Your eye health is an integral part of your overall health. By providing our patients with quality care and regular vision exams, we can help you achieve long-term eye health.
Even if you’re not experiencing any issues, routine vision screenings are essential to the long-term health of your eyes. Some eye diseases can result in severe vision loss, like glaucoma, if not detected and treated early. Schedule eye exams every two years from age 4 or 5 up to age 40 and yearly after that. If you wear corrective glasses or contacts, we recommend a yearly exam to keep your prescription up-to-date. People with unique risks, such as diabetes, a previous eye trauma, surgery, or a family history of glaucoma, may need an eye exam more frequently. For example, it is recommended that someone with diabetes have an eye exam every year.
During your eye exam, your doctor will most likely dilate the pupils of your eyes better to see the retina at the back of your eye. In addition, you will be thoroughly screened for common problems like nearsightedness, farsightedness, astigmatism, presbyopia, glaucoma, cataracts, diabetes, and macular degeneration. This will ensure a holistic eye care plan.