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Comprehensive Eye Exams

Comprehensive Eye Exams

The team at Center for Advanced Eye Care makes routine care easy, with comprehensive eye exams to ensure your vision is protected and your prescriptions are up to date. These routine appointments for patients of all ages are quick to schedule and a perfect opportunity to ask questions and practice preventive eye care. If you or a loved one needs to book your next eye exam, call the nearest office in Vero Beach or Fort Pierce, Florida, or request an appointment online today.

Why are comprehensive eye exams important?

Eye exams check the health of your eyes and also ensure you have up-to-date prescription glasses and contact lenses. Visiting the Center for Advanced Eye Care team regularly is essential for a few reasons:

Preventive eye care and wellness

Some causes of vision loss start without symptoms, such as macular degeneration, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, and cataracts. Where a routine check evaluates your vision, a comprehensive examination also identifies issues early and sets you up for the best possible eye health over time.

Chronic disease detection

Many signs of chronic illnesses, including diabetes and high blood pressure, are detectable during eye exams. 

Assessing your vision 

Your Center for Advanced Eye Care provider evaluates your vision and checks for any changes since your last visit, updating your prescription accordingly. They can also give you personalized advice on how to manage eye strain or other lifestyle factors that can impact your eyes.

What happens during a comprehensive eye exam?

The team performs a series of tests to assess how well you can see and your eyes’ overall health. After a thorough review of your medical history, an exam may include:

  • A test to assess your visual sharpness
  • Refraction test to determine your ideal prescription strength
  • Checking each eye individually
  • Color vision testing
  • A test to measure fluid pressure in your eyes

The team may dilate your eyes or use a lamp to get the clearest possible view, so it’s a good idea to arrange a ride home from your appointment.

How often should I schedule a comprehensive eye exam?

The Center for Advanced Eye Care team recommends annual exams for children and every 3-5 years in young adulthood. If you’re a healthy adult, a comprehensive exam at age 40, followed by routine eye exams every 2-4 years, should be sufficient. 

If you’re over 65 or have risk factors, it’s safest to schedule a visit every year or so, even if you don’t show any signs of acute or chronic issues. The team also offers diabetic eye care and general optometry to meet your needs.

Your eye health is a crucial part of your quality of life, and comprehensive eye exams protect it. To schedule your next visit today, you can call the nearest Center for Advanced Eye Care or book online.