The short answer
Most adults should have a comprehensive eye exam every one to two years. Children should be checked regularly as they grow, since vision can change quickly during the school years.
Some people need an exam every year, including anyone with diabetes, high blood pressure, glaucoma risk, a family history of eye disease, or a prescription that changes often. Contact lens wearers also need a yearly exam to renew their prescription.
Why exams matter when you see fine
Conditions like glaucoma and diabetic retinopathy often cause no symptoms early on. An eye exam is the main way they're found while treatment can do the most good.
When to come in sooner
Call us right away for sudden vision changes, new flashes of light or floaters, eye pain, or a red eye that doesn't improve. These are medical office visits, and we'll get you scheduled at the right time.
Making it easy
Our office is inside the Costco warehouse in Cumming, so it's easy to fit an exam into a regular Costco trip. Routine exams and contact lens exams can be booked online.
You may need a yearly exam if you
- Have diabetes or high blood pressure
- Have a family history of glaucoma or eye disease
- Wear contact lenses
- Have a prescription that changes often
- Have had an eye injury or eye surgery
This article is for general information and isn't a substitute for an eye exam. If you have symptoms or concerns, please contact us.